Professional Cleaner & Restoration Technician – Training Provided

Lightspeed Restoration of Austin•Austin, TX

30d

About The Position

Most people don’t know what restoration is — and that’s okay. If you come from a residential cleaning or housekeeping background, love helping people, and want a real career with upward mobility, this role is a great fit. This is an active, hands-on job where you’ll combine detailed cleaning with light demolition and other restoration tasks — all of which we train you on. We’re looking for someone who is: Detail-oriented People-first Willing to learn Looking for a long-term career path If that sounds like you, we want to meet you. ⭐ What You’ll Do (Day-to-Day) This role blends cleaning, customer care, and hands-on restoration tasks. Cleaning & Detail Work Deep clean areas affected by water, dirt, or smoke Wiping, sanitizing, scrubbing, deodorizing, and organizing Handling customer belongings with care and empathy Keeping jobsites neat, safe, and professional Light Demolition (Daily Work | Training Provided) You will regularly assist with simple demolition tasks, including: Removing carpet pad, baseboards, trim, and small wall sections Pulling damaged materials that must be removed for proper drying Using basic hand tools (we train you step-by-step) No demo experience needed — we provide full training. Customer Interaction Communicating kindly and professionally with homeowners Showing empathy during stressful situations Treating homes and belongings with respect Equipment & Support Tasks (We will train you on everything.) Setting up air movers, dehumidifiers, and air scrubbers Helping create containment (plastic barriers, zipper doors) Taking photos and documenting work on a smartphone Working closely with Crew Chiefs on assigned tasks ⭐ Career Path, Training & Paid Certifications This is not just a job — it’s a career pathway. As you grow, we provide industry-recognized certifications, all paid for by the company, including: IICRC Water Damage Restoration Technician (WRT) Fire & Smoke Restoration Technician (FSRT) Odor Control Technician (OCT) Safety & hazard training certifications These certifications increase your skills, confidence, and earning potential — and position you for higher-level technician or leadership roles. You’ll be trained in: Containment setup Light demolition Specialty cleaning techniques Equipment operation Jobsite safety Advanced restoration processes We invest heavily in training because we want you to build a long-term future here. ⭐ Who Thrives in This Role This job is ideal for someone who: Has residential/commercial cleaning experience Is detail-oriented and takes pride in high-quality work Enjoys helping customers and making stressful situations easier Likes staying active and doing hands-on tasks Wants upward mobility and future leadership opportunities Is open to learning tools, demos, and technical skills ⭐ Physical Requirements Able to lift 40–50 lbs Comfortable being active (bending, squatting, moving) Able to work in various residential environments Comfortable wearing PPE (provided) ⭐ Minimum Qualifications Residential or commercial cleaning experience (required) Strong attention to detail Positive, people-first attitude Willing to learn demo and restoration processes Comfortable using a smartphone Valid driver’s license preferred ⭐ What We Provide Full on-the-job training Paid professional certifications (IICRC and more) All tools and PPE A supportive, team-focused culture Clear career advancement Work that meaningfully helps families in need