Restoration Technician - Mold & Water Damage

Job TitleLightspeed Restoration franchises come to the aid of residential and commercial customers who have been impacted by water and fire damage and indoor air quality issues. Our technicians tackle water, fire, mold, and storm damage. No two jobs are alike so you'll get to take on new challenges every day.Lightspeed provides paid training to bring technicians up to speed on industry best practices and the latest technologies. Technicians who demonstrate expertise and leadership skills can move into supervisor, estimator, and project manager roles.If you're searching for a career that allows you to help people in their greatest time of need, makes a real difference in your community, and provides stability - consider joining the Lightspeed Restoration team. Our technicians are at the heart of everything we do. We're looking for people who find purpose in restoring homes and hope after disasters.This franchise is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchisee. All inquiries about employment at this franchisee should be made directly to the franchise location, and not to Lightspeed Restoration Corporate.BenefitsOvertime, 401(k) matching, bonus based on performance, dental insurance, employee discounts, free uniforms, health insurance, opportunity for advancement, paid time off, signing bonus, training & development, vision insuranceAbout UsLightspeed Restoration helps Austin-area homeowners and businesses recover from mold, water, and fire damage. Our goal is to be the best, not the biggest. We'd rather do one job right than three jobs fast. That standard starts with the people we hire, and we invest in them for the long haul.Who We're Looking ForWe're not hiring someone to fill a slot. We're looking for someone to build a career with us.You take pride in your work. You notice the corner someone else missed, and it bothers you to leave a job less than right.You work hard, every day. Restoration is physical, sometimes hot and messy, and you show up ready for it anyway.You're detail-oriented. In mold remediation, a gap in containment or a skipped wipe-down isn't a small mistake, so you follow procedures exactly.You want to grow. You're looking for a long-term career, not a short-term job, and you want to keep learning and moving up.If that sounds like you, we'll teach you the rest. Restoration experience is a plus, but it's not required.What You'll DoMold Remediation(a large share of our work)Set up and maintain negative-pressure containment per IICRC S520Carefully remove and bag affected materialsHEPA vacuum and detail-clean every surface, and apply antimicrobials and encapsulantsOperate air filtration devices and keep containment intact from start to finishPrepare areas to pass post-remediation verification the first timeWater Damage MitigationExtract water and set up dehumidifiers, air movers, and air scrubbersTake moisture readings and document drying progressPerform controlled demolition: carpet, pad, baseboards, drywall, and trimOn Every JobTake thorough photos and notes, because good documentation is part of quality workTreat customers and their homes with respect and careKeep job sites clean, organized, and safeUse proper PPE, respirators, and chemical safety practices[Participate in the after-hours emergency on-call rotation]RequirementsClean background checkClean driving record and a valid Texas driver's licenseStrong work ethic and a commitment to qualityAbility to follow detailed procedures exactlyComfortable using a smartphone or tablet for photos and job documentationAbility to lift 75 lbs, work in attics and crawl spaces, and wear a respirator and Tyvek for extended periodsNice to HaveTexas Mold Remediation Worker licenseExperience in restoration, remediation, construction, or detailed cleaning workIICRC WRT or AMRT certificationBilingual English/SpanishWhat We OfferCompetitive pay with raises tied to your skills and performance$500 sign-on bonus after 90 daysFull paid training from day one, plus paid Texas Mold Remediation Worker licensing, IICRC certifications (AMRT, WRT, FSRT, OCT), and OSHA trainingCompany-provided tools, equipment, and full PPEMentorship from experienced Leads and ManagementCompensation: $22.00 - $26.00 per hour