Hardwood Flooring & Finish Carpentry Technician

Hardwood Flooring & Finish Carpentry Technician

About Us

Excel Restoration is a leading restoration and disaster-recovery company specializing in water mitigation, fire damage restoration, mold remediation, and full reconstruction. We’ve built a strong reputation on quality work, fast response, and taking care of people when they need it most.
Our reconstruction work brings homes and businesses back to the way they were before a loss — and sometimes better. That means everything from drywall and painting to flooring, finish carpentry, and the final details that make a space feel like home again.
We’re looking for someone who takes pride in their work, wants to learn a skilled trade, and understands that quality craftsmanship and professionalism matter.

Position Overview

As a Hardwood Flooring & Finish Carpentry Technician, you’ll be an important part of the reconstruction team, helping restore customers’ homes and properties after damage. You’ll work alongside experienced craftsmen on hardwood flooring installation, sanding, staining, and other finish carpentry projects.

This is a hands-on position for someone who enjoys working with their hands, takes pride in the finished product, and wants to develop their skills in flooring and finish carpentry. You don’t need to know everything on day one — we’re willing to teach the right person. What matters most is that you show up, work hard, pay attention to detail, and want to get better.

What You’ll Do

• Assist with hardwood flooring installation and other flooring projects.
• Assist with sanding, staining, and finishing hardwood floors.
• Prepare floors and work areas for installation and finishing.
• Assist experienced technicians with finish carpentry and reconstruction projects.
• Use hand tools, power tools, sanding equipment, and other job-site equipment safely and properly.
• Measure, cut, fit, and install materials under the direction of experienced team members.
• Protect customers’ homes, furniture, and belongings while work is being performed.
• Keep work areas clean, organized, and safe throughout the project.
• Load, unload, move, and properly maintain tools, materials, and equipment.
• Follow project instructions and work efficiently to keep jobs moving forward.
• Work professionally in customers’ homes and treat their property with care and respect.
• Help with other reconstruction and finish work as needed.

Who Thrives Here

• You take pride in doing things the right way — even when nobody is watching.
• You enjoy working with your hands and want to build a career in the skilled trades.
• You’re dependable and understand that showing up on time matters.
• You pay attention to details and care about what the finished product looks like.
• You’re coachable and willing to learn from experienced craftsmen.
• You work well as part of a team and are willing to jump in wherever you’re needed.
• You’re comfortable working in customers’ homes and understand the importance of professionalism and respect.
• You’re not afraid of physical work and can stay productive throughout a full workday.

Backgrounds We Love

• Hardwood flooring or flooring installation
• Finish carpentry
• General carpentry
• Construction or remodeling
• Home improvement
• Painting or other skilled trades
• Experience using hand and power tools
• No formal restoration experience is required. We can teach the restoration side of the business to someone who already has the right attitude, work ethic, and desire to learn.

Qualifications

• Previous flooring, carpentry, construction, or remodeling experience is preferred but not required.
• Basic knowledge of hand and power tools is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and pride in workmanship.
• Ability to follow instructions and learn new techniques.
• Reliable transportation and dependable attendance.
• Ability to work safely and professionally in customers’ homes.
• Ability to lift, carry, and move flooring materials, tools, and equipment.
• Ability to stand, bend, kneel, climb, and perform physical work throughout the day.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Compensation & Schedule

Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour
Full-time position — approximately 40 hours per week.
Typical schedule is approximately 7:00 AM–3:00 PM or 8:00 AM–4:00 PM, depending on project schedules and job-site needs.

This is a great opportunity for someone who wants to learn hardwood flooring, finish carpentry, and residential reconstruction while working alongside an experienced team.

Excel Restoration is an equal-opportunity employer. We hire for talent, work ethic, and attitude, and we help our employees develop the skills to succeed in the trades.

Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• On-the-job training
• Paid time off

Application Question(s):

• How many years of Hardwood Floor Installation and Finish experience do you have?

Ability to Commute:

• Elk Grove Village, IL 60007 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $20 - $25