Apprentice

Surface Experts - Minneapolis Southwest; Hopkins (MN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car

Medical stipend

Cellphone stipend

Clothing stipend

Free uniforms

Weekly breakfast

Bonuses

Paid holidays

Paid training

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Surface Experts Minneapolis Southwest is seeking a hands-on Technician to perform on-site cosmetic surface repairs in both residential and commercial properties. You will use our unique 5-step process, work with your own toolkit, and problem-solve repairs creatively to deliver high-quality results.

A valid driver's license and strong color matching ability help you excel in this role. We offer a clear growth path, performance-based earnings, paid training, and a branded company vehicle along

Qualifications

• Experience working with your hands in construction, painting, manufacturing, or DIY projects.
• Strong color matching ability; color accuracy is key.
• Reliable and accountable; eager to learn new repair techniques.
• Committed to delivering high-quality results.
• Must have a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Perform on-site cosmetic, small surface repairs (chips, scratches, burns) using our 5-step process in apartments, hotels, and senior living communities.
• Work hands-on with your toolkit to fix surfaces and solve repairs creatively and efficiently.
• Identify and recommend additional repair opportunities (add-ons).
• Collaborate with the support team with questions.
• Display world-class customer service for tenants and property management staff.

Skills

Hands-on work

Color perception

Reliable

Willing to learn

Driver's license

Job description

Benefits:

No weekends or evening work

Cellphone Stipend

Free weekly team breakfast

10 days paid time off

Medical Stipend

Paid holidays

Bonus based on performance

Company car

Competitive salary

Free uniforms

Training & development

Do you like working with your hands? Do you enjoy variety in your work? Surface Experts Technician might be the job for you! Enjoy using your creativity to problem-solve repairs that typically take less than an hour.

A Day in the Life of a Surface Experts Technician: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vJ0nCFdtqqs

What We Offer

Pay range of $20 - $30 per hour includes base pay + bonuses (listed below)

Monthly performance-based bonuses

Monthly bonus depending on add-on repairs

Annual bonus

Paid training with a raise upon demonstration of ability to work independently

No weekends, late nights, or evenings

Paid holidays and minimum 10 days of paid time off (+ growth annually)

Branded company vehicle

Medical, cellphone and clothing stipends

Weekly team meetings with breakfast provided

What You’ll Do

Perform on-site cosmetic, small surface repairs (chips, scratches, burns, etc.) utilizing our unique 5-step process in commercial and residential properties such as apartments, hotels, and senior living communities.

Work hands-on with your custom toolkit to fix surfaces and problem-solve repairs creatively and efficiently

Identify and recommend additional repair opportunities (add-ons)

Collaborate with the support team with questions

Display world-class customer service for tenants and property management staff

Manage your daily schedule and job updates through our system

Maintain tools, materials, and company vehicle

What We’re Looking For

Experience working with your hands - whether in construction, painting, manufacturing, or DIY projects

Strong color perception and matching ability (color accuracy is key in what we do)

Reliable, accountable and excited to learn new repair techniques

Committed to delivering high-quality results

Must have a valid driver's License (Required)

Why Join Us

Clear path for growth and advancement

Performance-based earning potential

Supportive, team-focused culture

Opportunity to build a career - not just a job

Hiring Process

Within 48 hours: A live team member reaches out

Within 2-3 days: Schedule your in-person interview

Within 7-10 days: Complete the hiring process - and celebrate your first day with a team lunch!

Surface Experts Minneapolis Southwest is a locally owned, owner-operated business, not a corporate job where you're just a number. You'll work directly alongside the owner and a small team that knows your name, backed by the training and support of an established franchise network. You’ll be part of a supportive, collaborative culture that values its people. We take pride in helping our team members grow, succeed, and feel appreciated for the work they do every day.

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 Surface Experts Corporate.