Apprentice Creative Repair Specialist

Surface Experts of Northeast Philadelphia; Silver Spring (MD); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base salary + bonus

Company car

Tools provided

Paid new Hire training

No overtime, no nights, no weekends

Job summary

Surface Experts of Bethesda provides on-site spot repair of interior surfaces such as countertops, wood and cabinets, and flooring. You will complete multiple creative repairs daily on-site, while delivering excellent customer service and careful color-matching for each unique space.

The role offers base salary plus performance-based bonuses, a branded company car, paid training, and all necessary tools. Expect a supportive team, advancement opportunities, and a no-overtime, no-night, no-weekend

Qualifications

• Background in painting, sculpture, drawing, or other visual arts to match colors and patterns.
• Experience using your hands in construction, manufacturing, or hobbies is a plus.
• Driver’s license and clean driving record may be required.

Responsibilities

• Complete 4+ on-site creative repairs daily.
• Provide good customer service and clear communication on-site.
• Problem-solve repairs in various settings such as apartments, hotels, or moving sites.

Skills

Color matching

Visual arts

Hands-on

Education

College degree (Associate or Bachelor)

Tools

Hand tools

Powered tools

Job description

Surface Experts of Bethesda

Does the idea of using your creativity to match colors in repairing stone or wood sound exciting?

Benefits

• Bonus based on performance
• Company car
• Free uniforms
• Opportunity for advancement

Does the idea of using your creativity to match colors in repairing stone or wood sound exciting?

Do you like finding ways to be creative in different areas?

Do you like the idea that your job won’t be replaced by AI?

Becoming a Surface Experts Technician could pair your interests perfectly with your job! Take advantage of an artistic outlet as your work creatively to complete repairs, usually in an hour or less.

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

We Offer

• Base Salary + Bonus Opportunity: Performance-based commissions starting on day 1
• Great Work/Life Balance: No required overtime, no nights, no weekends
• Time Off: Paid holidays and accruable vacation
• Paid New Hire Training: Onboarding includes learning alongside trained technicians
• Company Car: Each technician drives a branded company vehicle for job duties
• Tools Included: All necessary tools and products are provided
• Learn a New Trade: Develop skills in a brand-new emerging trade
• Supportive Work Environment: Team celebrates achievements and collaborates in their approach to problem-solving
• Small Business: We’re a local business with an owner who works alongside the team each day
• Mentorship Opportunities: Ongoing repair training and career development
• Dedicated Help Lines: Technician Support Team on call to assist to questions

Duties

In the Field Daily

• Complete 4 or more creative repairs on-site each day
• Perform work on-location while displaying good customer service and communication
• Problem-solve with repairs in a variety of settings like apartments, hotels, moving sites, construction sites, etc.

Requirements

• Technicians with backgrounds in painting, sculpting, whittling, drawing, and other visual arts of various mediums can excel at Surface Experts. Your talent with color is vital in matching colors and patterns for complex repairs. Every repair has a different design, sheen, and material, so creativity is a must.
• Experience working with your hands - This could be in construction, manufacturing, painting, or even a personal hobby.
• A driver’s license and a clean driving record
• A college degree (Associates or Bachelors)

What We’re Looking For

Are you handy, motivated, and love to learn? This role could be a perfect fit! Here’s what we’d like:

• Curiosity. Are you excited by new challenges?
• A keen eye for color matching and attention to detail. (Art background can help you accel)
• A desire to learn how to repair bathtubs, counters, floors, and cabinets (No prior experience? No problem—we’ll train you!).
• Familiarity with hand tools and an interest in mechanical or repair work.
• Strong communication skills and a customer-first mindset.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team with an excellent work ethic.
• The desire to serve by going the extra mile - Making our customers happy may take a little extra, we want folks you love going home at the end of the day knowing how happy they made their customer.

About Surface Experts

Surface Experts provides on-site spot repair of interior surfaces such as countertops, glass cooktops, doors and cabinets, wood and LVP flooring, stainless steel, and fiberglass tubs and showers.