Apprentice

Surfaceexperts; Hopkins (MN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses (monthly/performance)

Paid training

Branded company vehicle

Medical stipend

Cellphone stipend

Clothing stipend

Weekly team breakfast

Paid holidays

10 days paid time off

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Surface Experts Minneapolis Southwest is seeking a hands-on Technician to perform on-site cosmetic repairs in commercial and residential properties. You’ll use a dedicated 5-step process and your own toolkit to fix surfaces like chips, scratches, and burns with creativity and efficiency.

You will identify additional repair opportunities, work with the support team, and deliver outstanding service to tenants and property managers.

Qualifications

• Experience working with your hands in hands-on repair or crafts.
• Strong color perception and ability to match colors accurately.
• Reliable, accountable and eager to learn new repair techniques.
• Commitment to delivering high-quality results.

Responsibilities

• Perform on-site cosmetic repairs (chips, scratches, burns, etc.) using the company’s 5-step process.
• Use a personal toolkit to fix surfaces and solve repairs efficiently.
• Identify and propose additional repair opportunities (add-ons).
• Collaborate with support team and communicate questions.
• Provide world-class customer service to tenants and property staff.
• Manage daily schedule and job updates in the system.
• Maintain tools, materials, and company vehicle.

Skills

Hand skills

Color perception

Reliability

Eagerness to learn

Customer service

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 includesbase 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.