Handyman Helper

Mr. Handyman of E. Nashville & Hendersonville

Hendersonville (TN)

On-site

USD 24,796 - 30,307

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Free uniforms

Paid time off

401(k)

Bonus based on performance

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Free food & snacks

Job summary

Mr. Handyman of E. Nashville & Hendersonville is hiring a Handyman Helper / Apprentice to assist our experienced technicians on larger projects and learn the handyman trade.

The position offers hands-on training with growth toward a full-service technician role and long-term career opportunities with a locally owned company. The ideal candidate is dependable, eager to learn, comfortable using hand and power tools, and capable of working indoors and outdoors while delivering excellent customer

Qualifications

Dependable and able to arrive on time daily.
Motivated to learn a skilled trade and grow within the company.
Comfortable working with hands and following instructions.
Honest, respectful and professional.
Able to work independently after training.
Comfortable indoors and outdoors and using basic tools.
Capable of lifting up to 50 pounds.
Focus on providing excellent customer service.

Responsibilities

Assist experienced technicians with larger home repair, remodeling, and maintenance projects.
Load, unload, organize, and maintain tools and materials.
Prepare job sites and protect customers' homes before work begins.
Complete demolition, cleanup, material handling, and project-support tasks.
Perform smaller repairs and maintenance tasks independently as skills develop.
Learn proper repair and installation methods from experienced technicians.
Communicate professionally with customers.
Keep work areas, tools, and company vehicles clean and organized.
Follow safety procedures and quality standards.
Take on greater responsibility as knowledge and abilities improve.

Skills

Dependable

Motivated to learn

Hands-on learner

Good communication

Professional demeanor

Independent with training

Indoor/outdoor work

Safety conscious

Customer service focus

Willing to grow into technician

Tools

Hand and power tools

Ladders

Job description

Benefits

Free uniforms
Paid time off
401(k)
Bonus based on performance
Competitive salary
Dental insurance
Free food & snacks

Build a Career in the Skilled Trades

Are you dependable, hardworking, and interested in building a long-term career in home repair and remodeling?

Mr. Handyman is hiring a Handyman Helper / Apprentice to assist our experienced technicians on larger projects while learning the skills needed to become a full-service handyman technician.

This is more than a helper position. Our goal is to train and develop the right person so they can eventually run their own service calls, complete home repair projects independently, and grow their income and career with our company.

What You’ll Do

As a Handyman Helper / Apprentice, you will:

Assist experienced technicians with larger home repair, remodeling, and maintenance projects
Help load, unload, organize, and maintain tools and materials
Prepare job sites and protect customers’ homes before work begins
Complete demolition, cleanup, material handling, and project-support tasks
Perform smaller repairs and maintenance tasks independently as your skills develop
Learn proper repair and installation methods from experienced technicians
Communicate professionally and respectfully with customers
Keep work areas, tools, and company vehicles clean and organized
Follow company safety procedures and quality standards
Take on greater responsibility as your knowledge and abilities improve

Types of Work You May Learn

Projects may include:

Drywall repair and installation
Interior and exterior painting
Door and window repairs
Trim and finish carpentry
Deck and fence repairs
Flooring installation and repairs
Tile and bathroom repairs
Cabinet and hardware installation
Siding, soffit, and fascia repairs
General home maintenance and punch-list projects
Light commercial maintenance and repair work

Who We’re Looking For

The ideal candidate is:

Dependable and able to arrive on time every day
Motivated to learn a skilled trade
Comfortable working with their hands
Able to follow instructions and accept coaching
Honest, respectful, and professional
Able to work independently after receiving proper training
Comfortable working indoors and outdoors
Able to safely use ladders and basic hand and power tools
Able to lift and carry construction materials and equipment
Focused on providing excellent customer service
Interested in growing into a full handyman technician position

Previous construction, maintenance, remodeling, painting, carpentry, or handyman experience is helpful, but we are willing to train the right person with a strong work ethic and a willingness to learn.

Requirements

Valid driver’s license and a clean driving record
Reliable transportation to and from work
Ability to pass a background check
Ability to lift approximately 50 pounds
Ability to work from ladders and in different weather conditions
Basic knowledge of hand and power tools is preferred
Professional appearance and positive attitude

Pay and Career Growth

$18–$22 per hour, depending on experience and skill level
Hands-on training with experienced home-service technicians
Opportunities to learn multiple repair and remodeling trades
Increasing responsibility as your skills improve
Opportunity to advance into a full technician position
Long-term career growth with an established local company

A successful apprentice will gradually begin completing smaller jobs independently and working toward becoming a full-service technician capable of managing customer projects from start to finish.

Why Join Mr. Handyman?

For more than 20 years, Mr. Handyman has built a reputation for dependable service, quality workmanship, and professional customer care.

We are a locally owned and operated company that values: