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Benefits:
- Bonus based on performance
- Competitive salary
- Flexible schedule
- Free uniforms
- Opportunity for advancement
- Training & development
Handyman Helper – Entry Level (Growth Opportunity)
Ace Handyman Services of Northern Virginia & DC
Fairfax County, VA and Washington, DC
$20/hour + bonuses + trip fees + growth path
Fairfax County, VA and Washington, DC
$20/hour + bonuses + trip fees + growth path
Start a career—not just a job.
Join the highest-rated handyman service in the DMV, backed by the trusted Ace Hardware brand (100+ years strong).
Join the highest-rated handyman service in the DMV, backed by the trusted Ace Hardware brand (100+ years strong).
We’re looking for high-character, reliable individuals who want to learn the trades, work with a professional team, and grow into a long-term career.
Why Join Us?
- Consistent Monday–Friday schedule (8am–5pm) + optional Saturdays
- W-2 employment (stable, predictable income) with Weekly Pay
- Performance bonuses (earn extra for 5-star reviews)
- Career advancement path → become a Lead Craftsman
- Positive, team-oriented culture
- Backed by a nationally trusted brand (Ace Hardware)
- Work that is varied, active, and rewarding
What You’ll Do
As a Handyman Helper, you’ll assist Lead Craftsmen on residential and light commercial jobs:
- Support repairs and maintenance across trades:
- Carpentry
- Drywall & painting
- Basic plumbing & electrical
- Tile and general home repairs
- Carpentry
- Prepare job sites and maintain clean work areas
- Learn tools, materials, and best practices
- Interact with customers professionally and respectfully
- Help identify additional service opportunities
- Maintain and organize tools, vehicles, and workspace
What We’re Looking For
This is an entry-level role—attitude matters more than experience.
Minimum Requirements:
- ~1 year of hands-on experience (construction, landscaping, maintenance, etc.)
- Strong work ethic and reliability
- Ability to communicate well with customers
- Willingness to learn multiple trades
- Valid driver’s license + good driving record
- Ability to lift, carry, and work outdoors when needed
Preferred Traits (High Value)
- Positive attitude and team mindset
- Clean-cut, professional appearance
- Problem-solving mindset
- Respect for tools, property, and customers
- Desire to build a long-term career in the trades
Compensation & Upside
- $20/hour starting pay
- $15 trip bonus per job
- Performance bonuses (5-star reviews can add $75–$100/day)
- Clear path to higher-paying Lead Craftsman roles
Who This Role Is Perfect For
- Someone early in their trade career
- Former laborers or helpers ready to level up
- People who enjoy hands-on work + customer interaction
- Individuals looking for stability + growth (not gig work)
About Us
Ace Handyman Services of NoVA & DC delivers professional, reliable home repair and improvement services with the trusted quality of Ace Hardware.
We don’t operate like “a guy with a truck”—we run a professional, systems-driven service business focused on craftsmanship, communication, and customer trust.
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If you’re dependable, hardworking, and ready to grow—we want to meet yo
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