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Handyman Job Description: Top Duties and Qualifications

Handymen, or Maintenance Technicians, are skilled in a broad variety of household jobs. They are responsible for completing routine maintenance, undertaking repairs and tackling a range of other practical tasks. Their duties can include formwork, carpentry and electrical work. They are responsible for groundskeeping, car maintenance and waste removal.

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Handyman duties and responsibilities

Handymen deal with a range of different projects of all sizes in homes and businesses. Handymen who work for themselves deal with their own advertising and marketing. They should also have good financial and accounting skills, other main duties include:

  • Completing minor plumbing repairs such as fixing dripping taps or running toilet cisterns
  • Installing household appliances such as washing machines and dishwashers
  • Installing smoke and carbon monoxide alarms
  • Fitting shelves, hanging pictures and installing window locks
  • Conducting emergency audits
  • Undertaking basic gardening
  • Negotiating the scope of work and timescales with clients
  • Providing itemised quotes and invoices
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Handyman Job Description Examples:

Example 1

Simon Charles Auctioneers is one of Europe's largest auctioneers in the homeware & electrical market. We are looking at the appointment of a site maintenance personnel with the drive, skill, and experience to help us deliver our current operations and assist in our wider company goals.

The Opportunity:
You will be responsible for all maintenance over multiple sites to include fire safety & risk assessments, waste management, vehicle checks and warehouse repairs. The successful candidate will ensure all areas of the business are to government Health & Safety Standards and have a hands-on approach to site safety, repairs and hygiene.

Desirable renumeration package to include use of company vehicle, flexible working hours and company phone.

Essential Skills:
Full Driving Licence
FLT Licence
Joinery Skills

Preferred Skills:
CIEH Level 3 or Above in Health & Safety in the Workplace
Fire Marshall Training
Job Type: Full-time

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: £11.00 per hour

Schedule:
  • 8 hour shift
  • Monday to Friday

    Ability to commute/relocate:
  • Stockport SK6 2SD: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work 1 year (preferred)

    • Example 2

    Full Job Description

    Handyman Required - Job description

    Responsible for completing routine maintenance, undertaking repairs and tackling a range of other practical tasks.

    You will be expected to be versatile, with multiple duties and responsibilities, including:

    Plumbing:To resolve basic problems such as installing new taps, sinks and toilets, and repairing leaks.

    Electrical: replacing bulbs, rewiring sockets, installing alarms, doorbells, security cameras and thermostats.

    Decorating: painting walls and ceilings, touching up skirting boards and door frames, sanding floors and other wooden surfaces.

    Repairs and Maintenance: installing cabinets, doors, countertops and flooring including tiles, carpets or other hardwood and laminate [website] aspects including damaged window frames.

    Gardening: mowing lawns, trimming hedges, bushes and trees, weeding, watering flower beds and repairing border walls and fences.

    Qualifications

    Multiskilled (Handymen, or Maintenance Technicians) with broad variety of household jobs.

    Job Type: Full-time

    Salary: £14.00 per hour

    Ability to commute/relocate:

  • Birmingham, West Midlands: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

    Experience:

  • Maintenance: 1 year Location: One location

    Must have a uk driving license

    Must speak fluent english

    Job Types: Part-time, Full-time, Permanent

    Salary: From £14.00 per hour

    Benefits:
  • Company pension
  • Free parking
  • Sick pay
  • Store discount
    Schedule:
  • 8 hour shift
  • Day shift
    Supplemental pay types:
  • Bonus scheme
  • Commission pay
  • Performance bonus
  • Safety bonus
  • Signing bonus
  • Yearly bonus

    Education:
  • GCSE or equivalent (preferred)

    Experience:
  • Handyman: 1 year (preferred)
  • Plumbing: 1 year (preferred)
  • Hand tools: 1 year (required)
  • Electrical: 1 year (required)

    Language:
  • English (preferred)
  • fluent english (required)

    Licence/Certification:
  • Driving Licence authorisation:
  • United Kingdom (required)

    Shift availability:
  • Day shift (preferred)

    Willingness to travel:
  • 50% Location: On the road

    • Example 3

    We have expanded rapidly and have undertaken multiple high

    Profile projects on behalf of National Retailers, REITs, Public Sector Clients, and Hospitality Companies.

    Currently we are looking for several people to work across the Greater London region that is familiar and skilled with reactive maintenance works. Confident workers are essential, and we require a minimum of 2 years’ experience.

    Must have the following :

    Full UK Driving Licence

    Rights to work in UK

    Minimum 2 years’ experience

    Familiar with general maintenance tasks

    Familiar with skills such as: Tiling,Plumbing, filling, Painting, Electricals, Carpentry.

    Outside work: Concreting, Landscaping, Roof/guttering, Grounds works

    Own Van or willing to rent from us

    Own Tools

    CSCS Card (preferred, not essential)

    Ability to meet deadline/efficiency

    Flexible to work overtime

    Valid UTR Number

    English Speaking

    Uniform provided

    The job is in the Greater London area maintaining national retailers like Lidl.

    There is plenty of overtime available, evenings and weekends

    We are expanding our work force, so we are constantly recruiting and looking for people to start immediately or at whatever time suits them.

    Van is required: Own van or company van £70 per week with your own insurance.(£140 with company insurance) but we have only 2 vans left.

    Let me know if you would like to discuss this further.

    Job Type: Full-time

    Salary: £20.00 per hour

    Benefits:
  • On-site parking
    Schedule:
  • 10 hour shift
  • Day shift
  • Night Location: On the road

    • What does a Handyman do?

    Handymen do practical tasks that make life easier for their employers or clients. Handymen complete minor repairs, install safety equipment and help assemble furniture. They complete small jobs that require specific knowledge or expertise such as fixing light sockets, re-hanging doors and repairing fixtures or fittings. Some specialise in particular services such as house clearance, bathroom installation or laying flooring. Handymen work in offices repairing furniture, moving equipment and conducting health and safety checks on lifts, air conditioning units and other office facilities.

    Handyman skills and qualifications

    There are no specific qualifications to be a Handyman. The skill set varies depending on the type of business, the setting and size of premises. Having the relevant experience is an advantage. A successful Handyman candidate will have various prerequisite skills and qualifications that include:

    • Scheduling, offering customer service and routine bookings
    • Repairing and maintaining heating systems, bleeding radiators and flushing systems
    • Bricklaying and masonry
    • Laying stone patios and paving driveways
    • Maintenance cleaning
    • Measuring and calculations
    • Tiling and grouting

    Handyman experience requirements

    Handymen need practical experience in working with machinery and hydraulic equipment. Candidates with vocational experience or apprenticeships have practical training. Applicants who have worked in construction have useful experience in adhering to health and safety regulations while working as part of a team.

    Handyman education and training requirements

    Handymen need literacy and arithmetic at General Certificate of Secondary Education (GCSE) levels or equivalent. The National Vocational Qualification (NVQ), Business and Technology Education Council (BTEC) and City and Guilds training courses focus on the practical skills that are ideal for Handymen. Entry-level Handyman jobs offer on-the-job training, but a relevant apprenticeship in a practical trade skill, such as welding or fabrication, is a bonus. Handyman roles with a more specific remit require advanced qualifications from Gas Safe Register, Portable Appliance Testing (PAT) and from being a Domestic Installer.

    Handyman salary expectations

    According to Indeed Salaries, the average salary for a Handyman is £12.43 per hour. Their pay depends on their level of experience and any specialist skills they may have. Hourly wages vary depending on the setting they are working in and the area of the country in which they are based.

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    Handyman job description FAQs

    What are the different types of Handymen?

    Handymen can have a variety of different specialities such as landscaping, joinery or decorating. Some work on mechanical repairs while others install flooring, kitchens, bathrooms and fit safety equipment. Handymen that work for letting agencies or landlords perform routine maintenance, safety checks and conduct end-of-tenancy inspections.

    Where do Handymen work?

    Handymen work in domestic properties or on commercial premises. Some are based in a single location, taking on a caretaker role, and others travel to complete jobs in different settings. Handymen with specific skills often work with a team of other specialists to complete more complex jobs such as extensions and remodelling projects.

    What qualities make a good Handyman?

    Trustworthiness and reliability are important qualities for a Handyman. They should be able to follow instructions methodically and have excellent attention to detail. Good Handymen are reliable and professional when dealing with clients. They should respond promptly to requests for quotes, supply relevant receipts and invoices for materials. They should also ensure that they stick to their stated schedule. Handymen need to be well-prepared and bring the appropriate tools to each job.

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