Handyman/ Contractor
5 days ago
Job Overview
Part-Time Handyman (Subcontractor) – High-Skill / Multi-Trade
Company: Oliveira Paint & Stain
Location: Kitchener & Waterloo
Position Type: Subcontractor (1099 / Contract Work)
Availability: Jobs assigned as projects come up
Pay:
- $30–$35/hr equivalent for skilled handyman labor (paid per job/contract)
- Optional part-time painter work at $18–$22/hr when handyman jobs are not scheduled
Oliveira Paint & Stain is a small local business delivering true 5-star work, backed by real customer reviews. We are looking for a highly skilled, professional handyman subcontractor with strong multi-trade experience who can complete jobs independently, efficiently, and to a high standard.
This role is ideal for someone who wants flexible, per-job contract work, with the option to pick up part-time painting hours during slower handyman periods.
Required Experience
- Proven handyman or multi-trade experience (1+ year minimum preferred)
- Ability to work independently and manage small projects
- Reliable transportation and own tools
- Professional communication with homeowners
- Physically capable of skilled residential work
Core Skills Required (Painting Is Secondary)
Applicants should have experience in most of the following:
Flooring
- Click-board / floating floor installation
- Subfloor prep, layout, and transitions
Carpentry & Trim
- Trim installation and removal (baseboards, casings, shoe mold)
- Door adjustments and minor framing
- Removal and disposal of job-related junk and materials
Drywall & Repairs
- Drywall patching, taping, sanding, and blending
- Repairing damaged walls and ceilings
Bathroom & Fixture Work (Minor Plumbing)
- Toilet installation and replacement
- Sink and vanity installation
- Faucet repair and replacement
- Mirror installation
- Minor bathroom improvements
(no major plumbing or licensed work required)
Exterior & Structural Work
- Building and repairing exterior steps
- Installing railings (wood or metal)
- Deck repairs and basic deck building
- Exterior wood repairs
Tools & Technical Knowledge
- Knowledge and experience using most hand and power tools
- Confident with saws, drills, levels, nailers, fastening systems, and layout tools
- Safe, organized jobsite practices
Experience With Older Homes
- Comfortable working in older residential homes
- Ability to adapt to uneven floors, out-of-square framing, and aging materials
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
Professional Expectations
- Communicate professionally with clients at all times
- Confirm scope and instructions with the owner before starting work
- Report any client questions or concerns immediately
- Complete work within agreed contract scope and time
- Consistently overperform on job sites
- Leave every job site cleaner than it was found
- Represent the company with professionalism and respect
Compensation & Opportunities
- Handyman work paid per job / contract
(equivalent to $30–$35/hr for skilled labor)
- Optional part-time painter work at $18–$22/hr when handyman jobs are slow
- Flexible scheduling based on project availability
- Long-term relationship potential for reliable, high-quality subcontractors
- Respectful, owner-operated company
(I was once an employee and understand the importance of good leadership)
If you're a high-skill handyman looking for flexible subcontractor work with a professional company, we'd like to hear from you.
Job Types: Part-time, Fixed term contract, Casual, Seasonal
Pay: $30.00-$35.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
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