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BARBER

Groton, CT · On-site

MEDICAL SCREENING REQUIREMENT All barber shop and beauty shop employees including contract personnel must be medically screened and determined to be free of communicable diseases prior to initial ...

BARBER

Goose Creek, SC · On-site

$22.56/hr

All barber shop and beauty shop employees including contract personnel must be medically screened and determined to be free of communicable diseases prior to initial assignment. Unless necessary for ...

BARBER

Gulfport, MS · On-site

$22.56/hr

MEDICAL SCREENING REQUIREMENT All barber shop and beauty shop employees including contract personnel must be medically screened and determined to be free of communicable diseases prior to initial ...

BARBER

Meridian, MS · On-site

$22.56/hr

MEDICAL SCREENING REQUIREMENT All barber shop and beauty shop employees including contract personnel must be medically screened and determined to be free of communicable diseases prior to initial ...

All barber shop and beauty shop employees including contract personnel must be medically screened and determined to be free of communicable diseases prior to initial assignment. Unless necessary for ...

Contracts & Compliance Manager

Arvada, CO · On-site

$90K - $121K/yr

Barber-Nichols (BN) is a premier provider of custom turbomachinery solutions serving the Defense ... Oversee contract documentation governance, records retention, modifications, and correspondence in ...

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How much do contract barber jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for contract barber in the United States is $25.06, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.07 and $30.53 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges faced by contract barbers, and how can they be overcome?

Contract barbers often face challenges such as building a consistent client base, managing their own schedules, and adapting to different barbershop environments or client preferences. To overcome these, developing strong networking skills, maintaining professionalism, and utilizing effective marketing strategies—such as social media promotion—can help attract and retain clients. Additionally, staying organized and proactive with appointments and personal branding will contribute to building a reliable reputation. Successful contract barbers are flexible, self-motivated, and take initiative to ensure steady work and growth in their careers.

What is a Contract Barber job?

A Contract Barber is a licensed barber who works independently rather than as a direct employee of a barbershop or salon. They typically rent a chair or work on a commission basis, managing their own schedule and clientele. Contract Barbers are responsible for their own taxes, supplies, and sometimes marketing efforts. This arrangement provides flexibility but also requires business management skills.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Contract Barber position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Contract Barber, you need expert knowledge of haircutting, shaving, grooming techniques, and sanitation, typically supported by a state-issued barber license. Familiarity with professional barbering tools, product use, and scheduling or point-of-sale systems is essential. Strong customer service, time management, and adaptability are important soft skills in this flexible, often client-driven role. These abilities ensure consistent client satisfaction, safe and precise services, and success within various work environments as an independent contractor.

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BARBER

Part-time

Posted 22 days ago


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Job Summary: Performs a variety of barbering services at a main branch or location haircare facility for authorized military and civilian personnel. Duties and Responsibilities: Provides barbering hair care services for clients which include shampooing and conditioning cutting shaping sideburns nape of neck middle and top part of the head into various haircuts and styles to suit client shaves face styles mustache and beard. Massages neck face and scalp. Checks client s scalp and hair for visible disorders such as sores abrasions diseases which might interfere with requested barbering services. Consults with client on matters pertaining to their hair care needs. - Maintains combs in solution and sanitizes equipment in chemical or physical agent. Responsible for the upkeep and cleanliness of designated work station and shop. Makes necessary preparations for shampoo and towels to be used to minimize delay of customer services. - Makes minor repairs on equipment such as replacing switches plugs and cords etc. - Operates cash register prepares hair care chits collects and accounts for cash received from clients balances daily sales using Salesperson s Daily Cash Report. Sells hair care products to clients and maintains Daily Appointment Book by name of client time and Stylist Barber assigned. May open and close shop. Assists with monthly inventory. - Carries out policy of courtesy and customer service. Ensures 100 client satisfaction. - Works under the general supervision of a designated supervisor. Carries out assignments with independence within prescribed policies and procedures exercises tact in dealing with clients. Work is reviewed in terms of quality of services provided and client satisfaction achieved. - Performs other related duties as assigned. PHYSICAL EFFORT Requires continual use of both arms and legs which involves frequent standing reaching and light lifting. Objects handled such as beauty service apparatus appliances etc. seldom weigh in excess of 5 pounds. Dexterity is required in applying manual techniques. WORKING CONDITIONS Work is performed inside a haircare facility with proper lighting sufficient plumbing and heating adequate aisle space strong water pressure plenty of hot water adequate electric power and outlets for appliances and apparatus. Incumbent is subject to the possibility of cuts burns strains and electric shock and is exposed to hair cuttings skin conditions common colds and communicable diseases. Is required to wear a smock wash hands thoroughly and frequently with soap and water sanitize barbering tools after each use. MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS Graduate of an accredited school of barber culture or cosmetology and possession of a valid State License in Barbering or cosmetology. MEDICAL SCREENING REQUIREMENT All barber shop and beauty shop employees including contract personnel must be medically screened and determined to be free of communicable diseases prior to initial assignment. Unless necessary for local reasons there is no requirement for periodic examinations. This screening examination may be performed by non-physician personnel. The employer will direct him or her to a medical clinic on base where they must be screened. Abnormal responses or findings must be further evaluated by a provider
EDUCATION AND LICENSE Graduate of an accredited school of barber culture or cosmetology and possession of a valid State License in Barbering or Cosmetology. Candidates selected for hire who possess a U.S. State License in Cosmetology from a State other than the State the position is located must obtain a valid State License in Barbering or Cosmetology in the State the position is located within six months from the date of hire. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Continual use of both arms and legs involving frequent standing reaching and light lifting. Objects handled such as barber service apparatus appliances etc. dexterity is required in applying manual techniques.