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Multi-Skilled Handyman

Matthews, NC · On-site

$20 - $35/hr

Ace Handyman Services is Hiring a Residential Multi-Skilled Handyman! Location: Matthews, NC ... Must live within 30 miles of Matthews, NC * Reliable, punctual, and professional in customer-facing ...

Classet

Multi-Skilled Handyman

Matthews, NC · On-site

$20 - $35/hr

Ace Handyman Services is Hiring a Residential Multi-Skilled Handyman! Location: Matthews, NC ... Must live within 30 miles of Matthews, NC * Reliable, punctual, and professional in customer-facing ...

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As of May 30, 2026, the average hourly pay for live in handyman in the United States is $25.49, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.67 and $29.09 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Live In Handyman is a maintenance professional who resides on the property they service, providing repairs, upkeep, and general handyman tasks. Their responsibilities may include fixing plumbing or electrical issues, performing carpentry work, and maintaining the property's general condition. This role often includes compensation in the form of free or reduced-cost housing along with a salary. Employers may range from private homeowners to apartment complexes, hotels, or estates. The main benefit is having a skilled professional available on-site for immediate maintenance needs.

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To excel as a Live In Handyman, you need strong skills in general maintenance, repairs, and building systems, often supported by experience in plumbing, electrical, carpentry, or related trades. Familiarity with hand and power tools, property management software, and, in some cases, certifications like HVAC or OSHA safety training is beneficial. Excellent communication, reliability, and problem-solving abilities set standout candidates apart in this client-facing role. These skills ensure that maintenance issues are resolved efficiently, keeping the property safe, comfortable, and well-maintained for all residents.

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LIVE IN HANDYMAN

LIVE IN HANDYMAN

Guardian Service Industries, Inc

Jersey City, NJ • On-site

$25 - $27/hr

Full-time

Posted 23 days ago

Job description

Job Type
Full-time
Description
Handyman
Introduction
Established in 1918, Guardian Service Industries is a 4th generation family-owned Janitorial, Security, Pest Control, and Engineering & Operations staffing corporation. We provide a comprehensive range of essential facility management services to over 1,000 clients across various sectors, inclusive of commercial and government buildings, residential communities, schools, industrial facilities, transportation hubs, and retail outlets throughout the East Coast and New England.
The Role:
Most/all of the following service tasks are to be completed daily depending on your role.
Schedule: Tuesday through Saturday
Shift: 9:00am - 6:00pm (1 Hour Lunch)
Pay rate: $25.00 - $27.00 / hr
Responsibilities & Skills:
  • Repair systems such as HVAC, heating, refrigeration, water, and energy as necessary
  • Repair bathroom fixtures such as sinks, bathtubs and toilet as necessary
  • Maintain and/or replace integral fixtures such as door hardware, compactors, and trash chutes.
  • Maintain quality of paint in equipment rooms as well as other building facilities
  • Perform general electrical work as necessary
  • Perform general carpentry work as necessary
  • Perform general maintenance and cleaning in mechanical spaces and perimeter inductions units
  • Inspect fire safety systems for any potential issues to functioning
  • Maintain and repair sanitary sewer systems such as sump pumps, basins, water closets, urinals and piping
  • Maintain and repair all kitchen equipment, excluding any equipment owned by tenants
  • Remain available in the instance that the superintendent of the building is unavailable
  • Complete assigned "work orders", including, but not limited to: moving of office-related furniture, equipment and supplies on an as-needed basis; requests for delivery of extra bottles of water for water coolers during the day; and cleaning the interiors of small office refrigerators and defrost periodically. Work orders will also include tasks related to function set-ups and take downs.

Education and Experience:
  • Any permits or licenses required by law or code (e.g., refrigeration license, etc.)

The requirements:
Basic knowledge of
HVAC
Electrical
Painting
Plumbing
Plus if have at least 1 year of experience working in high-rise buildings.
MUST HAVE FSM LICENSE
The position may consist of continual lifting and moving of equipment and furniture
The requirements and duties described above may be modified or waived by the Company in its sole discretion without notice.
Guardian Service Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, citizenship, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Guardian Service Industries is committed to integrity, excellence, and diversity among its employees. Our company participates in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility.
Salary Description
$25.00 / hr - $27.00 / hr

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