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How much do personal contractor jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 2, 2026, the average hourly pay for personal contractor in Merced, CA is $16.12, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.23 and $17.02 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Personal Contractor vs Handyman?

AspectPersonal ContractorHandyman
Credentials/CertificationsOften licensed or certified for specific tradesTypically no formal certifications required
Work EnvironmentHandles larger projects, renovations, and custom workPerforms small repairs and maintenance tasks
Employer/Industry UsageHired by homeowners or contractors for specialized projectsHired directly by homeowners for minor tasks
Common Search/Comparison IntentUnderstanding scope and credentials of a Personal ContractorFinding quick repair services or small project help

In summary, a Personal Contractor typically manages larger, specialized projects and often holds relevant licenses or certifications, whereas a Handyman handles smaller repairs and maintenance tasks without requiring formal credentials. Both roles serve different needs within the home improvement industry.

What cities near Merced, CA are hiring for Personal Contractor jobs?

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Infographic showing various Personal Contractor job openings in Merced, CA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 71% Full Time, 24% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $33,540 per year, or $16.1 per hour.

Account Associate - State Farm Agent Team Member

Justi Smith - State Farm Agent

Merced, CA • On-site

$19/hr

Full-time

PTO

Re-posted 28 days ago

Job description

Position Overview
Are you outgoing and customer-focused? Do you enjoy working with the public? If you answered yes to these questions, working for a State Farm independent contractor agent may be the career for you! State Farm agents market only State Farm insurance and financial service products.
Responsibilities
  • Establish customer relationships and follow up with customers, as needed.
  • Provide prompt, accurate, and friendly customer service. Service can include responding to inquiries regarding insurance availability, eligibility, coverages, policy changes, transfers, claim submissions, and billing clarification.
  • Work with the agent to establish and meet marketing goals.
As an Agent Team Member, you will receive...
  • Salary plus commission/bonus
  • Paid time off (vacation and personal/sick days)
Requirements
  • Sales experience (outside sales or inside sales representative, retail sales associate, or telemarketing) preferred
  • Successful track record of meeting sales goals/quotas preferred
  • Interest in marketing products and services based on customer needs
If you are motivated to succeed and can see yourself in this role, please complete our application. We will follow up with you on the next steps in the interview process.
This position is with a State Farm independent contractor agent, not with State Farm Insurance Companies. Employees of State Farm agents must be able to successfully complete any applicable licensing requirements and training programs. State Farm agents are independent contractors who hire their own employees. State Farm agents’ employees are not employees of State Farm.