Experienced Handyman / Home Repair Contractor
House Doctors of South Dekalb | Southeast Atlanta | Independent Contractor (1099)
Experienced Professionals Wanted
House Doctors of South Dekalb is looking for experienced, dependable home repair professionals to join our network of independent contractors serving customers throughout Southeast Atlanta.
This opportunity is best suited for an experienced handyman or tradesperson who can be given a project scope, arrive prepared, evaluate normal field conditions, and complete quality residential repairs independently and efficiently.
We provide the customers and project opportunities. You provide the experience, craftsmanship, tools, and professionalism.
Compensation
$30–$40 per hour, based on demonstrated experience, skill level, versatility, and productivity.
The upper end of the range is intended for highly experienced contractors who can independently complete a broad range of residential repair and improvement projects to professional standards.
This is a 1099 independent contractor opportunity, not a salaried or W-2 employee position.
Types of Projects
Projects may include:
- Drywall repair and finishing
- Interior and exterior carpentry
- Door and lock installation and repair
- Deck, porch, railing, and fence repairs
- Trim and molding installation
- Flooring repairs and installation
- Painting and surface repairs
- Fixture and hardware installation
- General home maintenance
- Punch-list and small renovation projects
- Troubleshooting and repairing common residential issues
The ideal contractor is comfortable working across multiple trades, not just one specialty.
What We're Looking For
- 5+ years of hands-on residential repair, remodeling, construction, or property-maintenance experience
- Ability to complete projects independently with minimal supervision
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
- Professional-quality workmanship
- Ability to accurately assess the materials and tools needed for a project
- Good time management and job-site organization
- Clear, professional communication with homeowners and our office
- Dependability — showing up when committed and completing projects as agreed
- Respect for customers' homes, including maintaining a clean and professional work area
- Your own professional hand and power tools appropriate for the work you accept
- Reliable transportation capable of supporting your work
What Success Looks Like
We're looking for contractors who can receive a project scope and take ownership of getting the work completed correctly.
That means being able to:
Assess it. Plan it. Execute it. Communicate. Finish it right.
Our customers expect professional service as well as quality craftsmanship.
Why Work With House Doctors?
- $30–$40/hour based on demonstrated capability
- Flexible project availability
- Consistent opportunities as customer demand allows
- Variety of residential repair and improvement projects
- Less time spent finding and marketing to your own customers
- Local support backed by the House Doctors national brand
- Opportunity for additional work based on performance, reliability, and customer satisfaction
Before You Apply
Please make sure the following describes you:
You have several years of real, hands-on residential repair experience, own the tools necessary to perform your work, can work independently, communicate professionally with homeowners, and take pride in leaving behind finished work you'd be comfortable putting your name on.
If you're looking for an opportunity where strong craftsmanship, reliability, and efficiency lead to additional project opportunities, we'd like to talk with you.
Compensation: $30–$40/hour based on experience, demonstrated skills, and productivity.
Contract Type: Independent Contractor (1099)
Service Area: Southeast Atlanta / South DeKalb and surrounding communities