Handyman

Job Summary We seek a Handman with a strong background in residential construction who is also passionate about safety, organization, cleanliness, and delivering an exceptional quality experience for clients. Core Responsibilities The Handyman role at NOR Design and Construction oversees the daily production of residential remodeling job sites, ensuring quality, efficiency, and client satisfaction for smaller projects typical of a 1 to 5 day schedule. This hands‑on position involves managing our trade professionals, coordinating project schedules, resolving obstacles, and performing skilled carpentry along with standard construction tasks, all while maintaining a tidy and safe workspace for both the clients and the workers. This is a part‑time, hourly role based on available client work billed at standard industry rates. We handle the marketing to acquire clients; you assist with the bidding process (time, materials, trades…), we obtain the client’s approval, and you implement the work. All payments run through our accounting. This position is for the experienced carpenter/handyman who wants to focus on their craft, not running a business. Team Player but also highly motivated when working independently Attention to detail – see something questionable, say something before it is too late Obsession with having a clean and organized job site – always Provide support to the design and construction teams as needed, i.e., construction methods and best practices and cost‑saving alternatives… Manage / Oversee subcontractors on job sites, provide support as needed, inspect and approval of work completed, and ensure they are keeping a clean and safe workspace Project Demo and disposal Setup and take down of proper dust and floor protection at the start of the project and maintained throughout the project General framing and structural changes Cabinet and trim/molding Install Door and Window install Interior finish trim/molding/casing work Basic flooring installation/repair General handyman maintenance and repairs for existing and new customers Project scheduling and construction timeline estimation Project budgeting support for raw materials required for projects Material pickup/delivery, within reason Oversight with city inspectors to ensure no project delays with inspections Support with defining cost savings on projects and procedures per project and with company best practices Basic Procurement duties include inspecting packages/items as they are received. Verify model numbers and quantities received against what was ordered. Maintain client inventory prior to installation. General Qualifications Personal, approachable, and with excellent communication skills. Keeps calm, cool, concise communication, both verbal and written Can communicate via in‑person with clients and is proficient with group phone text and emails Tools for the job, keeping them in good working order Construction‑appropriate, reliable transportation Clean driving record with proof of insurance Able to pass required pre‑employment screenings, including criminal background, MVR, and drug screenings Able to perform physical exertion including carrying, climbing, crawling, stooping, squatting, pushing, pulling, hauling, and lifting as much as 100lbs Familiar with and maintain current OSHA and L&I safety requirements Must live within 30 miles radius of Seattle Preferred Skills/Experience 10+ years of demonstrated experience of hands‑on Residential construction with advanced carpentry skills and prior supervisory experience 10+ years of demonstrated experience in framing windows, doors, siding, cabinetry and finish carpentry Ability to comprehend basic CAD construction documents (floor plans, elevations, & sections) Microsoft Office Products: Office, Excel, Word, Teams, and Sharepoint Willingness to learn other project planning apps or software Competitive Compensation. Hourly Rate based on overall experience and skills Discretionary Bonus based on the performance of the business and contributions to the success of the business Schedule (typical office hours): Monday – Friday Hours can flex pending on project scope and location requirements 7am- 5 pm EEO Statement, Wa State NOR Design and Construction is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, and all qualified candidates will receive consideration without race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, genetic information, age (except for bona fide occupational qualifications, sex, pregnancy, identity, gender expression, marital status, military leave or service, status as a disabled veteran or another covered veteran status, participation in eeo‑protected activity, any other status protected by federal, state, or local law, or association with a person on the basis of one of the foregoing. NOR Design and Construction also supports the Washington State ‘at‑will employment’ following all L&I rules. A 90‑day probation period is standard for all potential employees so that we may assess your skills and work habits to ensure a good fit for both NOR Design and the potential employee. #J-18808-Ljbffr