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Craftsman / Handyman

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Full-timeNew Brunswick, New JerseyOn-site$25 - $30/hr
Posted Friday, 9/18/2026

Craftsman / Handyman

Location: New Brunswick, NJ
Employment Type: Full-Time
Pay: $25–$30 per hour, depending on experience

Overview

Ace Handyman Services helps homeowners love their homes again. We are hiring a Full-Time Craftsman/Handyman to handle a wide variety of residential repair, improvement, and small-to-medium complex projects throughout Central Jersey.

This position is ideal for a highly skilled tradesperson who enjoys diverse work, can solve problems independently, and takes pride in delivering high-quality craftsmanship.

This is an hourly W-2 field position. You are paid for hours worked, including job time, drive time between jobs, and material pickup time. Hours depend on booked work.

Why Join Our Team

  • Stable Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM. No weekends or emergency on-call shifts.

  • Variety of Work: Handle everything from small repairs to more complex residential projects.

  • Independence & Support: Manage your daily projects independently while our office handles marketing, booking, scheduling, and billing.

  • Competitive Pay: $25–$30/hour depending on experience, including paid drive time.

  • Performance Bonuses: Additional earning potential based on quality of work and customer satisfaction.

  • Paid Time Off: Accrued PTO.

  • Vehicle & Tool Allowance: Allowance provided for the use of your vehicle and tools.

What You’ll Do

You’ll handle a broad range of residential projects, including:

  • Carpentry: Trim installation, framing repairs, door and window adjustments

  • Drywall: Patching, finishing, and full-wall repairs

  • Painting: Interior painting, touch-ups, and refinishing

  • Tile: Floor and wall tile installation, grout repairs, and shower tile work

  • Flooring: Vinyl plank installation and subfloor repairs

  • Plumbing: Fixture replacements, valve repairs, toilet installations, and leak diagnosis

  • Electrical: Outlet and switch replacements, fixture installations, and minor troubleshooting

  • Exterior Work: Deck repairs, siding fixes, and fence repairs

  • Small-to-Medium Complex Projects: Bathroom refreshes, kitchen repairs, built-ins, custom carpentry, and multi-trade problem-solving

  • Document completed jobs and track materials using our digital system

What You Bring — Must-Haves

  • 10+ years of proven professional experience as a carpenter, craftsman, or general handyman

  • Solid practical knowledge in at least three core trade areas, such as carpentry, drywall, painting, tiling, basic plumbing, or basic electrical

  • A truck or van suitable for transporting tools and materials

  • Your own standard set of professional hand and power tools

  • A valid driver’s license and clean driving record

  • Ability to communicate professionally with customers, explain repair processes, and provide great service

  • Background check will be performed.

Apply Today

If you take pride in your work, enjoy variety in your day, and want to build a long-term career with a supportive local team, we encourage you to apply. Submit your application today, and we’ll reach out to schedule an initial conversation.