Handyman / Home Maintenance Technician
About the job
- At least 2 years of handyman, construction, maintenance, carpentry, or related experience.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
- Professional appearance and customer service skills.
- Must possess and maintain a complete set of hand and power tools necessary to perform handyman services.
- Must have a reliable vehicle capable of transporting tools and materials to job sites.
- Valid driver's license and clean driving record.
- Ability to lift 50 pounds and work on ladders when needed.
- Strong communication and time-management skills.
- Perform general handyman repairs and home maintenance services.
- Install grab bars, handrails, and accessibility modifications.
- Complete drywall, painting, carpentry, trim, and repair work.
- Assemble furniture, gazebos, sheds, and equipment.
- Install doors, locks, hardware, shelving, and fixtures.
- Perform home safety modifications for older adults.
- Document completed work with before-and-after photos.
- Communicate professionally with clients and office staff.
- Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
- Represent the company professionally.
- Experience with aging-in-place or accessibility modifications.
- Experience working directly with homeowners.
- Residential maintenance or property management experience.
- OSHA certification.
About the company
TruBlue Home Service Ally provides total home care services by coordinating a single point of contact for a wide range of household needs. What they do: They manage and perform maintenance, repairs, and ongoing care for homes and rental properties. How it works: A TruBlue House Care Manager coordinates a customized set of services—such as maid services, handyman repairs, regular maintenance, household chores, yard work, emergency repairs, and seasonal projects—so customers pay only for the services they need. How they differ from competitors: They emphasize convenience with one company and one call for a broad scope of house care, offering personalized service plans and bundled options to avoid dealing with multiple vendors, often at an affordable, customizable price. What their goal is: To give busy families and aging communities more free time by handling the full range of home upkeep, allowing customers to focus on what they love at home.
Company Size
51-200
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Blue Ash, Ohio
Founded
2011
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- 2026 revenues rose 18.6% after 2024's 15.5% increase, proving momentum.
- New openings in South Miami, Glen Ellyn, Newton-Wellesley, and Birmingham expanded 2026 footprint.
- Home-safety demand stays strong as TruBlue keeps winning senior-modification partnerships and referrals.
What critics are saying
- The 2026 FDD shows a 5.0% closure rate, signaling weak unit durability.
- TruBlue missed Entrepreneur's 2026 Franchise 500, weakening brand visibility versus rivals.
- Labor scarcity and technician turnover threaten service quality, and one bad local operator kills referrals.
What makes TruBlue Home Service Ally unique
- TruBlue's 2026 FDD pairs handyman work with aging-in-place modifications and subscriptions.
- The 2026 system spans 135 outlets across 34 states, showing national franchise scale.
- Its low $70,050-$96,400 entry cost broadens franchisee recruiting versus higher-capex home services.
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Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Flexible Work Hours
- Training Programs
- Professional Development Budget