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Surface Experts - Minneapolis Southwest

Posted 3 months ago

Full Time

Hopkins, Minnesota

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

Perform on-site cosmetic repairs on various surfaces such as bathtubs, cabinets, and floors using a specialized 5-step process. Manage daily schedules, maintain tools and company vehicles, and provide world-class customer service to property management and tenants.

Qualifications

Surface Experts is looking for an Apprentice with hands-on experience in areas like construction, painting, or manufacturing, and DIY projects. Strong color perception, reliability, and a valid driver's license are essential. This role offers paid training, bonuses, a company vehicle, and opportunities for career growth within a supportive team environment.

Job Description

Benefits:
  • No weekends or evening work
  • Cellphone Stipend
  • Free weekly team breakfast
  • 10 days paid time off
  • Medical Stipend
  • Paid holidays
  • Bonus based on performance
  • Company car
  • Competitive salary
  • Free uniforms
  • Training & development
 Do you like working with your hands?  Do you enjoy variety in your work? Surface Experts Technician might be the job for you! Enjoy using your creativity to problem-solve repairs that typically take less than an hour.
 A Day in the Life of a Surface Experts Technician: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vJ0nCFdtqqs
What We Offer
  • Pay range of $20 - $30 per hour includes base pay + bonuses (listed below) 
    • Monthly performance-based bonuses 
    • Monthly bonus depending on add-on repairs 
    • Annual bonus
  • Paid training with a raise upon demonstration of ability to work independently 
  • No weekends, late nights, or evenings 
  • Paid holidays and minimum 10 days of paid time off (+ growth annually)
  • Branded company vehicle
  • Medical, cellphone and clothing stipends
  • Weekly team meetings with breakfast provided
  • Birthday lunch on us!
 What You’ll Do
  • Perform on-site cosmetic, small surface repairs (chips, scratches, burns, etc.) utilizing our unique 5-step process in commercial and residential properties such as apartments, hotels, and senior living communities. 
  • Work hands-on with your custom toolkit to fix surfaces and problem-solve repairs creatively and efficiently
  • Identify and recommend additional repair opportunities (add-ons)
  • Collaborate with the support team with questions
  • Display world-class customer service for tenants and property management staff
  • Manage your daily schedule and job updates through our system
  • Maintain tools, materials, and company vehicle
 What We’re Looking For
  • Experience working with your hands - whether in construction, painting, manufacturing, or DIY projects
  • Strong color perception and matching ability (color accuracy is key in what we do)
  • Reliable, accountable and excited to learn new repair techniques
  • Committed to delivering high-quality results
  • Must have a valid driver's License (Required)
 Why Join Us
  • Clear path for growth and advancement
  • Performance-based earning potential
  • Supportive, team-focused culture
  • Opportunity to build a career - not just a job
 Hiring Process
  • Within 48 hours: A live team member reaches out
  • Within 2-3 days: Schedule your in-person interview
  • Within 7-10 days: Complete the hiring process - and celebrate your first day with a team lunch!
 Surface Experts Minneapolis Southwest is a locally owned, owner-operated business, not a corporate job where you're just a number. You'll work directly alongside the owner and a small team that knows your name, backed by the training and support of an established franchise network. You’ll be part of a supportive, collaborative culture that values its people. We take pride in helping our team members grow, succeed, and feel appreciated for the work they do every day.


ABOUT SURFACE EXPERTS
Surface Experts is a comprehensive hard surface repair company. We can fix minor damages to many surfaces including Bathtubs, Cabinets, Floors, Appliances, Countertops, Furniture, Elevator Panels … you name it! 
  • By combining traditional trades with our own original processes and products, we are able to provide long-lasting repairs that are pleasing to the eye. And all with a smile!
  • Our competitors want to resurface everything – even damage only a few inches wide! We can repair those small spots, resulting in happy customers who keep on calling us back. Our goal is happy customer who has saved money and time while avoiding adding another damaged surface to the landfill. 
  • Our typical repair doesn’t make a mess, doesn’t leave a smell, and doesn’t take more than 2 hours. Technicians usually need only a tablespoon or two of product, meaning they can carry everything with them in a small truck or car! 
VISION
  • To establish and lead a nationally recognized market for surface repair as an alternative to replacement or complete refinishing. 
  • Our goal is to be represented in every major metropolitan area, and for our brand to be synonymous with spot repair among all facilities and maintenance management. 
MISSION
  • Our mission is to develop outstanding teams by investing in strong relationships.
  • Together, we work to solve our customers’ problems by reducing the waste of time, money, and materials that end up in landfills.
VALUES
  • Serve Others 
    • Put Relationships First
    • No Jerks
    • Be Humble
  • Be a Problem Solver
    • Be Curious
    • Seek to Understand the Cause of the Problem
    • Work Smart
    •  Constantly Improve
  • Trust the Process
    •  Be Organized 
    • Be Teachable
    • Put Business Needs Above Personal Wants 

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