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Whether you’re an experienced handyman or just starting out, Oddjobber offers job opportunities that fit your schedule. Work when you want and get paid fast!

General Repairs and maintenance
Furniture Assembly
Home Improvement Jobs
Door & Window Installation
Lock Installation & Repair
Handyman Repairs (General)

Handyman Job Requirements: Skills & Eligibility to Get Hired

Skilled handyman performing ceiling repair for general home maintenance tasks.

🔧 General Repairs and Maintenance

Problem-Solving Skills

Diagnosing leaks, cracks, or fixture faults
Improvising with limited materials/tools
Preventative maintenance planning

Essential Soft Skills

Reliability and punctuality
Versatility
Clear communication with clients

Tool Knowledge

Power drill, screwdriver set
Measuring tape, level
General repair toolkits (wrenches, pliers, etc.)

🪑 Furniture Assembly

Problem-Solving Skills

Interpreting flat-pack manuals and instructions
• Identifying missing or incorrect parts
• Adapting tools to non-standard components

Essential Soft Skills

Patience and precision
Customer focus
Task follow-through

Tool Knowledge

Allen keys/hex wrenches
Power drill with adjustable torque
Rubber mallet, screwdrivers

🏠 Home Improvement Jobs

Problem-Solving Skills

Understanding minor structural changes
Estimating material and labour needs
Identifying job safety risks

Essential Soft Skills

Creativity and adaptability
Planning and organisation
Time management

Tool Knowledge

Power saws, nail guns
Stud finder, laser level
Cordless drill, sanding tools

Worker installing window frame in residential unit – door and window installation handyman services

🚪 Door & Window Installation

Problem-Solving Skills

Aligning hinges, frames, and seals
Correcting uneven surfaces or gaps
Measuring and trimming accurately

Essential Soft Skills

Attention to fine detail
Site cleanliness and customer care
Following exact measurements

Tool Knowledge

Circular saw or plane
Hammer drill, chisel set
Sealant gun, shims and wedges

Worker installing door lock using tools – lock installation and repair services for homes and businesses

🔐 Lock Installation & Repair

Problem-Solving Skills

Matching lock types to door/frame
Re-keying or repairing locksets
Addressing misalignment or hardware defects

Essential Soft Skills

Discretion and professionalism
Trustworthiness
Steady hand and concentration

Tool Knowledge

Lock installation kit
Screwdrivers, pliers
Hole saw, latch alignment tools

Handyman painting ceiling with roller in hard hat – general handyman repair services with safety gear

🧰 Handyman Repairs (General)

Problem-Solving Skills

Multi-trade knowledge to diagnose issues
On-the-spot fixes and workarounds
Material substitutions if needed

Essential Soft Skills

Client-focused approach
Good attitude and flexibility
Clear updates and reporting

Tool Knowledge

Mixed toolkit across plumbing, carpentry, and minor electrical
PPE (gloves, safety glasses, masks)
QR-code compliance tools or mobile job app (e.g., SecQR)

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Handyman Jobs FAQ: How to Apply & Get Paid Fast

Question 1: What is Oddjobber?

Oddjobber is an online recruitment platform designed to connect skilled workers with job opportunities across various locations in Australia. Whether you're a handyman, tradesperson, or service provider, Oddjobber helps you find work quickly and efficiently.Our platform is interconnected with 1300Oddjob.com.au, allowing job seekers and clients to connect based on location. This ensures fast, easy, and convenient transactions, enabling clients to find reliable handymen nearby while helping jobbers secure steady work opportunities in their area.

Question 2: How can I be an Oddjobber?

Becoming an Oddjobber handyman is simple:

Sign Up: Oddjobber.com.au.
Complete Your Profile: Answer the Form.
Get Verified: We may require identity verification to ensure customer safety.

Question 3: Do I need specific qualifications to work as a handyman?

While Oddjobber welcomes handymen of all experience levels, certain jobs require specific licences or certifications to comply with local regulations.
If you plan to offer services that require certification, make sure you hold a valid licence and comply with local laws. Oddjobber may request verification for licenced trades before you can take on these jobs.

Question 4: How do I contact Oddjobber customer support?

You can call us at 1300-633562. We’re here to assist you with any questions or issues you might have.

Question 5: Is there a fee to use Oddjobber?

No, Oddjobber is completely FREE to use! There are no sign-up fees, no subscription costs, and no commission-based deductions from your earnings. You keep 100% of what you make from each job. However, while the platform is free to use, we do not guarantee a consistent flow of jobs. The availability of work depends on demand in your area and whether certain jobs have already been accommodated by our priority partners.

To increase your chances of getting jobs, we recommend:

✔ Keeping your profile updated with skills and experience.

✔ Responding quickly to job postings.

✔ Delivering high-quality work to earn positive reviews.