Overview
Handypersons clean, paint, repair and maintain buildings, grounds and facilities.
Day-to-day
- repairing broken windows, screens, doors, fences, barbecues, picnic tables, shelves, cupboards and other items
- replacing defective items such as light bulbs
- repairing and painting interior and exterior surfaces such as walls, ceilings and fences
- clearing rubbish and leaves from driveways and grounds
- mowing lawns and cultivating gardens
- adjusting doors and windows
- replacing tap washers
- putting up handrails and grab rails.
Considerations
- Requires driving
- Working outdoors
To become a Handyperson
You can work as a Handyperson without formal qualifications. Some on the job training may be provided. Some workers have Vocational Education and Training (VET) qualifications in areas such as carpentry, joinery or metal, electrical and engineering trades.
Skills employers are looking for
