Event Venue Handyman (1099)

Description:

Mercantile Hall

Pay: $40.00 to $65.00 per hour

Job Overview

We are seeking a skilled and reliable Handyman to support the care and upkeep of Mercantile Hall. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys hands on work, takes pride in maintaining beautiful spaces, and is consistently available for light weekly work with occasional on call support.

You will help ensure our venue remains clean, safe, and welcoming for every couple and guest we serve. This position requires a proactive mindset, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently.

Schedule Expectations

• Approximately 4 to 8 hours per week for regularly scheduled tasks, typically early in the week
• Availability for on call support Friday through Sunday as needed
• Weekend on-call work is limited but compensated at a higher rate, with a typical maximum of 4 hours
  
  

Additional Support

• Be available for on call maintenance needs, especially during weekends when events are in progress
• Optional opportunity for additional hours during winter months for snow shoveling and exterior upkeep
  
  

Responsibilities:

General Maintenance and Repairs

• Electrical: Replace lightbulbs in chandeliers, ceiling fixtures, and indoor and outdoor string lights
• Doors and walls: Minor door repairs, basic drywall repair, and interior painting as needed
• Furniture: Maintain and repair tables and chairs, including installing chair pads and addressing wear and tear
• Equipment: Routine maintenance and cleaning of appliances such as ice machines, refrigerators, and floor cleaning machines
• Plumbing: Address minor leaks, unclog drains, and install basic fixtures
  
  

Grounds and Exterior Care

• Water planters and maintain plant health 2 to 3 days per week
• Pull weeds, prune shrubs and ivy, and keep landscaping tidy
• Refresh mulch annually
• Power wash the Urb Garden patio weekly during summer and fall months
• Restock propane tanks and maintain firewood supply as needed
  
  

Additional Details

• This is a 1099 independent contractor role
• Paid monthly
• Flexible schedule
  
  

Requirements:

Our Core Values

• Care: We care first for each other, then for our customers
• Service: We create an experience that makes our customers feel celebrated and supported
• Process: We follow systems that deliver consistent and reliable results
• Improvement: We continually raise the bar for our spaces, our service, and ourselves
  
  

Requirements

• Must provide your own tools
• Strong problem solving skills and ability to troubleshoot efficiently
• Ability to manage time effectively and prioritize tasks
• Comfortable working independently and taking initiative
• Clear and professional communication
  
  

Preferred Experience

• Previous handyman or maintenance experience
• Familiarity with general repair techniques, tools, and materials
• Experience maintaining both interior spaces and outdoor grounds is a plus