Handyperson

In this role you could:

• put up curtain rails, shelves and picture frames
•  fit smoke alarms, carbon monoxide detectors and grab rails
•  replace fuses, plugs and light bulbs
•  fit door and window locks and alarms
•  unblock sinks and fix leaking taps and overflow problems
•  adjust or re-hang doors
•  move or assemble items of furniture
•  paint and decorate
•  do routine gardening work, clear out guttering or take on minor building repairs

• the ability to use, repair and maintain machines and tools
• knowledge of building and construction
• the ability to work well with your hands
• problem-solving skills
• practical skills for repairing and maintaining equipment
• to be thorough and pay attention to detail
• customer service skills
• the ability to work well with others
• to be able to carry out basic tasks on a computer or hand-held device

You can get into this job through:

• a college course
• an apprenticeship
• volunteering
• applying directly

With experience, you could become a team leader or jobs coordinator with a service and repair company. You could also move into related areas of work like caretaking.

With formal qualifications you could become a qualified tradesperson, like a carpenter or plumber.