Apprentice

Surface Experts - Snohomish•Bellevue, WA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Do you enjoy making things using your hands? Have hobbies that involve color or 3-D art? Like finding ways to be creative in different areas? Becoming a Surface Experts Technician could pair your interests perfectly with your job! Take advantage of an artistic outlet as your work creatively to complete repairs, usually in an hour or less. A Day in the Life of a Surface Experts Technician: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vJ0nCFdtqqs 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

Requirements

Hands-on experience doing some form of manual work – From construction and manufacturing, to painting or sculpting.
Must be able to see, distinguish, and replicate colors – A familiarity with color and color matching is integral to our process.

Nice To Haves

A background in facilities maintenance is helpful but not a deal breaker.

Responsibilities

Complete 4 or more creative repairs on-site each day
Perform work on-location while displaying good customer service and communication
Problem-solve with repairs in a variety of settings like apartments, hotels, moving sites, construction sites, etc.
Treat tenants and staff with exceptional customer service
Update progress on repairs by entering information and notes on our CRM/Dispatch tool
Problem-solve alongside our designated Support Team for any issue
Learn and integrate our one-of-a-kind 5-step process into your creative routine
Master each instrument and tool in your personalized tool-kit
Flex your artistic talents – each repair requires a unique solution

Benefits

Base Salary + Bonus Opportunity: Performance-based commissions starting on day 1
Great Work/Life Balance: No required overtime, no nights, no weekends
Time Off: Paid holidays and accruable vacation
Flexible Work Schedule: Can accommodate midweek appointments
Paid New Hire Training: Onboarding includes learning alongside a trained technician
Company Car: Each technician drives a branded company vehicle for job duties
Tools Included: All necessary tools and products are provided
Learn a New Trade: Develop skills in a brand-new emerging trade
Supportive Work Environment: Team celebrates achievements and collaborates in their approach to problem-solving
Small Business: Local business with an owner who works alongside the team each day
Mentorship Opportunities: Ongoing repair training and career development
Dedicated Help Lines: Technician Support Team on call to assist to questions