Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Bonus based on performance
Competitive salary
Dental insurance
Free uniforms
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Join the Fox Valley’s Top-Rated Handyman & Renovation Team
At Ace Handyman Services Fox Valley, we believe craftsmanship and customer service are a calling, not just a job. Backed by the trusted Ace Hardware brand, we deliver high-quality handyman, repair, and renovation services to homeowners and businesses throughout Illinois’ Fox Valley.
We’re hiring full-time and part-time Craftsmen and Craftswomen who take pride in their work, solve problems creatively, and want to be part of a professional, positive, high-performing team.
This role is ideal for seasoned tradespeople who want steady, meaningful work, a great schedule, and the satisfaction of doing things the right way—without nights, weekends, or the stress of running their own business.
Why Work With Us
• Full-Time and Part-Time opportunities
• Monday–Friday, 8am–5pm schedule — no nights or weekends
• Competitive pay with performance-based bonuses
• W-2 employment
• Free uniforms and professional appearance support
• Positive, respectful, and collaborative team culture
• Excellent fit for late-career tradespeople who still love the craft
Who Thrives Here
Our best Craftsmen and Craftswomen are people who:
Take ownership of their work and care deeply about quality
Stay calm and solution-focused when jobs don’t go as planned
Communicate clearly and professionally with customers, teammates, and the office
Take pride in clean job sites, organized vehicles, and respectful behavior
Enjoy being part of a team that values integrity, accountability, and continuous improvement
If you like solving problems, earning customer trust, and finishing each day proud of your work—you’ll feel at home here.
Skills & Experience Required
Minimum 10+ years of full-time, professional trade experience
Background in construction, remodeling, handyman services, carpentry, plumbing, electrical, or similar trades
Strong hands-on ability in multiple areas, including:
Carpentry
Plumbing
Electrical
Painting
Tile & Flooring
Must own a standard set of professional tools
Must own a truck or van
Must live in the Illinois Fox Valley region (Crystal Lake south to Aurora), Kane County, or Southern McHenry County
Experience limited to DIY projects, homeownership, or rental properties does not qualify and will not be considered
What Success Looks Like in the First 90 Days
By 90 days, a successful Craftsman or Craftswoman at Ace Handyman Services Fox Valley:
Completes jobs efficiently and correctly with minimal callbacks
Communicates clearly with customers and the office before, during, and after each job
Demonstrates professionalism customers consistently comment on and appreciate
Proactively identifies small fixes or improvements that add value for customers
Takes feedback seriously and shows visible improvement week over week
Is trusted by the office team to represent the Ace brand independently
This role is about doing great work, the right way, every time.
This Role Is Not a Fit If…
You blame others when things go wrong
You cut corners or rush through work
You’re more focused on compensation than craftsmanship and customer experience
You dislike feedback or resist learning new systems and processes
You bring negativity, drama, or excuses into the workplace
We protect our culture and our customers—and we expect the same from every team member.
Ready to Build More Than Just Projects?
At Ace Handyman Services Fox Valley, your skills are respected, your work matters, and your professionalism sets the standard.
Apply today and join the Fox Valley’s trusted name in home repair and renovation.
Ace Handyman Services is a franchise network of Independently Owned and Operated Franchises. Your application will go directly to the franchise owner, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of that franchise. All inquiries about employment at this franchise should be made directly to the franchise owner, and not to Ace Handyman Services Corporate.