Online Contracting Application for Handyman positions Only

 

This Questionnaire will take 20-30 minutes to complete. 

Thank you for your interest in joining our contracting team.  All applicable questions must be answered, even if you email a resume after filling out this application.  Include all relevant information regarding your goals, skills, experience and education. Email your resume.  Please be sure that all of your answers on this application are complete, correct, and truthful as the application will be verified.  Any omission of information, any false or misleading statement, or any failure to disclose facts which, if known, might reflect unfavorably on this application, may result in dismissal even if you are contracted.   Your workload will be based on this information. Over-inflating your skills and tools could result in a redo against you. We want to keep you busy, but we don’t want to book you on a job you aren’t skilled or tooled to complete. 

Information marked with * is required.

PERSONAL INFORMATION


*First Name   *Middle   *Last Name  

*Street Address   *City    *State  

 *Zip Code           *Date of Birth           (MM/DD/YY)

Contact Numbers w/ Area Code  *Home   Cell   Work   

Email 

How did you learn about this opening? 

*Position your applying for  

Have you previously applied for a position at RHR? Yes No (Select One)

Have you previously worked for RHR? Yes No (Select One)    If yes, When  

*Please tell us about yourself ? (50 characters max)

  

*What is your desired pay?    (XX.XX) *What is the min pay you'll accept?   (XX.XX)

*What hours and days can you be available?  

*Can you work Sat or Sun? Yes No (Select One)

What date can you start?  (MM/DD/YY)

*Do you have a current driver’s license? Yes No (Select One)

*Do you have reliable transportation? Yes No (Select One)

YOUR SKILLS


*What make's you qualified for this position? (50 characters max)

List any specialty skills or trades or licenses you have and how many years experience you have in each field? (50 characters max)

*Check Each Box That Applies to Everything You're Skillful At.

INTERIOR PROJECTS
Installing a Shower Door Installing Drop Ceiling Interior Painting  Installing Carpet HVAC Duct Work Repairing Squeaky Floors  Wall Framing Repairing Drywall Repairing Plaster Installing Drywall Taping Drywall Installing Sheet Paneling Removing a Partition Soundproofing Walls Installing a Drywall Ceiling Hanging Wall Coverings Baseboard Installation Removing Old Cabinets Installing New Cabinets Installing Moldings Weather Stripping Windows Installing New Windows Installing Entry Way Doors  Installing a Bi-fold Door Caulking Framing and Hanging a door Install Tile Backer Board Install Molding Install Crown Molding Install Glass Block Installing Ceramic Tile Grouting Installing Vinyl Flooring Install Hardwood Flooring Other
    

EXTERIOR PROJECTS
Power Washing  Exterior Painting Masonry Installing Door Locks Roof Repairs Roof Installs  Repairing Gutters  Installing Gutters  Repairing Stucco Installing Siding Replacing a Patio Door  Installing a Garage Door Opener Installing a Garage Door Repairing Concrete Repairing Asphalt Building a Concrete Walkway Pouring Concrete Steps Patio Construction Installing a mailbox Hauling & Moving Remodeling & Home Improvement Build Deck Stairs  Build Deck Railings Build a Deck Screening a Porch Building a Fence Working with Mortar  Retaining Walls Lawn Care Work Installing Outside Light Fixtures Replace Soffit and Fascia Assemble A Shed Build a Swing Set Other
    

ELECTRICAL PROJECTS
Replace Switch or Outlet Replace Light Fixture Assemble Ceiling Fan Install Bath Fan Change Circuit Breaker Electrical Rough In Install a Doorbell Other
    

PLUMBING PROJECTS
Faucet Repair  Replace a Toilet Replace a Tub Replace Faucet Washers Replace Faucet Assembly Replace Drain Replace Disposal Replace a Sink Install a Dishwasher Replace Toilet Valve Replace Shower Valve Replace Bathroom Wall Tile Troubleshoot Leaks Other
    

*Check Each Box That Applies to Your Tool and Equipment Knowledge.
Riding Lawn Mowers Walking Lawn Mowers Hedgers Weed Whackers  Hot Glue Gun Straight and Extension Ladders  Laminate Trimmer Nail Gun Saber Saw Drills and Bits 25' Tape Measure Reciprocating Saw Sanders   Routers Circular Saw  Layout Tools  Line Levels Caulk Gun Plunger   Chisels Hammers Screwdrivers Pliers Table Saw Clamp Tools Stapling & Riveting Tools Soldering Tools Grout Remover Air Compressor Tile Saw Cement Mixer Hole-Digging Tool Carpet Kicker, Seamer PVC Pipe Cutting Tool Drop Cloths Other
 

Please describe any construction experience you have. (Rate yourself between 1 to 10 with 10 being the highest) (50 characters max)


INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR EDUCATION

Graduate School - give the name and address, month/year attended, your major and did you graduate?



College - give the name and address, month/year attended, your major and did you graduate?



Trade School
- give the name and address, month/year attended, your major and did you graduate?

*High School - give the name and address, month/year attended, your major and did you graduate?


WORK EXPERIENCE

In this section below, please describe your work history in as much detail as possible.  Start with your current, or most recent, employment.   You must complete this section, even if you attach a resume.

EMPLOYER 1

Employer Name   Employer Address 

Phone Number  Your Job Title  

Supervisor Name   Month/Year Employed:  From                to  
(Enter date in this format MM/YY)

Starting Wage$  (XX.XX)  Ending Wage$  (XX.XX)

Duties You Performed: (60 characters max)

Reason for leaving: Please explain (30 characters max)

EMPLOYER 2

Employer Name  Employer Address

Phone Number Your Job Title 

Supervisor Name Month/Year Employed:  From               to  
(Enter date in this format MM/YY)

Starting Wage$    (XX.XX) Ending Wage$    (XX.XX)

Duties You Performed: (60 characters max)

Reason for leaving: Please explain (30 characters max)

EMPLOYER 3

Employer Name   Employer Address 

Phone Number  Your Job Title 

Supervisor Name  Month/Year Employed:  From                to   
(Enter date in this format MM/YY)

Starting Wage$   (XX.XX) Ending Wage$     (XX.XX)

Duties You Performed: (60 characters max)

Reason for leaving: Please explain (30 characters max)

EMPLOYER 4

Employer Name   Employer Address 

Phone Number  Your Job Title 

Supervisor Name Month/Year Employed:  From                to   
(Enter date in this format MM/YY)

Starting Wage$   (XX.XX)  Ending Wage$   (XX.XX)

Duties You Performed: (60 characters max)

Reason for leaving: Please explain (30 characters max)


If your are now employed, why do you want to change your job? (50 characters max)

*Have you ever been fired, dismissed, asked to resign, resigned by mutual agreement, or otherwise been terminated from any job? Yes No (Select One)

If yes, what job and why? (50 characters max)


*Have you ever been convicted of any crime, other than a minor traffic offense including misdemeanors and summary offenses, which has not be annulled, expunged or sealed by a court? Include any military court-martials. A yes answer will not necessarily disqualify you from employment (Select One) Yes No (Select One)

If yes, please explain. Include date of conviction: (50 characters max)



*Are you currently under indictment or charged with a felony? Yes No (Select One)

If yes, please explain (50 characters max)



List any additional skills, certifications, or abilities you would like to highlight (Start with most valued skill): (50 characters max)

*For the purpose of reference checking, provide the names, addresses, contact numbers and relationships of three people, at least two, of which were past supervisors or co-workers in the section below.    Do not list relatives. (60 characters max)


ONLINE INTERVIEW QUESTIONS

1. What are your three greatest strengths? (50 characters max)

2. Name three of your greatest weaknesses? (50 characters max)

3. Do your work better by yourself of as part of a team? (50 characters max)

4. What is the toughest challenge you have to deal with while working in the home improvement field? (50 characters max)

5. How do you deal with conflict? (50 characters max)

6. Working with people can be a real challenge sometimes.  Describe a time when you had problems working with someone? What did you do? What happened? (50 characters max)

7. We all make mistakes, even in our field or expertise.  Give an example of a recent mistake you made in your area of expertise. How did you deal with it? (50 characters max)

8. You've encountered a delay on a project.  What actions can you take to counter the delay?
(50 characters max)



CARPENTRY SKILL QUESTIONS
Answer as many questions as you can

1. Describe the steps involved in laying ceramic tile?
(50 characters max)



2. What is the most common cause of a constantly running toilet?
(50 characters max)



3. How do you stop a dripping faucet?(50 characters max)



4. What gauge of wire do you need to run off a 20-amp breaker?
(50 characters max)



5. On an outlet, which wires do you connect to the brass, silver and the green screws?
(50 characters max)



6. List the steps to install a ceiling fan in a location with out existing power: (50 characters max)



7. List the steps to replace a door knob hole in drywall: (50 characters max)



8. List the steps to replace a door slab: (50 characters max)


9. How do you cut crown molding? (50 characters max)



10. What is the most important thing when laying a new vinyl floor, sheet goods? (50 characters max)



11. What do you consider when determining where to begin a tile floor project?(50 characters max)



12. What type of backer board do you use when tiling a shower with a steam sauna?
(50 characters max)



13. List the steps for re-caulking a shower: (50 characters max)



14. In roofing what is a “square”? (50 characters max)



15. How many bundles of shingles cover a “square”? (50 characters max)

16. Describe the steps involved in painting a bathroom? (50 characters max)


Applicant's Certification and Agreement

PLEASE READ CAREFULLY AND SIGN/MARK THE BOX BELOW IF YOU AGREE TO THESE TERMS OF CONTRACTING

1. Certification of Truthfulness. I verify that the information given by me in the application is true, accurate, and complete. I understand that if I have given any false information on this application or if I have omitted any material facts, I may be disqualified from contracting with the company, or if hired, I may be discharged immediately upon discovery of such false statements or omissions. I authorize investigation of all statements contained in this application as well as a criminal background check.

2. Contracting at Will. I understand that, if hired, my contracting is at-will, meaning that either the RHR or I may terminate the contracting relationship at any time with or without notice and with or without cause. This provision supersedes any oral or written representations to the contrary, unless the written statement is signed by the owner of the company.  I understand that should an employment offer be extended to me and accepted that I will fully adhere to the policies, rules and regulations of employment of RHR. However, I further understand that neither the policies, rules, regulations of employment or anything said during the interview process shall be deemed to constitute the terms of an implied employment contract. I understand that any employment offered is for an indefinite duration and at will and that either I or RHR may terminate my services at any time with or without notice or cause.

3. Limitation on Claims. I agree that any lawsuit against RHR or claim filed with any state or federal agency arising out of my contracting or termination of services, including but not limited to claims arising under State or Federal civil rights statutes, must be brought within the following time limits or be forever barred: (a) for lawsuits or claims requiring a Notice of Right to Sue from the EEOC, within 90 days after the EEOC issues that Notice; or (b) for all other lawsuits, within (i) 180 days of the event(s) giving rise to the claim, or (ii) the time limit specified by statute, whichever is shorter. I waive any statute of limitations that exceeds this time limit.

4. Release of Information from Employers. I hereby authorize my current and former employers to release any information contained in my personnel file or otherwise know by them to RHR in connection with my application for contacting with RHR. I specifically release from liability any current or former employers, their agents, employees, officers or directors, for giving such information to RHR.

5. Authorization to Work. If I am selected for hire, I will be offered contracting services provided I certify and produce applicable documentation that I am authorized to work as required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.

6. Need for Accommodation. If I, due to a physical or mental disability, require an accommodation to perform the job for which I may be selected, I understand that I must give RHR written notice of that need within 182 days after I know or reasonably should have known than an accommodation is needed.  Failure to do so may bar me from alleging that RHR has not accommodated me as required by law.

7. Disclosures and Confidential/Proprietary Information: I agree that the contents of any computer and computer generated data, any RHR property I may be using, and any of my own property I bring onto RHR's premises, may be inspected by RHR at any time it determines there is reasonable cause to do so, and I waive and promise not to make any claims against RHR (or its employees or agents) relating to such inspection. I agree that, except as directed otherwise in writing by RHR, I will not disclose to anyone or use for my own purposes, any of RHR's confidential or proprietary information, either during or after my contracting. I understand and agree that client names and information, financial data, computer information and processes are confidential and proprietary information and I will not make written or other copies or notes regarding these matters except as necessary to perform my job. I agree that if my employment ends, I will deliver to RHR all material of any kind that I have relating to its business, including any such copies or notes. I agree that if any of the above commitments by me is ever found to be legally unenforceable as written, the particular agreement concerned shall be limited to allow its enforcement as far as legally possible.

8. Consideration for Employment: I agree to the above terms of employment if I am employed by RHR. Should I be employed, I understand and agree that these provisions of my contracting can be revised only by a signed contract authorized by a written resolution of RHR, and that no person in RHR has any authority to offer employment other than on an at-will basis as described above. I understand and agree that, except as provided in this application, all compensation, programs, rules, and policies of RHR are subject to exception or change at any time as decided by RHR in its sole discretion. I acknowledge by my signature (or a "Yes" selection if submitted online) that I have been given adequate time to read, complete, and review my application and this certification, and I have knowingly and voluntarily signed below. I have read and understand the items listed in the Application for Employment, including this page, and acknowledge that with my signature (or a "Yes" selection if completed electronically) below.

9. You will not be considered a candidate for a job with us until we have received this application fully completed, where applicable, and agreed to by you.  Although this application may be given consideration, its receipt does not imply that there are open positions or that the applicant will be employed.  RHR reserves its right to withdraw any offer of employment at any time; similarly the applicant has the right to withdraw this application at any time.


For Electronic Submission

Do you agree to the terms outlined in this Employment Application?   Yes No (Select One)

Name:
  

Date:    (MM/DD/YY)

 

Submission of this application electronically constitutes legal signature of applicant

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