Step 1: Define Required Skills
Identify the specific skills necessary for the job.
Step 2: Decide Between Employee or Sub-contractor
Identify the specific skills necessary for the job.
Employees (W-2)
Pros:
Higher chance of retaining them long-term
Increased job satisfaction
Cons:
Need to provide consistent work, even in slower seasons
Must pay during slow periods
Independent Contractors (1099)
Pros:
No responsibility for their taxes
Flexibility to release them during the off-season
Cons:
Constant need to find new installers
Potential lack of loyalty
May seek opportunities with competitors
Step 3: Determine Payment Method
Hourly or Salary
Pros:
Ideal for W-2 employees
Cons:
Lacks incentive for quick completion
By the Foot or By the Job
Pros:
Fixed costs simplify budgeting
Encourages faster work from contractors
Cons:
Risk of compromised quality due to speed
May seek higher-paying opportunities
Step 4: Find good installers
Good Sources
Online job platforms: Indeed, ZipRecruiter, Craigslist, Monster, Facebook, Glassdoor
Local online media listings
Offline Advertising
Paid and free newspapers
Radio or late-night TV
Billboards or signs
Foreign-language media
Leverage your network:
Promote internally
Offer referral incentives to employees
Ask friends and family
Inform customers
Consult with contractors and suppliers
Step 5: Write a Benefit-Focused Ad
Headline:
Make it compelling. For example, instead of “Hiring fence installers,” use “Hiring fence installers up to $18/hour M-F w/benefits.”
Benefits:
Highlight wages, hours, benefits, and working conditions.
Requirements:
Be specific to filter out unqualified candidates. Mention experience, types of fences, power tools, and physical demands.
Sell Them on You:
Explain why your company is the best choice. Mention your business longevity, typical job locations, and customer types.
Apply:
Simplify the application process. For a sample of installer ads, visit Indeed. Independent Contractors (1099)
Pros:
No responsibility for their taxes
Flexibility to release them during the off-season
Cons:
Constant need to find new installers
Potential lack of loyalty
May seek opportunities with competitors
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