Volunteer Handyperson

Are you good with a drill and screwdriver?                                          

Do you have a few hours to spare with light tasks?

We are looking for a handy person to undertake general household repairs and fittings for Crisis members as they move into accommodation.

What will I be doing?

You will support members in person with tasks including but not limited to:

Repairing and maintaining:

• Patching and repairing damage / holes in walls
• Replacing carpet rails if damaged or missing
• Second hand furniture may need some basic strengthening / repair
• Basic room decoration 

Basic plumbing issues

• Changing tap washer – leaky / dripping tap
• Making sure member knows where to find the stop cock
• Unblocking u-bend on sinks

Simple electrical issues

• Changing plugs on appliances or checking the fuse
• Making sure member knows where to find the fuse box

Installing basic amenities 

• Having a drill, screwdrivers, screws, nails, raw plugs, basic tools etc
• Measuring space and hanging curtains or installing a curtain rail and curtains 
• Hanging pictures / mirrors / hooks / door number
• Changing height of shelving in kitchen cupboards / other cupboards to better suit the individual.
• Putting together flat pack furniture or second-hand furniture that had to be dismantled for delivery