Checklist before hiring your first technician
Hiring your first tech changes how you run the business. Sort these basics first.
- Know your real labor cost. Wages plus payroll taxes, insurance, vehicle and tools, not just the hourly rate.
- Check licensing rules. Some trades require supervision or a license holder on site. Verify with your licensing board.
- Set up payroll and workers' comp. Talk to your accountant and insurance agent before the first day.
- Define the job role. What they can quote, install and sign off on alone.
- Plan the schedule. Make sure there is enough booked work to keep them busy.
- Write down your standards. Photos, cleanup, customer communication and how jobs are closed out.
Common questions
Should I hire an employee or use a subcontractor?
Classification rules are strict and vary by state. Verify with your attorney or accountant.
How do I know I have enough work?
Look at your booked jobs and recurring customers for the next several weeks.
See also the contractor guides and free tools.
General information, not legal or financial advice. Verify with your attorney or accountant.
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