Join the NorTech Provider Network

Earn on Your Schedule Across the Bay Area

Be your own boss. Accept the jobs you want, set your own availability, and get paid fast. Handyman work, or a licensed trade like electrical, plumbing, or general contracting — NorTech now dispatches real licensed-contractor jobs too, not just small repairs. NorTech brings you the clients, the booking platform, and the payments — you keep control of your work.

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Independent contractor opportunity · No fees to apply · Bay Area cities

Ways to Use NorTech

Choose your path

Pick one to get started — you can turn on the other modes anytime from your dashboard, no second application needed.

NorTech Provider Network (Residential)

Claim NorTech-booked jobs — from handyman work up to licensed-contractor projects like remodels and panel upgrades if you're licensed. We bring the customer, handle billing and scheduling — you do the work.

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NorTech Facilities (Commercial)

Weekly building coverage and mobile visits for commercial janitorial and facilities work. Get picked for a station, run a route, or take one-off jobs.

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NorTech Leads

Contact real homeowner leads in your area for free — you're only charged if they reply — and run the job your own way. No subscription, ever.

See opportunities →

Job-board providers can turn on leads, and leads-only pros can turn on job-board claiming, right from their portal settings.

Why pros choose the Provider Network

The work, without the headaches

No fees to get matched

Pay nothing to get matched with NorTech-booked jobs. Keep what you earn. (The separate Leads path above works differently — free to contact, you're only charged if they reply.)

Zero overhead

We handle billing, scheduling, and disputes — you focus on the work.

Steady Bay Area work

Real local jobs come to you — no cold calling, no chasing leads.

Flat-rate, no haggling

Jobs are priced up front. You just do great work and get paid.

How it works

Three steps to your first job

Apply

Tell us your trades and coverage area, then complete a quick background check and identity verification. Most applications are reviewed within a few days.

Get Matched

Set your availability and the zones you cover. We surface nearby jobs that fit — you review the scope and flat-rate payout, then accept the ones you want.

Get Paid

Complete the work, upload before/after photos, and your share lands in your balance — free weekly payouts via Stripe, or instant cash-out anytime for a small fee. No invoicing, no chasing checks.

You're in control

You run your own business

Every job — and every week of facility coverage — is something you choose to accept. Nothing recurs automatically or is forced on you. You set your availability, work for yourself — NorTech provides the platform, clients, and payment processing.

Set your own availability

Work as much or as little as you want.

Accept only what you want

No forced assignments, ever.

Use your own methods

You decide how the work gets done.

Keep your independence

Work with other platforms and your own clients.

The bar

The standard customers count on

NorTech sends real work to pros who deliver a great experience. Every pro on the platform commits to:

Show up on time and prepared, with your basic tools and supplies

Do code-compliant, professional work — no shortcuts

Communicate honestly and respectfully — no discrimination, no pressure upsells

Protect the home — drop cloths, shoe covers, and a clean finish

Work safely — proper PPE and hazard-free work areas

Keep client info private, and run quotes, scheduling & payment through NorTech

Who we're looking for

Is NorTech right for you?

We're looking for skilled professionals with real experience who deliver consistent, high-quality work and a seamless client experience — handyman generalists and licensed trades (electrical, plumbing, HVAC, general contracting) alike. If the traits below sound like you — apply.

Proven expertise

Real, documented experience in your trade — your work speaks for itself, backed by verifiable history and references.

Professional at heart

You treat every client with respect, show up on time, and leave the job site cleaner than you found it.

Quality-driven

You don't cut corners. You do it right the first time, to standard, and make sure the client's satisfied before you call it done.

Reliable & accountable

You honor your commitments, communicate proactively when things change, and stand behind your work.

Fully equipped

You arrive with the tools and basic supplies to complete the job — preparedness is part of the professional standard.

Growth-minded

You're building a reputation, not chasing quick gigs — you want consistent, well-paid work that rewards quality over time.

A real bar. Every applicant passes a comprehensive background check and must have verifiable experience and credentials in their trade, plus their own business insurance. NorTech isn't for amateurs — it's for skilled professionals who know their craft and are ready to work on their terms.

What you'll need

Requirements to join

Proven experience

Real, documented experience in your trade — verifiable history and references. NorTech is for skilled pros, not amateurs.

Business insurance

Your own general-liability (business) insurance — $1M coverage — so every job you take is protected.

Background check

A clean, current background check is required before your first job.

Your own tools & supplies

You bring and maintain your own tools and basic supplies — clients are never asked to provide equipment.

Your own vehicle

Reliable transportation to reach jobs across your chosen zones.

Proof of identity

Valid government-issued ID for identity verification.

W-9 on file

You are paid as an independent contractor (1099) — a completed W-9 is required.

Affordable coverage

Affordable coverage, easy to get when you join

Business insurance is one of the requirements to join. If you don't already carry your own, NorTech gives independent trade pros access to affordable business / general-liability coverage — easy to get when you onboard, powered by ERGO NEXT.

NorTech Coverage

in partnership with ERGO NEXT Insurance

Don't carry business insurance yet? NorTech partners with ERGO NEXT Insurance. If you need general-liability coverage, you can request a quote directly from ERGO NEXT Insurance. As an independent contractor you choose and carry your own coverage; NorTech Coverage provides access to a partner carrier as a convenience.

Get a quote from ERGO NEXT Insurance →

Coverage is optional and underwritten by ERGO NEXT Insurance. Providers are independent contractors responsible for their own insurance — NorTech Coverage provides access as a convenience only. NorTech may receive compensation when you get a quote through our partner links.

Questions

Frequently asked questions

No. You accept only the opportunities you want — there are no forced assignments and no penalty for passing on a job.

Your earnings land in your balance when you complete a job and pay out to your bank free every week (via Stripe). Need it sooner? Cash out instantly anytime for a small fee.

Yes. You are an independent contractor and are free to work for other platforms, take your own clients, and run your own business.

NorTech connects clients and providers across the Bay Area, from San Francisco to Morgan Hill and Atherton to Concord.

No. There is no minimum. Work as much or as little as you choose — your availability is entirely up to you.

A passed background check, your own tools and reliable vehicle, valid proof of identity, and a completed W-9. Once approved, you can start accepting jobs in your zones.

Didn’t find your answer? Nova, our AI assistant, is in the chat bubble in the bottom-right corner and can help anytime.

Ready to work on your terms?

Apply today and start accepting jobs that fit your schedule across the Bay Area.

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