“If you know which end of a wrench is which, this job is for you! Under the watchful gaze of the Property Owner, bodge and fix up things to your heart’s (and cash flow’s) delight!”
🧪 Career Overview
- Pack: For Rent Expansion Pack
- Type: Part-Time Career (Teen & Older)
- Work From Home: Yes
- Skills Used: Handiness, Gardening
- Ideal Mood: Focused
The Handyperson career is perfect for Sims who love tinkering and fixing things.
It’s especially useful for Sims managing rental properties, offering steady income while letting you develop practical skills.
🧭 How to Join the Career
- Open your Sim’s phone or computer.
- Select Find a Job.
- Choose Handyperson under the part-time job listings.
📈 Career Levels & Promotions
| Level | Title | Hourly Pay | Promotion Tasks | Rewards |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Able Tinkerer | §20/hr | Reach Level 2 Gardening Skill Reach Level 3 Handiness Skill | None |
| 2 | Hotshot Helper | §47/hr | Reach Level 4 Gardening Skill Reach Level 6 Handiness Skill | §200 Bonus New Clothes in Create-a-Sim |
| 3 | Prime Fixer-Upper | §78/hr | None (final level) | §200 Bonus New Clothes in Create-a-Sim Resourceful Repairer Trait |
🛠️ Daily Tasks
✅ Repair Objects — Click on broken household items and select Repair.
✅ Upgrade Appliances — Improve the performance of items through upgrades.
Completing these tasks improves job performance and helps secure promotions.
🎓 Skill Requirements
- Handiness Skill:
- Level 3 for promotion to Hotshot Helper
- Level 6 for promotion to Prime Fixer-Upper
- Gardening Skill:
- Level 2 for promotion to Hotshot Helper
- Level 4 for promotion to Prime Fixer-Upper
Working on these skills not only boosts your career but makes your Sim more self-sufficient.
💡 Tips & Strategy
✨ Keep your Sim in a Focused mood for the best work performance.
✨ Practice upgrading or repairing even outside of work to build Handiness faster.
✨ Incorporate gardening during off-hours to meet skill goals for promotions.
✨ Use the Work From Home option if managing a busy household or rentals.
🐛 Glitches & Quirks
⚠️ Work From Home Pay Issue: Some players have noticed occasional missed payments when completing work-from-home tasks.
To avoid issues, make sure tasks are fully completed and marked before ending the workday.
❤️ Final Thoughts
The Handyperson career is a fun, flexible part-time job that suits Sims who enjoy hands-on tasks.
It’s an excellent addition for players who own rental lots or want a Sim with practical, problem-solving skills. Whether for storytelling or steady income, this career delivers both charm and challenge!
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