Originally Posted by TheMosker-Behrs (Post 2374186)

New homeowner just south of Spanish Springs needs cheap labor to help rake up leaves and small branches around my yard, and sweep out the garage, bagging the materials afterwards. There are no large limbs or branches, just dried bits and pieces everywhere.

The person need not be experienced, only needs common sense, ability to follow directions and work fairly quickly.

I am only in town a few days, and have no tools here except a broom and dust pan. Will pay cash. Prefer an ordinary young person needing extra cash, not a contractor.

This is my first post on here so I hope I can figure out how to see replies!

Originally Posted by Shipping up to Boston (Post 2374226)

Agree with reaching out to the high school for student assistance. Just ignore those...that will post about lawsuits, injuries, Workman Comp insurance, lawyers etc. This is a perfectly suited activity for a teenager and as stated, start at the HS

Originally Posted by TheMosker-Behrs (Post 2374248)

I was thinking more like $15-20/hour tax free... Know anybody?

Originally Posted by Topspinmo (Post 2374258)

I looks up all tools you need at Walmart. Rake 20 bucks, large trash can 20 bucks, work gloves 8 bucks. 58 bucks plus tax.

Originally Posted by Shipping up to Boston (Post 2374261)

She has a herniated disc. But it’s a good point. A teenager isn’t gonna arrive with said tools unless instructed.

OP
If you’re not having luck with the charter school, maybe reach out to a local church. Make it known that you’re looking for a school aged worker...

Originally Posted by TheMosker-Behrs (Post 2374186)

New homeowner just south of Spanish Springs needs cheap labor to help rake up leaves and small branches around my yard, and sweep out the garage, bagging the materials afterwards. There are no large limbs or branches, just dried bits and pieces everywhere.

The person need not be experienced, only needs common sense, ability to follow directions and work fairly quickly.

I am only in town a few days, and have no tools here except a broom and dust pan. Will pay cash. Prefer an ordinary young person needing extra cash, not a contractor.

This is my first post on here so I hope I can figure out how to see replies!

Originally Posted by OrangeBlossomBaby (Post 2374298)

If I was up there and didn't have a skin graft sewn to my nose and still healing I'd offer to do it for $20, and I'd bring my own tools. Unfortunately I'm 4 hours away right now and won't be back til next week. And the whole "open wound on the face" thing makes me a bit nervous about stirring up dust and debris.

Originally Posted by Topspinmo (Post 2374258)

I looks up all tools you need at Walmart. Rake 20 bucks, large trash can 20 bucks, trash bags 12 bucks, work gloves 8 bucks. 70 bucks plus tax. Added benefit, you get keep tools. IMO really not worth for somebody to drive over there for you estimated 40 mins. Work based on hourly wage. Most jobs around here are contracted. When means they added in the cost of transportation, tools, and time.

Originally Posted by Ele201 (Post 2374339)

Agree, the OP stated “$15 - $20 per hour,” which sounded fair. But then, the job takes : “under 40 minutes.” Offer not as good when put that way. I would think a kid would want $15-$20 just for coming over. And then he might have to bring over his own tools.

What about a neighbor? Someone retired, in good shape, interested in helping another Villager?

Originally Posted by Shipping up to Boston (Post 2374341)

All good points...
I recommended the HS or a church since OP asked for non contractors. But at this stage, maybe opening it up to a neighbor in ‘FL friendliest hometown’ is the way to go. Agree that it should be a flat rate for the ‘40 minutes’.

Originally Posted by MollyJo (Post 2374431)

Hopefully a young person even 20’s will see or hear about your need & anxious for extra $$. $20~$25 per hour would be a nice rate for you & the worker. A professional would charge $200+

Originally Posted by sully1 (Post 2374396)

Go grab the girl with her dog at Lowe’s on 441.She’s always looking for money. GOOD LUCK!

Originally Posted by OrangeBlossomBaby (Post 2374370)

I was hoping my post wishing that I could do this for the OP would inspire other Villagers to chime in with actual offers to help.

Instead, I was chided by someone for telling people why I was unable to help.

"Friendliest Home Town" my left butt cheek.

Originally Posted by TheMosker-Behrs (Post 2374186)

New homeowner just south of Spanish Springs needs cheap labor to help rake up leaves and small branches around my yard, and sweep out the garage, bagging the materials afterwards. There are no large limbs or branches, just dried bits and pieces everywhere.

The person need not be experienced, only needs common sense, ability to follow directions and work fairly quickly.

I am only in town a few days,
and have no tools here except a broom and dust pan. Will pay cash. Prefer an ordinary young person needing extra cash, not a contractor.

This is my first post on here so I hope I can figure out how to see replies!

Originally Posted by TheMosker-Behrs (Post 2374186)

New homeowner just south of Spanish Springs needs cheap labor to help rake up leaves and small branches around my yard, and sweep out the garage, bagging the materials afterwards. There are no large limbs or branches, just dried bits and pieces everywhere.

The person need not be experienced, only needs common sense, ability to follow directions and work fairly quickly.

I am only in town a few days, and have no tools here except a broom and dust pan. Will pay cash. Prefer an ordinary young person needing extra cash, not a contractor.

This is my first post on here so I hope I can figure out how to see replies!

Originally Posted by TheMosker-Behrs (Post 2374186)

...need cheap labor to help rake up leaves and small branches around my yard, and sweep out the garage, bagging the materials afterwards. There are no large limbs or branches, just dried bits and pieces everywhere. Prefer an ordinary young person needing extra cash, not a contractor. [/I]

Originally Posted by MollyJo (Post 2374431)

Hopefully a young person even 20’s will see or hear about your need & anxious for extra $$. $20~$25 per hour would be a nice rate for you & the worker. A professional would charge $200+

Originally Posted by OrangeBlossomBaby (Post 2374298)

If I was up there and didn't have a skin graft sewn to my nose and still healing I'd offer to do it for $20, and I'd bring my own tools. Unfortunately I'm 4 hours away right now and won't be back til next week. And the whole "open wound on the face" thing makes me a bit nervous about stirring up dust and debris.