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Finding Available Jobs

Browse marketplace job requests in your area

Overview

The BlueClerk marketplace shows job requests from homeowners and businesses looking for contractors. Browse available work, express interest in jobs that match your skills, and grow your customer base.

Accessing the Marketplace

Finding Available Jobs

  1. Log in to your contractor account
  2. Go to "Available Jobs" or "Marketplace" in navigation
  3. Browse the listings of open job requests

What You'll See

Each listing shows:

  • Service type: What kind of work (Plumbing, HVAC, etc.)
  • Location: City, state, ZIP (not exact address)
  • Description: What the homeowner needs
  • Photos: If the homeowner uploaded any
  • Posted date: When it was listed
  • Expires: How long it's open
  • Interest count: How many contractors responded

Filtering Jobs

By Service Type

Filter to see only jobs matching your trades:

  1. Click "Filter" or the filter icon
  2. Select service categories you work in
  3. Apply filters

By Location

Focus on your service area:

  1. Enter ZIP code or city
  2. Set radius (e.g., 25 miles)
  3. See jobs within that range

By Date

Sort or filter by:

  • Newest first
  • Oldest first
  • Expiring soon

Understanding Job Listings

What's Shown (and What's Not)

You can see:

  • Service type needed
  • General location (city, state, ZIP)
  • Work description
  • Photos from homeowner
  • How many contractors expressed interest

Protected until you're hired:

  • Exact street address
  • Homeowner's name
  • Contact information

This protects homeowner privacy until they choose you.

Reading the Description

Look for:

  • Clear explanation of the problem
  • Scope of work expected
  • Any urgency indicators
  • Special requirements

Evaluating Photos

Photos help you:

  • Understand the issue
  • Estimate complexity
  • Know what to expect
  • Prepare materials

Job Quality Indicators

Good Signs

  • Detailed description
  • Clear photos
  • Realistic expectations
  • Reasonable timeline

Watch Out For

  • Vague descriptions ("something's broken")
  • No photos for visual issues
  • Urgent but wants cheapest bid
  • Requests outside normal scope

Marketplace Tips

Be Selective

Don't express interest in everything:

  • Focus on work you're good at
  • Consider travel distance
  • Think about scheduling fit

Act Quickly

Good jobs get attention:

  • Check marketplace regularly
  • Express interest promptly
  • Respond to messages quickly

Quality Over Quantity

Building reputation matters:

  • Do great work
  • Communicate well
  • Follow through on commitments

Common Questions

Q: How often are new jobs posted? A: Continuously as homeowners create requests. Check regularly for new opportunities.

Q: Why can't I see the exact address? A: Addresses are protected until you're hired, preventing unwanted contact.

Q: Can I save jobs to review later? A: Currently, you should express interest if interested. Jobs may be filled quickly.

Q: What if I don't see jobs in my area? A: Check your filter settings. If there aren't many, it may be a newer market area.

Q: Do I get notified of new jobs? A: Notification settings may allow alerts for jobs matching your services and area.

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