PROUDLY SERVING DARIEN, ROWAYTON & NEW CANAAN
Become an Independent Partner
Flexible, paid work for vetted helpers and non-licensed subcontractors—operate under Maywood's supervision, with fast payment and steady referrals.
Work is subcontracted under Maywood's CT HIC #0703031; Independent Partners do not contract directly with clients.
Who Qualifies
This track is ideal for skilled helpers and light-duty service providers who do not hold a Connecticut trade license.
Projects requiring a CT trade license (electrical, plumbing, HVAC, pesticide application, etc.) are assigned to licensed contractors.
How It Works
Apply & Get Verified
Tell us about your skills and availability. We run a quick background check for safety.
Accept Jobs
We send you clear work orders with photos, scope, and timing. You focus on the work; we handle client billing.
Get Paid Fast
Mark jobs complete in the app; payment typically processes within 7–10 business days per our ICA.
Benefits
Steady Leads
A pipeline of high-quality, local work.
Simple Work Orders
Clear scopes, photos, and instructions.
Fast Payment
Streamlined invoicing via our platform.
Maywood Oversight
You're supported by a responsive GC team.
Requirements
- Proof of identity and right to work; W-9 (or W-8BEN if applicable).
- Insurance preferred; for low-risk work, a performance bond may be accepted if specified in your Work Order.
- Acceptance of Independent Contractor Agreement (ICA).
- Follow safety rules, property-respect standards, and scope directions on each job.
Compliance & Scope
Independent Partners perform subcontracted services under Maywood's CT Home Improvement Contractor registration (HIC #0703031). Independent Partners do not contract directly with clients. Licensed work (e.g., electrical, plumbing, HVAC, pesticide application) is not assigned to this track.
Insurance: While insurance is preferred, certain low-risk projects may be permitted with a performance bond if specified in the Work Order. Workers' compensation and auto liability may still be required where applicable.
Sales tax handling: Subcontractors invoice Maywood without charging CT sales tax; Maywood bills the client and remits any applicable sales tax.
Non-circumvention: All client communication and billing run through Maywood per the ICA.
What You'll Do / What You Won't Do
You May Do
- Non-licensed light repairs & punch-lists
- Prep work for licensed teams
- Yard care, cleanups, and seasonal décor (non-structural)
- Cleaning, tidying, and basic organization
You Won't Do
- Licensed trade work (electrical, plumbing, HVAC, etc.)
- Regrading or pesticide application
- Structural modifications
- Any scope that requires a permit or licensed trade
Pay & Invoicing
Payment Terms: Net-30 from job completion logging unless otherwise stated.
Workflow: You mark the job complete in the platform; we verify and process payment promptly.
No direct client billing: All billing flows through Maywood.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a CT trade license?
Not for this track. Independent Partners handle non-licensed, low-risk scopes. Licensed work is assigned to licensed contractors.
Do I need my own insurance?
Insurance is preferred. For certain low-risk scopes, a performance bond may be accepted if specified. Workers' compensation and auto liability may still apply depending on your situation.
How does tax work?
You invoice Maywood without charging CT sales tax; Maywood collects and remits sales tax on the client invoice where applicable.
Can I talk directly to the client?
All communication and billing run through Maywood. If a client reaches out, route it back to us per the ICA.
What if a job looks like it needs a licensed trade?
Pause and escalate to Maywood. We'll route a licensed contractor and adjust the scope.
How fast do I get paid?
Typically 7–10 business days after completion is logged and verified, subject to standard Net-30 terms.
Can I move to the Licensed Contractors track later?
Yes. If you obtain the required license(s) and insurance, we can review and update your track.
Ready to Get Started?
Join Maywood's network of Independent Partners and start receiving quality work orders today.