Creating a Job Manually

When to Use Manual Creation

The manual job form is ideal when you:

• Have very specific requirements that benefit from structured input
• Are posting a technical or niche service where the AI might misclassify the category
• Want to carefully review and set each field individually
• Are duplicating a previous job with minor adjustments
• Prefer a traditional form-based interface over a chat

Both the AI assistant and manual form produce identical job listings — the difference is only in how you create them.

Step 1: Choose a Service Category

Begin by selecting the service category that best describes your job:

1. Click Post a Job → Create Manually
2. Browse the category list (Cleaning, Handyman, Caregiving, Gardening, Moving, etc.)
3. Select a subcategory for more precision (e.g., under Cleaning: Regular Cleaning, Deep Cleaning, Move-Out Cleaning)

Choosing the right category is important — providers filter available jobs by their service categories, so an incorrect category will result in fewer or irrelevant applications.

Step 2: Job Title and Description

Write a clear, descriptive title and description:

Title (required): Keep it under 80 characters and include the key task — e.g., "Deep clean of 2-bedroom apartment, 4 hours"

Description (required): Describe the scope of work in detail. Include:

• What areas or items need attention
• Any specific instructions or preferences
• Materials you will provide vs. what the provider should bring
• Accessibility information (stairs, locked gate, parking)
• Whether pets are present

A detailed description reduces misunderstandings and attracts better-matched providers.

Step 3: Set Your Schedule

Choose when you need the job done:

• Date: Pick a specific date from the calendar, or select Flexible if you have a range of available dates
• Time: Choose a start time or select Flexible
• Duration: Estimate how many hours the job will take
• Urgency: Toggle Urgent if you need the job done within 24–48 hours — urgent jobs display a badge that increases visibility

Providers will apply with their available dates, so being flexible on timing usually results in more applications.

Step 4: Set Your Budget

Set a budget that reflects fair market rates:

• Minimum rate: The lowest hourly rate you are willing to pay
• Maximum rate: The highest you are prepared to pay
• Fixed price: If you prefer a flat total rather than hourly

HelperGen's platform minimum is $15/hour. Average rates vary by service type — cleaning typically $20–$40/hour, handyman $30–$60/hour, caregiving $25–$45/hour. Providers propose their rate when applying, so your budget sets expectations.

Step 5: Location and Photos

Location: Enter the full address where the job will take place. Start typing and select from the autocomplete suggestions. Your exact address is only revealed to a provider after you hire them — before that, only your general neighbourhood is shown.

Photos (optional but recommended): Upload images to show the scope of work. For example, photos of the rooms to be cleaned, the item to be repaired, or the garden to be maintained. Supported formats: JPEG, PNG, WebP. You can categorize photos (Before, Reference, After).

Step 6: Review and Post

Before publishing:

1. Review the complete job summary on the confirmation screen
2. Check the Gen Points cost (free for jobs under $120; 25, 50, or 100 points for larger budgets)
3. Confirm your Gen Points balance is sufficient (shown on screen)
4. Click Publish Job

Your job goes live immediately. You can edit any detail after posting as long as no provider has been accepted yet.

Gen Points and Job Cost

Publishing a job costs Gen Points based on your maximum budget:

Gen Points are deducted when you click Publish. If you cancel a job before hiring a provider, your Gen Points are not refunded — plan your budget carefully. You receive 5 Gen Points back after each completed job.