I.O. Collective Co. · Opportunities

Run something.
Build something.
Be part of it.

This page is for people who want to work — either by running one of these business concepts yourself, or by taking on contractor work inside an operation that's already active.

Bought or licensed a concept from the Ventures page and need to hire someone to run it? Email theiocollectiveco@gmail.com directly — that's a different conversation than this page.

Looking to hire I.O. Collective Co.? Services page →  ·  Looking to acquire a business concept? Ventures page →

What brings you here

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I want to operate a business

You're looking for a concept to run — either one you've already acquired from the Ventures page, or one that's currently available for an operator. You bring the drive and capacity to run it. The framework is already built.

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I want to take on contractor work

You're looking for independent contractor roles within an active or upcoming operation — specific tasks, defined scope, paid per job or per arrangement. No full business ownership required.

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Operator roles

Concepts looking for the right operator

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Looking to operate one of these yourself? These are concepts that are fully built but don't have an operator running them yet. Apply below and reference the concept you're interested in.

Steady Lane Support

Operating Manager

Forming now

Steady Lane Support is a mobile, non-mechanical vehicle support service for gig drivers, Turo hosts, and small fleets. The framework — service scope, operations manual, role structure, decision tree, pay policy, compliance framework — is already built. The Operating Manager runs daily operations without performing field services.

What the role covers

  • Validate service requests and confirm scope eligibility
  • Schedule and dispatch support technicians
  • Review documentation after each job
  • Handle customer communication and quality control
  • Escalate incidents and file reports per protocol
  • Enforce service boundaries — no mechanical work, ever

What you bring

  • Organized, reliable — able to manage a schedule and people
  • Clear communicator with customers and contractors
  • Houston-area based or able to operate in the Houston market
  • No mechanical background required — the framework handles scope

Compensation

Weekly flat rate, volume-based. Defined in the pay policy document. Not commission-based. Not per-job.

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ESSNTLS

Vending Operator

Forming now

ESSNTLS is a curated essentials vending concept positioned as a silent amenity in luxury hotel environments. The pitch materials, brand identity, product lineup, and placement strategy are built. The operator manages machine placement, restocking, and hotel relationships.

  • Manage relationships with hotel and property contacts
  • Restock inventory on schedule
  • Monitor machine performance and escalate issues
  • Maintain the professional positioning of the brand on-site
Houston-based · Details discussed on inquiry

The Reclaim District

District House Operator

Coming — planning stage

The Reclaim District is a shoppable home concept combining furniture resale, staging, experiential retail, and content creation. The District House Operator manages walk-throughs, inventory, and the customer experience within the showroom space.

  • Manage daily customer walk-throughs and sales
  • Coordinate with sourcing, restoration, and staging contractors
  • Track inventory movement and Room Kit availability
  • Maintain the District House environment and experience
Houston launch · Interest noted for when active

Lunch Break Level Up

Concept Operator — Brows, Nails, or Touch

Available for acquisition + operation

The Lunch Break Level Up umbrella includes Lunch Break Brows, Lunch Break Nails, and Lunch Break Touch. Each expression is a standalone service concept designed around delivering professional beauty results in a 30–60 minute window. The concept, brand, and positioning are built.

  • Licensed or skilled in the relevant service category
  • Mobile or able to operate in a short-appointment format
  • Client-facing — the brand relies on the operator's professional presence
  • Houston-area or target market identified
Purchase or license required — see Ventures page

Contractor roles

Independent work within active operations

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These are defined, scope-limited roles — not full operator positions. Contractors work within an existing operation, perform approved tasks, and are paid per job or per arrangement. No business ownership involved.

Steady Lane Support

Support Technician

Forming now

Independent contractor · Per job

Performs approved non-mechanical vehicle support services: jump starts, spare tire changes, non-destructive lockout assistance, light interior cleaning, visual inspections, and photo documentation.

Scope: Strictly non-mechanical. No diagnostics, no repairs. Scope violations are grounds for immediate removal.

Pay: Flat rate per completed job. Defined in pay policy. Paid weekly.

Location: Houston, TX · Mobile

The Reclaim District

Sourcing Contractor

Coming — planning stage

Independent contractor · Per find

Locates and evaluates furniture inventory at estate sales, auctions, storage unit liquidations, and similar sources. Reports on condition, dimensions, and acquisition cost before any purchase is made.

Scope: Sourcing and reporting only. No purchasing authority without approval.

Location: Houston area

The Reclaim District

Restoration Contractor

Coming — planning stage

Independent contractor · Per piece

Cleans, repairs, and prepares sourced furniture for staging. Works to a defined standard — the goal is restoration to presentable condition, not full refinishing unless specified.

Scope: Restoration only. No pricing authority or client contact.

Location: Houston area · Some mobile

The Reclaim District

Staging Contractor

Coming — planning stage

Independent contractor · Per room

Designs and arranges rooms within the District House and Room Kits. Works from inventory on hand to create fully staged environments that are shoppable, photographable, and experience-driven.

Scope: Staging and arrangement only. No purchasing authority.

Location: Houston, TX

The Reclaim District

Logistics Contractor

Coming — planning stage

Independent contractor · Per run

Handles pickup, transportation, and delivery of sourced and restored furniture between locations. Coordinates with sourcing and restoration contractors on timing and priority.

Requirements: Access to a truck or cargo vehicle. Ability to handle large items safely.

Location: Houston area

All Operations

Content Creator

Open now

Independent contractor · Per project or retainer

Creates content for active operations and For The Collective — photos, short video, Reels, TikTok clips. Captures work in process, before/after documentation, and brand-aligned visual content.

Scope: Content creation only. No client communication or brand decisions.

Format: Per project or ongoing monthly arrangement.

Location: Houston, TX · Some remote possible

Apply

Tell me what you're bringing.

Whether you're applying for an operator role or a contractor position — or both — the form on the right captures what's needed to move forward. Every application gets a direct response.

If you acquired a concept from the Ventures page

Select "Operator — concept already acquired" and name the concept in the form. I'll connect you with qualified applicants from the pool or help you structure the operator search depending on what's needed.

Response within 24–48 hours

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