I simply (with some helpers) wiped down the floor with lacquer thinner to clean it really good and even it out a little and then applied a thick coat of satin poly (still looks shiny, but you can't see up anyone's skirt).

I've considered just deleting my membership because I get so mad at trying to be an honest helper and getting my posts deleted. 

An Electrical Contractor using a helper should have that done in one day, then another 4 hrs for drywall patch and paint.

I even spend more time on the roof than any of my helpers when replacing one. 

Any help @Eric James

First, I want to say, I will be attending school to become either a plumber, plumber's helper, or an HVAC installer very soon (I'm thinking HVAC installer) so I'll be initially working a full time job when I begin my investing journey.

Of course being where I'm at, and being eager for the experience, It would even benefit me to assist said landlord as a handyman/groundskeeper/property management assistant/trainee/intern/helper-person-guy to any adjacent or local properties as well.   

My GC is reasonable (I think he and a helper are $60/hour (for both of them total)). 

Thanks for the help,-Eric

If you are not bringing some kind of value to your prospective helper, you essentially have your hand out asking for free money.