Fireplace Installation Technician

Job Details Brief Description: This is an on-the-job training program to become a certified chimney sweep and fireplace installer. A successful candidate for this position has an interest in the basics of electrical, gas, and carpentry, and can read and understand manuals. The first 6-12 months of this program is designed for learning while on the job. Within this first year, a candidate must be available for a week-long training at the Chimney Sweep Institute in Plainfield, Indiana as well as a week-long training at a fireplace training (location and dates tbd). This is a two-year program, which means if a candidate would leave the organization before the completion of the program, they would need to reimburse Schlemmer’s for their Chimney Sweep school & fireplace training. Candidate must be available to work a minimum of 5 full days a week (8:00 – 4:00 pm) as well as some Saturdays (8:45 – 1:15) during heating season. Upon completion of the first year and successfully completing Chimney Sweep Institute training, a pay increase would occur. We are looking for a person who is not afraid of heights, is detail oriented and thorough, and comfortable with power tools, has a positive attitude, and self-motivated. Installations range daily between wood/gas/and pellet stoves/inserts/fireplaces. Responsibilities Learn to install fireplace units according to safety requirements, standards, and codeStay up to date on current technologies and productsProperly connect units into gas lines, venting, and hook upsProperly and efficiently document installationsReview upcoming jobs, pull jobs for the coming week, and meet regularly with Project ManagerResponsible for company work vehicle, tools, and equipment inventory, and ensuring it is clean and organizedLearns and complies to installation codes, knowledgeable in level 1 and 2 chimney inspectionsLearns to identify chimney hazards including chimney firesWorks well on a team and is a good communicator to both team and customersUses technology provided to keep on top of jobs, records, upload findings, and communicate with teamHas a positive attitudeAll other duties required Qualifications & Requirements Become certified chimney sweep within first yearAttend weeklong factory training (out of state) within the first yearPhysical ability to lift and maneuver heavy object and materialsValid Driver’s License with decent motor vehicle recordMust be comfortable climbing onto roofs and working at heights of 20-50 feet. Working on and in chimneys. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $19-25/hr Work Authorization United States (Required) Apply Here Today!