Independent Contractor – Outdoor Structure Installer
About the role
We are looking for reliable, experienced Independent Contractor Installers to install high-quality, pre-cut cedar pergolas, pavilions, decks, and other outdoor structures at residential and commercial job sites. Earn a base fee of at least $500 for every completed structure you install. Larger and more complex projects can pay more, and additional incentives provide even more earning potential. Most of our simple projects only take one day to complete.
Who We Are
Backyard Products has made America’s backyard a beloved “staycation destination” since 1975, and we’re passionate about what we do! Backyard Products is the parent company of the two companies listed below.
- Lawn Master Outdoor Living provides custom, high-end pergolas and pavilions for customers who want to add a “wow factor” to their outdoor living space. As an award-winning partner of The Home Depot for more than a decade, we provide the ultimate outdoor living experience with our robust premium timber shade structures and unique custom designs.
- Big Timber Structures was born out of the need for quality American-made timber carports, gazebos, pergolas, and pavilions with a direct-to-consumer approach. We have created a superior-crafted product and consistently provide an unrivaled customer experience to homeowners and business owners across the country.
Guaranteed Base
Installers earn at least $500 per completed structure, with the opportunity to earn significantly more based on the size, scope, options, and efficiency of each project.
Additional Earning Opportunities
- $500+ base pay per completed structure
- Additional compensation for customer-selected options
- Travel per diem
- Efficiency incentives
- Customer satisfaction incentives
- Higher compensation for larger structures and higher-volume projects
More Jobs = More Earning Potential
The more efficiently you install, the more projects you can complete. Your earning potential increases with the number and size of structures you install.
Pay
Once all required project documentation is submitted, installers are typically paid weekly.
Responsibilities
- Install pre-cut cedar pergolas, pavilions, decks, and other outdoor structures
- Follow company designs, specifications, and installation practices
- Complete projects efficiently while maintaining high-quality workmanship
- Professionally communicate with homeowners and business customers
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe job site
- Complete required project documentation
- Travel to various residential and commercial installation locations
Independent Contractor Requirements
- Dependable contractors with strong carpentry and construction skills
- A strong work ethic and attention to detail
- Excellent customer service and communication skills
- Ability to work independently and complete projects efficiently
- Ability to follow plans, designs, and specifications
- Ability to provide one or more qualified helpers when needed
- Carry at least $500,000 in General Liability Insurance
- Carry Commercial Auto Insurance
Recommended Tools & Equipment
- 1/2-ton truck or larger
- 16–20 ft. tandem-axle trailer or larger
- Standard carpentry/framing tools