Independent Contractor – Outdoor Structure Installer

About the role

Backyard Products is seeking 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. Installers earn a base fee of at least $500 per completed structure, with additional earning opportunities for larger projects, options, travel per diem, efficiency and customer satisfaction incentives, and higher‑volume work.

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

Requirements

• Dependable contractors with strong carpentry and construction skills
• 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

Pay

• Guaranteed base fee of $500+ 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
• Payments issued weekly once required documentation is submitted

Schedule

Most simple projects can be completed in one day, allowing installers to take on multiple structures per week.