Chimney & Fireplace Technician Apprentice

Smalling Masonry LLC; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Earned PTO

Paid holidays

Employer-paid life insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid hands-on training

Industry certification opportunities

Defined path toward leadership

Job summary

Smalling Masonry in Indianapolis offers an apprenticeship program where you’ll learn a skilled trade while earning a paycheck on real jobs around the city. The path leads toward Journeyman Technician roles and future leadership opportunities as you gain certifications and experience.

No prior chimney experience is required; we teach you the trade. Starting wage is $18–$25/hour depending on experience, with benefits and room for advancement as you train and grow.

Qualifications

• No prior chimney experience required; training will be provided.
• At least one year of hands-on construction or mechanical experience preferred.
• Comfort with outdoor work, heights, and physical labor.

Responsibilities

• Learn chimney construction and fireplace work across multiple trades.
• Develop problem-solving and leadership skills.
• Operate safely on jobsites around Indianapolis and communicate with homeowners.

Skills

Initiative

Troubleshooting

Dependable

Willing to learn

Teamwork

Job description

We'll teach the trade. You bring the work ethic.

Not looking for just another job? Learn a trade. Build real skills. Create a career.

Smalling Masonry is looking for motivated people who want to work with their hands, learn a specialized skilled trade, and build toward becoming a Lead Technician.

You don't need years of chimney experience—we'll teach you the trade.

What we do want is someone who shows up, works hard, takes pride in what they do, asks questions, solves problems, and wants to keep getting better.

This isn't a classroom-only apprenticeship. You'll be earning a paycheck while learning alongside experienced technicians on real jobs throughout the Indianapolis area.

Where this career can take you

Our goal isn't to keep you an apprentice.

Our apprenticeship program is designed to develop skilled Journeyman Technicians and future leaders. As you master skills, earn industry certifications, and demonstrate that you're ready for more responsibility, you'll have opportunities to advance.

Our goal is to develop the right apprentice toward a Lead Technician position—as early as 18 months based on training, certifications, performance, and demonstrated ability.

Your growth is largely determined by what you put into it.

What You'll Learn

This isn't one repetitive construction job. You'll develop skills across multiple trades, including:

• Chimney construction and rebuilding
• Masonry and brickwork
• Fireplace systems
• Framing
• Roofing and flashing
• Chimney venting and liners
• Gas fireplace service
• Fireplace and chimney inspections
• Fireplace appliance installation
• Troubleshooting and repair
• Customer communication
• Jobsite safety and leadership

You’ll learn not only how to perform the work, but how to diagnose problems, think through solutions, communicate with homeowners, and eventually take ownership of a job.

Who Does Well Here

We're looking for someone who wants to become really good at something.

You may be a great fit if you:

• Take initiative. You don't need someone constantly telling you to find something productive to do.
• Like figuring things out. You're naturally curious and enjoy troubleshooting problems.
• Take pride in your work. “Good enough” isn't your standard.
• Are dependable. Your team can count on you to show up on time and ready to work.
• Want feedback. You'd rather have someone teach you how to improve than stay comfortable doing something incorrectly.
• Want responsibility. As you prove yourself, you want the opportunity to lead—not avoid it.
• Want a career, not just your next job. We're investing time and resources into training you, and we're looking for someone interested in growing with us.

What You’ll Need

• You don't need chimney experience.
• We prefer at least one year of hands-on construction or mechanical experience, such as roofing, framing, masonry, gutters, plumbing, HVAC, appliance installation/repair, remodeling, or similar work.
• You must also be comfortable: Working outdoors in changing weather, climbing ladders and scaffolding, working safely on roofs and at heights, performing physical work, interacting professionally with homeowners, and learning new systems and skills.
• A valid driver's license, acceptable driving history, reliable transportation to work, and the ability to meet company employment requirements are required.

Pay & Benefits

$18-$25/hour depending on experience

But your starting wage isn't intended to be where your career stops. As you develop skills, complete training, earn certifications, and take on greater responsibility, there are opportunities for increased compensation and advancement.

Benefits include:

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Earned PTO
• Paid holidays
• Employer-paid life insurance
• 401(k) with company match

Paid hands-on training

Industry certification opportunities

Defined path toward increased responsibility and leadership

Why Smalling Masonry?

Smalling Masonry has served the Indianapolis area since 2011 and specializes in chimneys and fireplaces.

We're not trying to create people who simply follow instructions. We want to develop skilled technicians who can think, solve problems, take ownership, and eventually lead others.

Our standards are high because homeowners trust us with their homes and their safety. We believe in quality workmanship, professionalism, continued education, teamwork, and doing the next right thing-even when it's hard.

If you're looking for an opportunity to learn a skilled trade, earn while you're learning, and build a career you can be proud of, we’d like to talk with you.