Fireplace and Hearth Installation Technician

Bruening Heating and A/C, LLC; Mendon (IL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time year-round work

On-site training and support

Opportunities for career growth

Team-oriented environment

Job summary

Bruening Heating and A/C, LLC is hiring a Fireplace and Hearth Installation Technician. You will install fireplaces, stoves, inserts, venting systems, and related accessories in residential homes, with a Monday–Friday schedule and rotating on-call responsibilities.

Previous fireplace or hearth installation experience is valued, but training for HVAC work is available. The role offers full-time year-round work, with pay ranging from $25.00 to $33.00 per hour based on experience, and opportunities

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with fireplace, stove, insert, or hearth installation.
• Familiarity with venting systems, piping, and installation requirements.
• Strong mechanical skills and ability to use hand and power tools.
• Ability to interpret manufacturer installation instructions and specifications.
• Understanding of safe installation practices and applicable codes.
• Strong attention to detail and quality workmanship.
• Valid driver's license with insurable driving history.
• Interest in learning residential HVAC installation techniques.

Responsibilities

• Install fireplaces, stoves, inserts, venting systems, and related accessories in residential homes.
• Learn to assist with HVAC system installations and equipment replacements.
• Prepare installation materials, follow job specifications, test installations, and maintain safe work areas.
• Help homeowners understand their equipment.

Skills

Fireplace installation

Venting systems knowledge

Hand and power tools

Interpret installation instructions

Code compliance

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Driver's license

Willingness to learn HVAC

Tools

HVAC installation equipment

Venting systems tooling

Job description

Fireplace and Hearth Installation Technician

Bruening Heating and A/C
Job Type: Full-Time | Year-Round
Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with rotating on-call responsibilities
Compensation: $25.00 to $33.00 per hour, based on experience

Put Your Fireplace Installation Experience to Work

Do you have experience installing fireplaces, stoves, inserts, or other hearth products? Are you looking for an opportunity to use your skills while learning more about residential heating and cooling systems?

Bruening Heating and A/C is looking for a skilled Fireplace and Hearth Installation Technician who enjoys hands-on work, takes pride in professional installations, and wants to build a long-term career.

Our installation team works with a variety of home comfort products, including fireplaces, stoves, heating systems, and air conditioning equipment.

If you have fireplace or hearth installation experience but haven't worked with HVAC systems, that's okay. We're willing to train you on the HVAC side of the position.

What We Offer

• $25.00 to $33.00 per hour, depending on experience
• Reliable, full-time work throughout the year
• Primarily weekday schedule
• Opportunity to learn residential HVAC equipment installation
• Training and support from experienced installation professionals
• Variety of projects involving fireplaces, stoves, and home comfort systems
• Opportunities to develop additional technical skills
• Established company with a team-oriented work environment
• Potential for long-term career advancement

Qualifications We're Looking For

• Hands-on experience with fireplace, stove, insert, or hearth product installation
• Familiarity with venting systems, piping, and installation requirements
• Strong mechanical skills and ability to work with hand and power tools
• Ability to interpret manufacturer installation instructions and specifications
• Understanding of safe installation practices and applicable codes
• Strong attention to detail and pride in quality workmanship
• Ability to identify and resolve installation-related challenges
• Professional approach when working in customers' homes
• Strong work ethic, reliability, and ability to work with a team
• Valid driver's license with an insurable driving history
• Interest in learning residential HVAC installation techniques

Previous HVAC experience is not required. Candidates with fireplace or hearth installation experience will receive training to develop the additional skills needed to work with heating and cooling equipment.

What You'll Be Working On

You’ll install fireplaces, stoves, inserts, venting systems, and related accessories in residential homes. You’ll also learn to assist with HVAC system installations and equipment replacements.

Your work will include preparing installation materials, following job specifications, testing completed installations, maintaining safe work areas, and helping homeowners understand their equipment.

Expand Your Career Beyond Hearth Installation

We’re looking for someone who enjoys working with their hands, values doing the job correctly, and wants the opportunity to develop expertise across multiple home comfort systems.

At Bruening Heating and A/C, you’ll be able to build on your existing fireplace installation experience while learning valuable HVAC skills.