Fireplace Installation Technician Apprentice – Full Time

Swfireplace; Frankfort (IL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental, Vision, Life Insurance

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

Simple IRA with Employer Match

Job summary

Southwest Fireplace in Frankfort, IL is hiring a Fireplace Technician Apprentice. You will assist with fireplace and related installations, using hand and power tools, and support showroom and field teams on various job sites.

The role emphasizes safety, basic carpentry tasks, and learning on the job. A valid driver’s license, English fluency, and willingness to work year-round are required, with potential for training and advancement.

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Must speak, read, and understand English.
• Own basic tools necessary to complete scheduled work.
• Must not be afraid of heights.
• Experience in carpentry, masonry, drywall, or fireplace industry is a plus but not required.
• Experience driving a box truck is preferred.
• Ethics, integrity, responsibility and dependability.

Responsibilities

• Operate hand and power tools to complete fireplace, outdoor patio, and related installations safely.
• Complete daily jobs and communicate with Sales Project Managers and admin team.
• Comply with company policies and procedures.
• Read and interpret instructions and specifications.
• Maintain customer focus and respectful interactions.
• Lift a minimum of 50 lbs+ and work outdoors or on construction sites.

Skills

Valid driver's license

English proficiency

Basic tools ownership

Comfort with heights

Carpentry/drywall/masonry exposure

Team player

Problem solving

Job description

Frankfort & Aurora, IL

Join our team and help bring warmth, safety, and comfort to our customers’ homes!

Hours: Monday – Friday: 7:15 AM – 4:00 PM & willingness to work occasional Saturdays during winter months

Benefits Offered:

• Blue Cross Blue Shield Health Insurance
• Guardian Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Morgan Stanley Simple IRA with Employer Match

Job Description
The Fireplace Technician Apprentice must complete various tasks which may involve general carpentry, drywall and installation of fireplaces, mantels, stone, gas grills, etc. Daily responsibilities vary dependent upon experience, capabilities, and training. This position is responsible for other general labor duties as needed. Additional technician responsibilities may include but are not limited to:

• Ability to operate various hand tools, power tools and equipment used to complete fireplace, outdoor patio, and related installation, in a safe and responsible manner;
• Complete daily jobs as assigned, effectively communicate (both verbal and written) with the Sales Project Managers and administrative team;
• Compliance with company policies and procedures;
• Read and interpret instructions and specifications;
• Customer and quality focus, respectful customer interactions;
• Lift a minimum of 50 lbs+ and work in various conditions: outdoors or on construction jobsites

Qualifications, Skills, and/or Experience:

• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
• Must speak, read, and understand English
• Own basic tools necessary to complete scheduled work
• Must not be afraid of heights
• Comfortable on a ladder and knowledgeable about ladder and jobsite safety
• Experience in carpentry, masonry, drywall, or fireplace industry is a plus but not required — paid, on-the-job training will be provided!
• Experience driving a box truck, preferred
• Ethics, integrity, responsibility and dependability
• Problem solving skills, drive to succeed
• Self-motivated and ability to work as a team
• Reliable transportation to and from work

Preferred Skills (but not required):

• Experience with gas fireplace installation or service
• NFI (National Fireplace Institute) Certification
• HVAC, electrical, and/or plumbing experience

Why Join Us:

• Competitive pay based on experience
• Paid training and certification opportunities
• Company vehicle provided for service work
• Supportive team environment with room to grow
• Full-time schedule, year-round work, and steady customers

Showroom Locations:
9475 W. Laraway Rd. Frankfort, IL
2630 N. Farnsworth Ave. Aurora, IL
11921 S. 80th Ave. Palos Park, IL

It is the policy of Southwest Fireplace to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to any legally protected status such as race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability or veteran status.