Independent Contractor – Outdoor Structure Installer

Backyard Products; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel per diem

Job summary

Backyard Products is seeking reliable Independent Contractor Installers to install cedar pergolas, pavilions, decks and other outdoor structures at residential and commercial sites. Most projects are completed in a day, with a base pay of at least $500 per structure and potential for more on larger projects.

In addition to base pay, travel per diem and incentives provide additional earning opportunities. This opportunity is ideal for installers who want to focus on building without the burden of

Qualifications

• 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.

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.
• Communicate professionally with homeowners and business customers.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe job site.
• Travel to various residential and commercial installation locations.
• Complete required project documentation.

Skills

Carpentry skills

Construction skills

Customer service

Independent worker

Reading plans

Job description

• Travel per diem

Earn $500+ Per Structure, With Opportunities to Earn Even More

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.

If you love building but don’t want to spend your time finding customers, quoting jobs, ordering materials, or chasing payments, this opportunity is for you.

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: $500 Minimum Per Completed Structure

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 Include

• $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.

Get Paid Quickly

Once all required project documentation is submitted, installers are typically paid weekly.

What You’ll Do

• 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

We Are Looking For 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

Because installers work directly at customers’ homes and businesses, all contractors must:

• Carry at least $500,000 in General Liability Insurance


• Carry Commercial Auto Insurance

Recommended Tools & Equipment

Installers Should Have Access To

• 1/2-ton truck or larger


• 16–20 ft. tandem-axle trailer or larger


• Standard carpentry/framing tools

Build. Install. Get Paid.

Earn $500+ for every completed structure, with additional opportunities to increase your income.