Installation Training Specialist

James Hardie Corporation; Dahlonega (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus plan

401(k) with match

Paid Time Off

Parental leave

Wellness programs

Job summary

James Hardie Building Products Inc. is seeking an Installation Training Specialist to become an expert in pergola and cabana systems and bring hands-on construction knowledge to dealers and installation crews.

The role requires traveling about 50% with overnight stays, delivering live demonstrations, coaching installers, and ensuring proper building and installation practices across jobsites while supporting trade shows and events.

Qualifications

• Hands-on construction and installation experience.
• Ability to learn product details and teach others.
• Strong communication to train dealers and crews.
• Valid driver's license and ability to lift up to 75 pounds.
• Travel approximately 50% with overnight stays.

Responsibilities

• Train dealers and installation crews on pergola and cabana systems.
• Provide hands-on demonstrations and coaching during installations.
• Teach measurements, leveling, and plumb concepts for installs.
• Offer refresher training for existing dealers and crews.
• Troubleshoot installation challenges and propose solutions.
• Coordinate with dealers before trainings for successful installs.
• Support trade shows and special installation activities.

Skills

Construction ability

Mechanical aptitude

Communication skills

Travel availability

Job description

James Hardie is the industry leader in exterior home and outdoor living solutions, with a portfolio that includes fiber cement, fiber gypsum, composite and PVC decking and railing products. Our family of trusted brands includes Hardie®, TimberTech®, AZEK® Exteriors, Versatex®, fermacell®, and StruXure®. With over 8,000 employees and our U.S. operating entities headquartered in Chicago, we boast 31 operating sites, 6 recycling facilities, and 6 research and development centers globally. Powered by a dynamic workforce, we’re united by our purpose of Building a Better Future for All™ through sustainable innovation, a Zero Harm culture, and a commitment to empowering our people and communities.

Do you have hands-on construction or installation experience and enjoy showing others how to do the job the right way?

We're looking for an Installation Training Specialist who will become an expert in our pergola and cabana systems and take that knowledge into the field to train the dealers and crews who install them.

This is a hands-on construction and installation training role for someone who understands how things go together, can troubleshoot problems in the field, and can confidently teach those skills to others.

You'll spend approximately 50% of your time traveling, including overnight travel, primarily working directly with dealer installation crews.

What You’ll Do:

• Train new dealers and installation crews on how to properly build and install pergola and cabana systems.
• Provide hands-on demonstrations and coaching throughout the installation process.
• Teach construction and installation fundamentals, including measuring, leveling, getting structures plumb and square, and understanding product-specific installation requirements.
• Provide refresher training for existing dealers and new installation crews.
• Troubleshoot installation challenges and help crews identify practical solutions.
• Communicate with dealers before training to help prepare them for successful installations.
• Support trade shows and other special installation activities as needed.
• Serve as a knowledgeable, professional resource for our dealer network.

What You’ll Bring:

You don't need previous pergola or cabana experience. We're looking for someone with the construction ability and mechanical aptitude to learn our products and the communication skills to teach others.

You may be a great fit if you have experience in:

• Construction or skilled trades
• Mechanical or equipment installation
• Building products
• Field service or field installation
• Outdoor structures or specialty construction
• Leading, mentoring, or training installation crews

You'll also need:

• Strong mechanical aptitude and hands-on problem-solving skills.
• Comfort using measurements and basic construction principles.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to explain how something should be built or installed.
• A professional, customer-focused approach.
• Valid driver's license.
• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds.
• Ability to travel approximately 50%, including overnight travel.

What You’ll Receive:

As of the date of this posting, a good faith estimate of the current pay scale for this position is $55,000 to $70,000. Placement in the range depends on several factors such as experience, skills, geography and internal equity and may change over time. This position qualifies for benefits and you will be eligible to participate in a bonus plan.

At James Hardie, we recognize that our success depends on our people. We've worked hard to build a generous and competitive benefits program that demonstrates our commitment to our employees.

• Compensation: competitive salary and bonus eligibility
• Paid Time Off: vacation and company holidays
• Retirement: 401(k) with match
• Work-Life Balance: parental leave, wellness programs

This role is an opportunity to join the AZEK Group, LLC, a part of the James Hardie Building Products family of companies, where you’ll contribute to a culture driven by growth, collaboration, and meaningful impact.

James Hardie Building Products Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, veteran's status, marital status, pregnancy, disability, or any other basis protected by law. James Hardie will comply with any applicable state and local laws regarding employee leave benefits, including, but not limited to providing time off pursuant to the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act, in accordance with its plans and policies. The position responsibilities outlined above are in no way to be construed as all encompassing. Other duties, responsibilities, and qualifications may be required and/or assigned as necessary.