Installer I - Hickory, NC

Clayton Homes (New); Hickory (NC); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

HouseSmart Construction in Hickory, NC is hiring for an Installer I. This full-time, entry-level position offers hands-on outdoor work, no prior experience required, and a path to grow with a nationwide home builder. You’ll join a crew, learn setup and site prep, and contribute to basic construction tasks day-to-day.

The role emphasizes teamwork, safety, and practical skills using common tools, with opportunities for hands-on training and advancement within Clayton Homes’ extended family.

Qualifications

• No experience required for entry-level Installer I.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs and climb ladders as needed.
• Comfortable using hand and power tools on outdoor sites.

Responsibilities

• Assist with setup of manufactured homes and site prep.
• Load/unload materials and keep tools and trucks organized.
• Support team with pier work and basic construction tasks.

Skills

Hand/power tools

Teamwork

Outdoor work

Manual dexterity

Tools

Hammer

Drill

Impact wrench

Job description

## Installer I - Hickory, NCApplylocations: Hickory, NCtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR133174**HouseSmart Construction – Installer I**Are you looking for a hands-on, outdoor position? If so, this might be the role for you!We are looking for someone with a can-do attitude that wants to learn and grow in the construction industry! Start your construction career with HouseSmart Construction by applying for our Installer I today! No experience is required.**What You’ll Be Doing:**Helping with the setup of all manufactured homes by...* Work as a team player by helping the Crew Chief and team* Remove protective shipping wrap from home – our team will show you the best ways to do this* Remove and properly store exterior use items like shingles under the leadership of our experienced team members* Work with the team to help remove tires, axles, and tongues which can weigh up to 50 lbs.* Travel to each home site and assist the team necessary construction activities* Load and unload materials, and keeping the tools & trucks organized* Help installer vapor barriers beneath the home* Gather materials for beginning piers and help build them* Masonry work underneath the homes**When You’ll Be Doing It:*** Full-time, Monday through Friday**Pay:*** $16.00+ an hour (depends on experience)* Paid weekly**What Could Make You a Great Fit:*** You enjoy working with your hands and being outdoors.* You are interested in starting a career in construction.* You have the ability to climb ladders, crawl underneath homes and lift up to 50 lbs.* You have a positive attitude and always work to be a team player.* You are comfortable with the use of hand/power tools such as hammers, levels, drills and an impact wrench.**Why HouseSmart Construction?**If you’ve never heard of HouseSmart Construction, it’s because we’re a new division within Clayton Homes. Clayton Homes is the #1 nationwide manufactured home builder in the nation. Because we are a Clayton division, that means we are leveraging the great benefits of a 20,000+ team member company. Some of those benefits include...* Hands-on training with unlimited growth opportunities, we offer a 401K with aggressive company match, medical, dental and vision benefits, paid holidays, paid vacation days and much more!**Because we’re a new and evolving division within Clayton, HouseSmart Construction can also offer you...*** A fast growing, collaborative environment with tremendous advancement opportunities. With HouseSmart, you’re getting in on the ground floor!* The ability to learn high quality technical skills while supporting a great team.Join the HouseSmart family – apply today! Training opportunities provided!