Lead Fireplace Installer

The Hearth Shop in Westlake; Westlake (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company truck for qualified installers

Uniforms provided

401(k) with company match

Performance bonuses

Ongoing paid training

Job summary

The Hearth Shop in Westlake is seeking an experienced Lead Fireplace Installer to join our Northeast Ohio team. We seek someone who understands construction and fireplace systems and who can build a long-term career with a stable company.

Role focuses on leading installations of gas and wood-burning fireplaces, gas log sets, and related components, with responsibility for the full process from start to finish, while maintaining professional home environments and delivering high-quality results.

Qualifications

• Must understand construction, finish work, mechanical systems, or fireplace installation.
• Experience reading installation manuals and building plans.
• Comfort with venting and gas appliance installation.
• Finish carpentry or remodeling experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the installation of gas fireplaces.
• Lead wood-burning fireplaces installations.
• Lead gas log sets installations.
• Install fireplace inserts and gas grills.
• Install chimney liners and venting systems.
• Install mantels, surrounds, stone, and finishing components.
• Oversee complete installation from protective measures to final walkthrough.

Skills

Mechanical ability

Reading manuals

Building plans

Finish carpentry

Troubleshooting

Independent work

Professional appearance

Homeowner communication

Job description

Are you the installer everyone calls when the job has to be done right?

The Hearth Shop has been Northeast Ohio’s fireplace expert for over 45 years. We are looking for an experienced Lead Fireplace Installer who takes pride in craftsmanship, works independently, and enjoys creating beautiful spaces for homeowners.

This is not an entry-level position. We are looking for someone who already understands construction, finish work, mechanical systems, or fireplace installation and wants to build a long-term career with a stable company.

What You’ll Do

• Lead the installation of Gas fireplaces
• Wood-burning fireplaces
• Gas log sets
• Fireplace inserts
• Gas grills
• Chimney liners and venting systems
• Mantels, surrounds, stone, and finishing components

You’ll be responsible for the complete installation—from protecting the customer’s home to the final walkthrough.

• Has strong mechanical ability
• Can read installation manuals and building plans
• Understands venting and gas appliance installation
• Has finish carpentry or remodeling experience
• Can troubleshoot problems in the field
• Works well without constant supervision
• Takes pride in clean, professional work
• Treats every customer’s home with respect

Preferred Experience

Experience with any of the following is highly valued:

• HVAC
• Residential construction
• Masonry
• Chimney service
• Framing

Manufacturer certifications are a plus but not required.

What Success Looks Like

• Show up on time
• Solve problems independently
• Produce clean installations
• Rarely generate warranty callbacks
• Communicate well with homeowners
• Represent our company professionallyHelp train newer installers

Why Work for The Hearth Shop?

• Year-round work
• No seasonal layoffs
• Company truck for qualified installers
• Uniforms provided
• 401(k) with company match
• Performance bonuses
• Ongoingpaid training

Requirements

• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record
• Ability to lift 75+ pounds
• Comfortable working on ladders, roofs, attics, crawl spaces and outdoors
• Ability to pass background and driving record checks
• Professional appearance and attitude

Compensation

Based on experience

Performance and sales bonuses

Experienced fireplace installers, HVAC technicians, finish carpenters, chimney professionals, and residential construction professionals are encouraged to apply.