Lead Hearth Installer & Field Supervisor

Adams Stove Company; Adams (MA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Adams Stove Company in Adams, MA is seeking a Working Foreman to lead a small crew of installation technicians in wood pellet and gas hearth appliance installations.

This hands-on role requires inspecting work, coordinating materials, and ensuring compliance with codes. You will work alongside the crew daily, read installation manuals, and communicate clearly with homeowners in a practical, field-based environment.

Qualifications

• Significant hands-on experience with wood pellet and/or gas hearth appliance installation.
• Experience installing stoves, fireplaces, and/or inserts.
• Strong understanding of venting, clearances, hearth requirements, and installation procedures.
• Ability to read and follow manufacturer installation instructions.
• Experience leading or supervising other installers or tradespeople.
• Ability to diagnose and solve problems in the field.
• Good communication and customer-service skills.
• Attention to detail and pride in workmanship.
• Ability to work physically and safely in construction environments.
• Valid driverbres license and reliable transportation.
• Current Construction Supervisor License (CSL) as required.

Responsibilities

• Lead a two-to-three person installation crew.
• Personally participate in installations every day.
• Install wood pellet and gas stoves, fireplaces, and inserts.
• Install and work with venting, chimney systems, hearth components, and related materials.
• Read and interpret installation manuals, plans, and specifications.
• Determine the proper installation approach and resolve field issues.
• Assign work and keep the crew productive.
• Inspect work for quality and compliance with manufacturer requirements and applicable codes.
• Train and develop less-experienced installers.
• Coordinate materials, tools, deliveries, and jobsite preparation.
• Communicate professionally with homeowners and customers.
• Identify problems before they become expensive callbacks.
• Maintain a clean, safe, organized jobsite.
• Take responsibility for getting the installation completed correctly and professionally.

Skills

Hands-on installation

Team leadership

Customer communication

Read installation manuals

Ventilation knowledge

Stove installation

Driver's license

CSL license

Job description

Adams Stove Company in Adams, MA is seeking a Working Foreman to lead a small crew of installation technicians in wood pellet and gas hearth appliance installations.

This hands-on role requires inspecting work, coordinating materials, and ensuring compliance with codes. You will work alongside the crew daily, read installation manuals, and communicate clearly with homeowners in a practical, field-based environment.