Sales Technician

Top Hat Chimney Sweeps; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$500 bonus for passing entry-level certifications

Annual certification maintenance stipend

Certification courses and exam fees covered by the company

Job summary

Top Hat Chimney Sweeps in Birmingham is seeking Sales Technicians who aspire to build a career with a clear path to substantial earnings. This field sales role involves running evaluations in homes, using diagnostic tools to identify safety issues, and presenting homeowners with options for resolution.

No previous experience is required as comprehensive training will be provided. The role offers a competitive salary ranging from $50,000 to $100,000+ annually based on performance and commissions, with opportunities for career advancement across three tiers.

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license with a clean, insurable driving record.
• Physically able to lift up to 75 lbs, climb ladders, and work in attics.
• No education or experience required — we’ll teach you everything.

Responsibilities

• Run Top Hat’s FIRE Evaluation Process using diagnostic tools.
• Build and manage your own pipeline and follow up with homeowners.
• Document every job thoroughly before leaving the property.

Skills

Comfort using tablets and CRM software

Strong communication skills

Competitive drive

Job description

Build a Real Career in a High-Performance Sales Engine

Top Hat Chimney Sweeps | Base + Commission | $50,000–$100,000+ Expected Annual Take-Home

Top Hat Chimney Sweeps has been protecting homes since 1986. Today, we’re looking for driven, competitive Sales Technicians who want more than a job — they want a career with a clear path to six figures, built on skill, certification, and results.

This is a field sales role unlike anything else in the trades. You’ll run our proprietary FIRE Evaluation Process in homeowners’ attics, chimneys, and crawlspaces, using real diagnostic tools to uncover safety issues — then translate what you find into clear, confident recommendations. If you’re driven by performance, love the idea of being paid what you’re worth, and want a structured path to advance your skills and your paycheck, this is built for you.

No prior experience or certifications required to start. We’ll train you, certify you, and pay you to grow.

What You’ll Do

• Run Top Hat’s FIRE Evaluation Process on every job, using diagnostic tools to identify structural, thermal, and code issues.
• Present homeowners with clear, easy-to-understand options (Good / Better / Best) so they can make an informed decision.
• Build and manage your own pipeline — follow up persistently and professionally with homeowners who haven’t yet said yes.
• Generate your own leads through referrals, reviews, and word of mouth in your community.
• Document every job thoroughly and accurately — photos, inspection findings, and proposals — before you leave the property.
• Show up daily for a 45‑minute training and role‑play block to keep sharpening your skills.
• Climb ladders, navigate roof pitches, and work in tight attic and crawlspace environments as part of the job.

Career Progression: Three Tiers, One Clear Path

Advancement is merit‑based — driven by your certifications, consistency, and results. There’s no ceiling here.

Tier 1: Journeyman Technician

• Certifications: CSIA Certified Chimney Sweep (CCS) & CSIA Certified Dryer Exhaust Technician (CDET) — we’ll help you get certified.
• Base Salary: $38,000
• Commission: 3.0%
• Target Annual Quota: $400,000
• Expected Annual Take‑Home: $50,000

Tier 2: Junior Technician

• Certifications: Adds NFI Wood & NFI Gas
• Base Salary: $44,000
• Commission: 4.0%
• Target Annual Quota: $600,000
• Expected Annual Take‑Home: $68,000

Tier 3: Master Technician

• Certifications: Adds Certified Chimney Professional (CCP), NFI Pellet, and NFI Hearth Design.
• Base Salary: $50,000
• Commission: 5.0%
• Target Annual Quota: $1,000,000
• Expected Annual Take‑Home: $100,000

Master Technicians are also recognized with specialized uniform branding to reflect their elite status.

Get Paid to Get Certified

• $500 bonus for passing entry‑level certifications (CSIA CCS or CDET)
• $1,000 bonus for passing advanced/specialty certifications (CCP, NFI modules)
• Company pre‑pays approved certification courses and exam fees
• Annual certification maintenance stipend: $250 (Junior) or $500 (Master)

Ways to Earn Beyond the Job

• Sales Referral (introduce another tech who closes a sale): 2%
• Lead Generation (new customer completes a FIRE visit): $50
• Employee Referral (hired, onboarded, completes 90‑day probation): $2,000
• 5‑Star Review mentioning you by name: $20
• Video Testimonial: $50
• Membership Enrollment: $5 (Essential), $20 (Enhanced), $30 (Elite)

What We’re Looking For

• No education or experience required — we’ll teach you everything.
• Comfort using tablets, CRM software, and digital diagnostic tools.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean, insurable driving record.
• Physically able to lift up to 75 lbs, climb ladders, and work in attics, crawlspaces, and on rooftops.
• A competitive drive and willingness to commit to daily training and skill‑building.
• Strong communication skills and the confidence to guide customers through a decision.

Our Values

Focus. Integrity. Results. Education. We hold ourselves to a high standard — and we equip our team to meet it.

Top Hat Chimney Sweeps is an equal opportunity employer. We’re proud to reflect the diverse communities we serve and are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace for employees, candidates, and customers alike.