Service Technician

Sweep-A-Chim; Bel Air (MD); On-site; USD 28,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Bonus based on performance

Competitive salary

Free uniforms

Health insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Sweep-A-Chim, a locally owned chimney and hearth company serving Harford County, MD, seeks a full-time Chimney & Hearth Service Technician. The role emphasizes mechanical, construction-oriented work, including stove repair, chimney rebuilds, and fireplace installs.

Apprenticeship training leads to industry certifications, with a path to leadership. Ideal candidates bring hands-on skills from trades, HVAC, automotive, or related fields.

Qualifications

• Proven mechanical aptitude diagnosing and repairing equipment (electronics, HVAC, vehicles, appliances, or similar)
• Hands-on construction or trade background
• Comfort working at heights, on ladders, and in confined spaces
• Ability to lift up to 80 lbs and use power tools daily
• Reliable, accountable, and motivated to grow into leadership
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver’s license, clean record, and reliable transportation

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, service, and repair gas and pellet stoves (electronics, ignition, venting)
• Perform chimney/fireplace inspections and sweeps
• Rebuild and repair chimneys (tear-downs, crowns, flues)
• Install fireplaces and wood, gas, and pellet inserts
• Install stone veneer on fireplaces, chimneys, and exteriors
• Complete masonry repairs: tuckpointing, brick replacement, dampers, caps, liners
• Troubleshoot fireplaces, stoves, and venting
• Give honest recommendations, write estimates, and deliver strong customer service
• Keep accurate records and follow safety protocols

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Hands-on trade background

Comfort with heights

Reliable and motivated

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Power tools

Construction tools

Job description

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Bonus based on performance
• Competitive salary
• Free uniforms
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Chimney & Hearth Service Technician

Locally owned | Harford County, MD | Serving Baltimore & Cecil Counties

Full-time | Competitive pay + incentives | Long-term career path

About the company

Established locally owned chimney and hearth company serving the area since 1987. We need mechanically skilled, hands-on people for a true trade role—not just chimney sweeping. Work includes gas and pellet stove repair, chimney rebuilds, fireplace and insert installs, and stone veneer. We train chimney-specific skills through a structured apprenticeship. We look for people who take pride in craftsmanship and want to move into lead or senior roles.

The role

Physically active, technical, construction-oriented work. Diagnose and repair heating appliances; install and rebuild chimneys and fireplaces. Best fit: mechanical aptitude from construction, HVAC, automotive, appliance repair, or similar trades, plus willingness to learn masonry and chimney systems.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, service, and repair gas and pellet stoves (electronics, ignition, venting)
• Perform chimney/fireplace inspections and sweeps
• Rebuild and repair chimneys (tear-downs, crowns, flues)
• Install fireplaces and wood, gas, and pellet inserts
• Install stone veneer on fireplaces, chimneys, and exteriors
• Complete masonry repairs: tuckpointing, brick replacement, dampers, caps, liners
• Troubleshoot fireplaces, stoves, and venting
• Give honest recommendations, write estimates, and deliver strong customer service
• Keep accurate records and follow safety protocols

Requirements

We value real hands-on ability over prior chimney experience.

• Proven mechanical aptitude diagnosing and repairing equipment (electronics, HVAC, vehicles, appliances, or similar)
• Hands-on construction or trade background
• Comfort working at heights, on ladders, and in confined spaces
• Ability to lift up to 80 lbs and use power tools daily
• Reliable, accountable, and motivated to grow into leadership
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver’s license, clean record, and reliable transportation

Preferred (paid training provided):

• Gas systems, electrical diagnosis, or masonry/stone work
• CSIA, NFI, NCSG, or similar certifications
• Fireplace install, stone veneer, or chimney rebuild experience

Training

No chimney experience required. Solid hands-on skills and a drive to learn are enough. Our apprenticeship trains you step by step and supports industry certifications.

Compensation and benefits

• Medical insurance offered
• IRA with 3% match after about 1 year
• Company vehicle for job use
• PTO and paid holidays
• Paid training, certifications, tools, uniforms, and safety gear
• Stable year-round local work across service, repair, install, and rebuild
• Established team with nearly 40 years in business

Equal opportunity employer. Serious, hardworking candidates encouraged to apply.