Service Technician

Sweep-A-Chim; Bel Air (MD); On-site; USD 39,000 - 65,000; 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, is hiring a Chimney & Hearth Service Technician in Harford County, MD. The role is full-time with competitive pay and incentives, offering a long-term career path and paid training through our structured apprenticeship.

You will diagnose and repair gas and pellet stoves, perform inspections and sweeps, rebuild chimneys, install inserts and stone veneer, and contribute to masonry work. Growth into leadership is encouraged.

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

Construction/trade

Lift 80 lbs

Valid driver's license

Reliable/motivated

Education

High school diploma

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.

Required:

• 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.