Window and Door Installer- Journeyman

PJ Fitz; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO + birthday off

Company vehicle with gas card

Overtime

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life

401k with company match

Performance incentives

Career advancement

6 paid holidays

Referral bonus

Job summary

PJ Fitz in Virginia is seeking a skilled Window/Door Journeyman Installer to perform residential installations with minimal supervision, ensuring quality, code compliance, and safety on every job.

You will train and mentor Apprentices, handle complex installation tasks, coordinate with customers, and maintain tools and company vehicle. This on-site role offers steady hours and opportunities for advancement within the installer career path.

Qualifications

• Solid working knowledge of residential window and door installation.
• Understanding of building codes, flashing, waterproofing, and structural requirements.
• Ability to perform advanced installation steps and operate power tools safely.
• Ability to diagnose and resolve common installation challenges independently.
• Good customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to read and interpret work orders, drawings, and manufacturer specifications.
• Ability to work independently and manage time on the jobsite.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Install residential windows, entry doors, patio doors, storm doors, and related products.
• Ensure installations meet company standards, manufacturer specifications, and building codes.
• Complete advanced installation steps, including flashing, waterproofing, and finish work with limited supervision.
• Conduct jobsite assessments and identify installation challenges prior to and during project execution.
• Troubleshoot common installation issues in the field.
• Follow all company safety policies and maintain a safe jobsite for the crew and customer.
• Communicate professionally with customers throughout the installation process and address routine concerns.
• Complete service work, punch-list items, and warranty-related repairs as assigned.
• Verify material accuracy prior to installation and report shortages, damages, or discrepancies.
• Assist in mentoring Junior and Senior Apprentices on basic and advanced installation techniques.
• Maintain company vehicle, tools, equipment, and jobsite cleanliness.
• Accurately document project completion, lead-safe practices, and required completion photos.

Skills

Attention to detail

Customer service

Communication skills

Time management

Problem solving

Mentoring

Tools

Power tools

Job description

The Window/Door Journeyman Installer is responsible for performing residential window and door installations with a high degree of independence, ensuring each project meets company quality standards, manufacturer specifications, and applicable building codes. Having progressed beyond the Apprentice levels, the Journeyman Installer works confidently with limited supervision, applies advanced installation techniques, and is developing the leadership skills needed to progress toward Lead Installer.

This role is a key step in the company's installer career path — building on the training and field experience. This requires a strong commitment to safety, craftsmanship, and customer satisfaction while continuing to develop toward roles with greater leadership and mentoring responsibility.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Work side by side in a team environment to complete installation of residential windows, entry doors, patio doors, storm doors, and related products.
• Ensure all installations meet company quality standards, manufacturer specifications, and applicable building codes.
• Complete advanced installation steps, including flashing, waterproofing, and finish work, using power tools with limited supervision.
• Conduct jobsite assessments and identify potential installation challenges prior to and during project execution.
• Troubleshoot common installation issues in the field and
• Follow all company safety policies and procedures and maintain a safe jobsite for the crew and customer.
• Communicate professionally with customers throughout the installation process and address routine concerns.
• Complete service work, punch-list items, and warranty-related repairs as assigned.
• Verify material accuracy prior to installation and report shortages, damages, or discrepancies.
• Assist in mentoring Junior and Senior Apprentices on basic and advanced installation techniques.
• Maintain company vehicle, tools, equipment, and jobsite cleanliness.
• Accurately document project completion, lead-safe practices, and required completion photos.

Support and exemplify the company's culture, core values, and customer-first approach

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PAY: Hourly rate of $24-$26 plus the potential of a monthly bonus

• Solid working knowledge of residential window and door installation practices.
• Working understanding of building codes, flashing systems, waterproofing, and structural requirements.
• Ability to perform advanced installation steps and operate power tools safely and effectively.
• Ability to diagnose and resolve common installation challenges independently.
• Good customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to read and interpret work orders, construction drawings, and manufacturer specifications.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively on the jobsite.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Benefits:

• PTO, and the day off on your birthday!
• Take home company vehicle with gas card and EZ Pass (you don't pay for gas or tolls!)
• Overtime
• Medical, Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance
• 401k with Company Match
• Performance Incentives
• Career advancement opportunities
• 6 paid company holidays!
• Up to $5,000 referral bonus!