Window and Door Journeyman

PJ Fitzpatrick, LLC; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 50,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Birthday PTO

Company vehicle

Overtime

Health insurance

401k with match

Referral bonus

Career advancement

Holidays

EZ Pass perks

Job summary

PJ Fitzpatrick, LLC is seeking a skilled Window/Door Journeyman Installer to perform residential installations with minimal supervision in the Harrisburg area. You will install windows and doors, ensure quality, comply with codes, and contribute to customer satisfaction.

This role emphasizes safety, craftsmanship, and leadership development toward Lead Installer, with opportunities for bonuses and a strong benefits package.

Qualifications

• Solid knowledge of residential window and door installation practices.
• Understanding of building codes, flashing, waterproofing, and structural requirements.
• Ability to operate power tools safely and effectively.
• Ability to diagnose and resolve installation challenges independently.
• Good customer service and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Install residential windows, entry doors, patio doors, storm doors, and related products.
• Ensure installations meet quality standards, manufacturer specifications, and codes.
• Complete advanced steps including flashing and waterproofing with limited supervision.
• Assess jobsites and anticipate installation challenges during execution.
• Troubleshoot issues and escalate to Lead Installer when needed.
• Follow safety policies and maintain a clean, safe jobsite.
• Communicate professionally with customers and address concerns.
• Complete service work, punch-lists, and warranty repairs as assigned.
• Verify material accuracy and report shortages or damages.
• Mentor Junior and Senior Apprentices on techniques.
• Maintain company vehicle, tools, and jobsite cleanliness.
• Document completion photos and lead-safe practices.

Skills

Window installation

Door installation

Code awareness

Power tools

Communication skills

Independent work

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 escalte complex problems to the Lead or Master Lead Installer
• 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

Requirements

• 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

Benefits:

At P.J. Fitzpatrick, we believe in offering our employees competitive pay and an excellent benefits package. Our list of benefits includes:

• 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!