Window and Door Journeyman

Pj Fitzpatrick; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO with birthday day off

Company vehicle with gas card

Overtime

Medical, Dental, Vision, Basic Life

401k with company match

Performance incentives

Career advancement opportunities

6 paid holidays

Referral bonus up to $5,000

Job summary

P.J. Fitzpatrick is seeking a Window/Door Journeyman Installer in Harrisburg, PA to perform residential window and door installations with strong independence and high craftsmanship. You will apply advanced techniques, ensure code compliance, and mentor apprentices while delivering customer‑focused service.

The role emphasizes safety, quality, and leadership development as you progress toward Lead Installer, with competitive hourly pay and monthly bonus potential.

Qualifications

• Experience installing residential windows and doors.
• Knowledge of building codes, flashing, waterproofing, and structural requirements.
• Ability to perform advanced installation steps safely with power tools.
• Ability to diagnose and resolve common installation challenges independently.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to read work orders, drawings and manufacturer specs.
• Ability to work independently and manage time on site.
• Commitment to safety, quality and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Install residential windows and entry/patio/storm doors in a team setting.
• Ensure installations meet quality standards, specs and codes.
• Complete advanced steps including flashing and finish work with limited supervision.
• Assess jobsites and identify challenges before and during work.
• Troubleshoot installation issues and escalate when needed.
• Maintain safe jobsite and follow safety policies.
• Communicate with customers throughout the installation process.
• Complete service work, punch lists and warranty repairs as assigned.
• Verify material accuracy and report shortages or damages.
• Mentor junior/senior apprentices in techniques.
• Maintain company vehicle, tools, and jobsite cleanliness.
• Document completion, lead-safe practices, and photos.

Skills

Residential installation knowledge

Building codes & flashing

Power tool operation

Troubleshooting installation issues

Customer service & communication

Reading orders/drawings/specs

Independent work & time management

Safety & quality focus

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 a 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

• 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:

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!