Premier Chimney and Roofing is hiring a dependable and motivated Chimney Repair Technician Assistant to join our growing team.
This is a hands-on support position working directly alongside a Lead Chimney Repair Technician. The assistant will help the lead technician safely and efficiently complete chimney, fireplace, masonry, and exterior repair projects. Duties include preparing materials and tools, assisting with installations and repairs, maintaining organized job sites, documenting completed work, and learning proper chimney repair methods.
Previous professional experience in a construction, mechanical, maintenance, installation, landscaping, or other physically demanding trade is required. Direct chimney experience is not required, but applicants must already understand the expectations of manual labor, outdoor work, job-site safety, tool use, and following a lead technician’s instructions.
We will provide specialized chimney and fireplace training to the right candidate, but this is not a first-job or no-experience training position. Candidates should already have a proven work history in a hands-on trade and be prepared for demanding physical work.
Responsibilities
- Assist the lead technician with installing prefabricated fireplaces and related venting components
- Help install approved chimney liner systems in masonry chimneys
- Support masonry repairs, tuckpointing, crown repairs, waterproofing, and other exterior chimney work
- Assist with replacing chimney caps, chase covers, flashing components, and chimney protection systems
- Help diagnose and repair chimney leaks and weather-related damage
- Load, unload, organize, and transport tools, equipment, ladders, and job materials
- Prepare work areas and protect customers’ homes and property
- Safely work from ladders, scaffolding, rooftops, and exterior structures under the lead technician’s direction
- Safely operate common hand tools and power tools
- Follow company procedures, manufacturer instructions, safety requirements, and industry best practices
- Take progress and completion photos and assist with accurate job documentation
- Maintain a clean, organized, and professional job site
- Clean and properly store tools and equipment after each project
- Communicate professionally with customers, coworkers, and supervisors
- Complete assigned tasks efficiently and ask questions when instructions are unclear
- Learn the specialized skills necessary to advance into a Chimney Repair Technician position
Requirements
- Previous professional experience in at least one hands-on trade or physically demanding field is required
- Experience may include construction, masonry, roofing, HVAC, fireplace work, carpentry, plumbing, electrical work, landscaping, tree work, painting, siding, waterproofing, maintenance, installation, manufacturing, warehouse work, moving, or a similar labor-intensive occupation
- Familiarity with manual labor, active job sites, tools, materials, and workplace safety
- Proven ability to work consistently in a physically demanding position
- Comfortable working on roofs, ladders, scaffolding, and exterior structures
- Able to lift and carry tools, ladders, equipment, and construction materials
- Able to bend, climb, kneel, reach, and remain physically active throughout the workday
- Able to perform outdoor work in heat, cold, and other varying weather conditions
- Willing and able to use hand tools, power tools, and specialized chimney-repair equipment
- Able to follow instructions and work effectively under the direction of a lead technician
- Strong attention to detail and respect for quality workmanship
- Dependable, punctual, coachable, and willing to learn
- Safety-conscious and able to follow established procedures
- Professional attitude and appearance
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
Preferred Experience
Although any qualifying trade experience will be considered, experience in the following areas is especially valuable:
- Chimney repair or chimney sweeping
- Masonry, brickwork, tuckpointing, or concrete repair
- Fireplace or venting-system installation
- Roofing, flashing, siding, or exterior waterproofing
- Construction, carpentry, HVAC, plumbing, or mechanical trades
- Installing chimney liners, caps, chase covers, or prefabricated fireplace systems
- Working safely from ladders, scaffolding, or rooftops
What We Offer
- Competitive pay based on experience
- Paid training in specialized chimney and fireplace repair systems
- Support toward CSIA certification and continued industry education
- Opportunity to develop an in-demand skilled-trade specialization
- Clear potential to advance into a Chimney Repair Technician or Lead Technician position
- Steady work with a reputable and growing company
- Professional, team-oriented work environment
- Experience with a wide variety of chimney, fireplace, masonry, and exterior repair projects
About Premier Chimney and Roofing
Premier Chimney and Roofing is a professional chimney, fireplace, and exterior repair company serving Hampton Roads. We specialize primarily in chimney, fireplace, and hearth services, along with roofing-related work involving chimney leaks, flashing, crickets, and surrounding roof repairs.
We focus on quality workmanship, honest recommendations, thorough documentation, and long-term customer trust. Our team takes pride in completing work correctly, protecting our customers’ homes, and continuing to raise the standard for chimney and fireplace service in our area.
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate has already proven that they can handle the expectations of a physically demanding job. They understand what it means to arrive on time, work outdoors, safely use tools, carry materials, follow instructions, and remain productive throughout the day.
Direct chimney experience is not necessary, but a demonstrated background in hands-on trade or manual labor work is required. We are looking for someone who brings an established work ethic and job-site awareness so that our training can focus on specialized chimney, fireplace, and masonry skills.
The right candidate will be dependable, safety-conscious, coachable, and interested in building a long-term skilled-trade career. With training and demonstrated performance, this position offers the opportunity to pursue professional certification and advance into a Chimney Repair Technician or Lead Technician role.
Apply today to join Premier Chimney and Roofing as a Chimney Repair Technician Assistant.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Flexible schedule
- On-the-job training
- Paid time off
- Tools provided
Application Question(s):
- How many years of chimney, fireplace, wood stove, or venting experience do you have?
- Have you installed or assisted with installing prefabricated fireplaces, chimney liners, chimney caps, or chase covers?
Experience:
- Residential construction: 2 years (Required)
- extension ladder: 2 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- Drivers License (Required)
Work Location: In person
