Chimney Sweep Apprentice

Job Description Job Description Benefits:

• Life Insurance
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Fireplace & Chimney Authority is looking for a dependable, hardworking individual to join our team as a Chimney Sweep Apprentice. No chimney experience is required-we provide paid, hands-on training for someone who is willing to learn a skilled trade and build a long-term career.

We are an established Chicagoland company that has been serving homeowners since 1992.

Job Responsibilities

• Assist our chimney sweep and installation teams with chimney cleanings, inspections, repairs, and fireplace services
• Load and unload tools, equipment, and materials
• Help prepare mortar and other job materials
• Set up and safely use ladders, scaffolding, and safety equipment
• Work on roofs and at various heights
• Keep company vehicles, tools, and job sites clean and organized
• Protect customers' homes and provide professional, courteous service
• Complete hands-on training and study materials required to become CSIA certified
• Work toward independently completing chimney service routes
  
  

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old
• Valid Illinois driver's license
• Reliable transportation to and from work
• Ability to lift at least 50 pounds
• Comfortable working on ladders, roofs, and scaffolding
• Able to perform physical labor indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Dependable, punctual, and able to maintain regular attendance
• Strong communication skills and a professional attitude
• Willingness to learn and follow all company safety procedures
• Must be able to pass a background check
• Previous construction, masonry, roofing, HVAC, fireplace, or skilled-trade experience is helpful but not required
  
  

Pay

• Starting pay: $18.00 per hour
• Pay increases to $25.00 per hour upon becoming CSIA certified
• Paid, hands-on training is provided
  
  

Benefits

• Year-round work
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance available after 90 days with a company contribution
• 80 hours of paid time off after 90 days
• 401(k) with company match
• Free $50,000 life insurance policy after one year
• Paid training and advancement opportunities
• Company-paid initial CSIA certification exam
• Opportunity to learn a skilled trade and advance into an independent Chimney Sweep position
  
  

If you are dependable, comfortable with physical work, and interested in learning a skilled trade with room for advancement, we encourage you to apply.