Installation Technician / Trainee

Job Description

Job Description

HIRING NOW** Installation Technician / Trainee – Part Time

Get Paid to Learn a Trade!

The Installation Technician / Trainee will work under a professional crew, assisting in all operations including installation of gutters and gutter guards, inventory management, customer service, and transportation / delivery. Comprehensive training will be provided; strong willingness to learn is a must. The position involves frequent compensated travel to and from job sites, potentially including out of state.

Gutter Guards Direct has been helping homeowners solve gutter and water problems in their homes since 1996. We are looking to train hard working and open minded people who are seeking to learn a trade.

We sell and install a comprehensive line of gutter protection systems, gutters, and related services across several markets and regions. We offer an excellent opportunity for the right person to get paid installing gutters and/or gutter guards.

Responsibilities & Accountabilities

• Assist in installing gutters and gutter guards onto homeowner's property
• Travel with crew to homeowner’s property
• Respond to installer or service requests for assistance on job sites
• Troubleshoot problem installations and communicate findings to crew
• Deliver missing parts, materials, or products to job sites to ensure first-time completion
• Make repairs or adjustments as needed
• Communicate effectively with customers in a friendly and presentable manner
• Take accurate measurements when necessary to support recovery and installation efforts
• Follow safety requirements by adhering to strict precautions and reporting safety concerns

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED (required).
• Must be 18 years or older
• No experience required (1-2 years construction / installation preferred)
• You must be physically able and willing to climb ladders up to 4-stories (35-40 feet), while following our installation and safety guidelines.
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record (required).
• You are presentable, personable, friendly, and get along well with others
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills.
• Basic computer/technology skills.
• Must be able to lift products, assist with service, and make repairs as needed.

If you possess the following qualities, then let's talk:

• If your idea of a "job well done" means that you've taken the time to assess the situation, you've asked for help when you don't know the answer, and you have taken all the appropriate steps to do the job right the first time, then let's talk.
• If you're looking out for the best interests of our customers, you've followed our methodology and completed the work to spec, then let's talk.
• If you're proud of your work and don't mind it being reviewed by your supervisor, then let's talk.
• If you think that making mistakes is okay, but are willing to learn from those mistakes, then let's talk.
• If you have an eye for detail and 'doing the job right the first time,' then let's talk.
• If you want to develop personally and professionally and advance your career in this field, then let's talk.
• If you have never done this type of work or have limited experience in this industry, but you like the concept of it and want to become an expert in your field, then let's talk.

Schedule

• Monday to Friday, with flexibility depending on project and training needs
• Job Type: Part time

Pay: $16 - 17 per hour during training, with opportunity for significant pay advancement upon completion of training and/or becoming a full-time installer

Benefits:

• Paid time off
• Employee discount
• Training included

Work Location: In person

Gutter Guards Direct has been helping homeowners and businesses solve gutter and water problems since 1996. We offer several gutter protection systems ranging from perforated aluminum to the latest-and-greatest micro mesh gutter guards. We also install 5′′, 6′′ and 7-inch gutters. Our consultative approach allows us to gain a comprehensive understanding of the problems you are having with your gutters so we can fix the issues right the first time!

Company Description

Gutter Guards Direct has been helping homeowners and businesses solve gutter and water problems since 1996. We offer several gutter protection systems ranging from perforated aluminum to the latest-and-greatest micro mesh gutter guards. We also install 5′′, 6′′ and 7-inch gutters. Our consultative approach allows us to gain a comprehensive understanding of the problems you are having with your gutters so we can fix the issues right the first time!