The opportunity
About this role
Chimney & Fireplace Technician Apprentice
Earn While You Learn a Skilled Trade | $18–$25/hr
Not looking for just another job? Learn a trade. Build real skills. Create a career.
Smalling Masonry is looking for motivated people who want to work with their hands, learn a specialized skilled trade, and build toward becoming a Lead Technician.
You don't need years of chimney experience—we'll teach you the trade.
What we do want is someone who shows up, works hard, takes pride in what they do, asks questions, solves problems, and wants to keep getting better.
This isn't a classroom-only apprenticeship. You'll be earning a paycheck while learning alongside experienced technicians on real jobs throughout the Indianapolis area.
Where this career can take you
Our goal isn't to keep you an apprentice.
Our apprenticeship program is designed to develop skilled Journeyman Technicians and future leaders. As you master skills, earn industry certifications, and demonstrate that you're ready for more responsibility, you'll have opportunities to advance.
Our goal is to develop the right apprentice toward a Lead Technician position—as early as 18 months based on training, certifications, performance, and demonstrated ability.
Your growth is largely determined by what you put into it.
What You'll Learn
This isn't one repetitive construction job. You'll develop skills across multiple trades, including:
Chimney construction and rebuilding
Masonry and brickwork
Fireplace systems
Framing
Roofing and flashing
Chimney venting and liners
Gas fireplace service
Fireplace and chimney inspections
Fireplace appliance installation
Troubleshooting and repair
Customer communication
Jobsite safety and leadership
You'll learn not only how to perform the work, but how to diagnose problems, think through solutions, communicate with homeowners, and eventually take ownership of a job.
Who Does Well Here
We're looking for someone who wants to become really good at something.
You may be a great fit if you:
Take initiative. You don't need someone constantly telling you to find something productive to do.
Like figuring things out. You're naturally curious and enjoy troubleshooting problems.
Take pride in your work. “Good enough” isn't your standard.
Are dependable. Your team can count on you to show up on time and ready to work.
Want feedback. You'd rather have someone teach you how to improve than stay comfortable doing something incorrectly.
Want responsibility. As you prove yourself, you want the opportunity to lead—not avoid it.
Want a career, not just your next job. We're investing time and resources into training you, and we're looking for someone interested in growing with us.
What You'll Need
You don't need chimney experience.
We prefer at least one year of hands-on construction or mechanical experience, such as roofing, framing, masonry, gutters, plumbing, HVAC, appliance installation/repair, remodeling, or similar work.
You must also be comfortable:
Working outdoors in changing weather, climbing ladders and scaffolding, working safely on roofs and at heights, performing physical work, interacting professionally with homeowners, and learning new systems and skills.
A valid driver's license, acceptable driving history, reliable transportation to work, and the ability to meet company employment requirements are required.
Pay & Benefits
$18–$25/hour depending on experience
But your starting wage isn't intended to be where your career stops. As you develop skills, complete training, earn certifications, and take on greater responsibility, there are opportunities for increased compensation and advancement.
Benefits include:
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Earned PTO
Paid holidays
Employer-paid life insurance
401(k) with company match
Paid hands-on training
Industry certification opportunities
Defined path toward increased responsibility and leadership
Why Smalling Masonry?
Smalling Masonry has served the Indianapolis area since 2011 and specializes in chimneys and fireplaces.
We're not trying to create people who simply follow instructions. We want to develop skilled technicians who can think, solve problems, take ownership, and eventually lead others.
Our standards are high because homeowners trust us with their homes and their safety. We believe in quality workmanship, professionalism, continued education, teamwork, and doing the next right thing—even when it's hard.
If you're looking for an opportunity to learn a skilled trade, earn while you're learning, and build a career you can be proud of, we'd like to talk with you.
Apply today and tell us why you're interested in learning a skilled trade.
Meet the team
About Smalling Masonry
Over the last 15 years, we’ve helped over 6,000 families with their chimneys and fireplaces. Our lead technicians are CSIA-, NFI-, or NCSG- certified; The company owner believes in being invested in education and training, after all we are help customers have fire inside their home and keeping moisture out. He currently serves on the National Chimney Sweep Guild board and heads the education committee. We leave our jobs cleaner than when we arrived. We have over 700 Google reviews.
Equal opportunity employment
We value a diverse team and consider qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability.