Sales Technician

Build a Real Career in a High-Performance Sales Engine

Top Hat Chimney Sweeps | Base + Commission | $50,000–$100,000+ Expected Annual Take-Home

Top Hat Chimney Sweeps has been protecting homes since 1986. Today, we’re looking for driven, competitive Sales Technicians who want more than a job — they want a career with a clear path to six figures, built on skill, certification, and results.

Advancement is merit‑based — driven by your certifications, consistency, and results. There’s no ceiling here.

• Certifications:
  
  CSIA Certified Chimney Sweep (CCS) & CSIA Certified Dryer Exhaust Technician (CDET) — we’ll help you get certified
• Base Salary: $38,000
• Commission: 3.0%
• Target Annual Quota: $400,000
• Expected Annual Take‑Home: $50,000

• Certifications:
  
  Adds NFI Wood & NFI Gas
• Base Salary: $44,000
• Commission: 4.0%
• Target Annual Quota: $600,000
• Expected Annual Take‑Home: $68,000

• Certifications:
  
  Adds Certified Chimney Professional (CCP), NFI Pellet, and NFI Hearth Design
• Base Salary: $50,000
• Commission: 5.0%
• Target Annual Quota: $1,000,000
• Expected Annual Take‑Home: $100,000

Master Technicians are also recognized with specialized uniform branding to reflect their elite status.

• $500 bonus for passing entry‑level certifications (CSIA CCS or CDET)
• $1,000 bonus for passing advanced/specialty certifications (CCP, NFI modules)
• Company pre‑pays approved certification courses and exam fees
• Annual certification maintenance stipend: $250 (Junior) or $500 (Master)

• Sales Referral (introduce another tech who closes a sale): 2%
• Lead Generation (new customer completes a FIRE visit): $50
• Employee Referral (hired, onboarded, completes 90‑day probation): $2,000
• 5-Star Review mentioning you by name: $20
• Video Testimonial: $50
• Membership Enrollment: $5 (Essential), $20 (Enhanced), $30 (Elite)

• Run Top Hat’s FIRE Evaluation Process on every job, using diagnostic tools to identify structural, thermal, and code issues
• Present homeowners with clear, easy‑to‑understand options (Good / Better / Best) so they can make an informed decision
• Build and manage your own pipeline — follow up persistently and professionally with homeowners who haven’t yet said yes
• Generate your own leads through referrals, reviews, and word of mouth in your community
• Document every job thoroughly and accurately — photos, inspection findings, and proposals — before you leave the property
• Show up daily for a 45‑minute training and role‑play block to keep sharpening your skills
• Climb ladders, navigate roof pitches, and work in tight attic and crawlspace environments as part of the job

• No education or experience required — we’ll teach you everything
• Comfort using tablets, CRM software, and digital diagnostic tools
• Valid driver’s license with a clean, insurable driving record
• Physically able to lift up to 75 lbs, climb ladders, and work in attics, crawlspaces, and on rooftops
• A competitive drive and willingness to commit to daily training and skill‑building
• Strong communication skills and the confidence to guide customers through a decision

Focus. Integrity. Results. Education. We hold ourselves to a high standard — and we equip our team to meet it.

Top Hat Chimney Sweeps is an equal opportunity employer. We're proud to reflect the diverse communities we serve and are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace for employees, candidates, and customers alike.