Carpenter​/Installer

CARPENTER – FIREPLACE & HEARTH INSTALLATION

Department:
Field Operations / Installation

Location:

Southington, Connecticut

Reports To:

Operations Manager / Warehouse Manager
Position Type:
Full-Time

Connecticut Appliance & Fireplace Distributors (CAFD) is seeking a qualified Carpenter to join our Field Operations team, supporting our fireplace and hearth installation department.

This position is intended for an individual with practical residential construction and carpentry experience, particularly in areas such as framing, roofing, siding, finish carpentry, and general remodeling.

The Carpenter will work alongside our hearth installation team to prepare job sites, complete approved carpentry and construction-related work, assist with fireplace and hearth installations, and help ensure projects are completed safely, professionally, and according to established specifications.

The ideal candidate is a dependable, hands-on tradesperson who takes pride in quality workmanship, understands jobsite expectations, communicates effectively, and works well as part of a team.

• Perform general carpentry work associated with fireplace and hearth installation projects.
• Assist with framing, modifications to existing openings, blocking, sheathing, and other approved construction requirements.
• Perform roofing, siding, flashing, and exterior finish work associated with fireplace and venting projects, within assigned qualifications and approved scope.
• Assist with trim, finish carpentry, mantel preparation, and related installation details.
• Measure, cut, fit, and install construction materials accurately.
• Identify existing construction conditions that may affect installation requirements and communicate concerns to the appropriate supervisor.

• Work alongside qualified hearth installers to support gas, wood, pellet, and electric fireplace installations.
• Assist with preparation and installation of fireplace surrounds, hearths, mantels, and related components.
• Help prepare installation areas and ensure materials, tools, and equipment are properly organized.
• Assist with venting and chimney-related installation activities only within assigned training, qualifications, and supervision.
• Maintain awareness of manufacturer specifications, required clearances, and applicable installation requirements.
• Help ensure completed work meets CAFD quality and customer service expectations.

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Protect customer property, flooring, furnishings, and surrounding surfaces.
• Properly handle tools, equipment, materials, and customer products.
• Communicate jobsite conditions, material needs, delays, and potential problems to the lead installer or supervisor.
• Take directions from the lead installer and follow established installation procedures.
• Represent CAFD professionally when interacting with customers, contractors, builders, and other trades.
• Assist with loading, unloading, and securing equipment and materials as needed.

• Follow OSHA requirements, company safety procedures, and applicable jobsite rules.
• Use appropriate personal protective equipment.
• Work safely on ladders, roofs, scaffolding, and other elevated work areas when trained and authorized.
• Follow approved plans, manufacturer instructions, and direction from qualified installation personnel.
• Do not independently modify fireplace clearances, venting systems, gas connections, or appliance installations outside assigned qualifications and authorization.
• Stop work and notify management when unsafe conditions, unexpected construction issues, or installation concerns are identified.

• Demonstrated experience in residential carpentry, construction, remodeling, or a related skilled trade.
• Practical knowledge of framing, measuring, cutting, and fitting construction materials.
• Ability to use common power tools and hand tools safely and effectively.
• Ability to read measurements, follow instructions, and work from jobsite plans or specifications.
• Strong work ethic, dependability, and willingness to learn.
• Professional communication and the ability to work effectively with others.
• Valid driver's license and an acceptable driving record.

• Experience with roofing, siding, exterior penetrations, flashing, and weatherproofing.
• Finish carpentry, trim, mantel, and built-in installation experience.
• Experience in residential…