Installer Jobs in Chesapeake, VA

An Installer in the maintenance and installation industry is responsible for setting up, repairing, and maintaining various equipment, machinery, and systems. Their duties often include reading and interpreting installation blueprints, troubleshooting technical issues, performing regular equipment inspections, and ensuring safe and efficient installation procedures. Installers may work with various equipment such as HVAC systems, security systems, electrical fittings, and telecommunications devices among others.

Important skills for an Installer include technical understanding, problem-solving, manual dexterity, physical stamina, and attention to detail. Communication and customer service skills are also useful, particularly for Installers who directly interact with clients. Relevant certifications may include HVAC certification, electrician certification, or specific product installation certifications, depending on the equipment they specialize in. Individuals often start as Installation Assistants or Technicians, gaining hands-on experience and training on the job, before progressing to roles such as Senior Technician or Installation Supervisor and eventually becoming an Installer.

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Installation Technician I

  • Chesapeake, VA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Chesapeake, VA
  • 90+ days ago

Position Description: Installs intrusion, fire, CCTV, and access control security systems....

Fire Service Technician

  • Norfolk, VA (7 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Norfolk, VA (7 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 90+ days ago

Service, troubleshoot and install many different manufacturers Fire & Life Safety systems including SimplexGrinnell....

HVAC Service Tech

  • Norfolk, VA (7 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Norfolk, VA (7 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 45+ days ago

Company Name: R S Andrews of Tidewater Heating, Cooling Overview: Pay: $70,000 - $120,00 / year Earning potential over $100K/year based on performance Sign-on Bonus: up to $5,000 dependent on...

Lead HVAC Installer

  • Chesapeake, VA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Chesapeake, VA
  • 45+ days ago

Lead each install with the support of an assigned helper and operate with professionalism, precision, and efficiency....

Maintenance Worker

  • Norfolk, VA (7 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Norfolk, VA (7 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 1 hour ago

Installs water heaters, garbage disposal units, faucets, and sinks....

Apartment Maintenance Technician

  • Hampton, VA (22 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Hampton, VA (22 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 1 hour ago

debris Deliver exceptional customer service to residents Perform electrical, plumbing, appliance, and carpentry repairs, including: Repairing electrical circuits, switches, and breakers Servicing and installing...

Apartment Maintenance Technician

  • Portsmouth, VA (9 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Portsmouth, VA (9 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 1 hour ago

debris Deliver exceptional customer service to residents Perform electrical, plumbing, appliance, and carpentry repairs, including: Repairing electrical circuits, switches, and breakers Servicing and installing...

Maintenance Mechanic I - Facilities

  • Norfolk, VA (7 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Norfolk, VA (7 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 1 hour ago

Basic knowledge of building maintenance functions preferred. One year of experience as a building helper or apprentice. Additional Information & Requirements Valid Driver's License....

Maintenance Technician (Full Time)

  • Virginia Beach, VA (13 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA (13 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 1 hour ago

The Maintenance Technician @ First Colonial Inn is responsible for the upkeep of the community through the repair and maintenance of buildings, grounds, and support equipment. This associate...

Master Plumber

  • Virginia Beach, VA (13 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA (13 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 6 hours ago

Specific Responsibilities: Install repair and maintain plumbing systems in commercial and residential environments Perform drain cleaning on plumbing systems Perform minor to complex service work on...

Grounds Maintenance Worker I

  • Portsmouth, VA (9 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Portsmouth, VA (9 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 1 day ago

STATEMENT OF JOB Under direct supervision, this position works as part of a crew responsible for performing a variety of semi-skilled or unskilled work related to repairing, maintaining parks,...

00975/00838/00210 - HVAC Technician III (Multi-Hire)

  • Norfolk, VA (7 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Norfolk, VA (7 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 1 day ago

Title: 00975/00838/00210 - HVAC Technician III (Multi-Hire) Hiring Range: Commensurate with credentials and experience Pay Band: Agency: Norfolk State University Location: Norfolk State University...

Maintenance Engineer II/HVAC

  • Virginia Beach, VA (13 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA (13 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 1 day ago

Public Works is seeking to fill one vacant Maintenance Engineer II/HVAC position. This is a fast paced, supervisory role requiring strong leadership, personnel management, and problem solving...

Shipboard Electrical Technician (Engineering Tech)

  • Virginia Beach, VA (13 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA (13 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 1 day ago

Five (5) years' experience (within the last 10 years) troubleshooting and conducting corrective and preventive maintenance on shipboard power distribution, interior communications, and/or electronic...

Maintenance Technician II - UniFirst

  • Norfolk, VA (7 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Norfolk, VA (7 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 1 day ago

Knowledgeable in industrial maintenance of facilities and equipment. Minimum of 1 year of work experience repairing industrial processing equipment in a production environment required....

Demographic Data for Chesapeake, VA

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Salary for Installer Jobs in Chesapeake, VA

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Highest Education Level

Installers in Chesapeake, VA offer the following education background
High School or GED
34.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
28.5%
Associate's Degree
16.7%
Bachelor's Degree
13.9%
Master's Degree
3.6%
Some College
1.6%
Some High School
1.1%
Doctorate Degree
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Installers in Chesapeake, VA
2-4 years
47.2%
1-2 years
26.6%
4-6 years
18.9%
Less than 1 year
3.5%
10+ years
2.8%
6-8 years
0.8%
8-10 years
0.2%
None
0.1%


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