Careers
CONSIDER JOINING OUR TEAM AND ENJOY WORKING IN A STYLISH, TREND-SETTING SHOWROOM ALONGSIDE EXPERIENCED, FRIENDLY STAFF.
DO YOU HAVE HVAC, PLUMBING, OR GENERAL CONSTRUCTION EXPERIENCE? AT GAGNON WE PRIDE OURSELVES IN HAVING THE LARGEST FIREPLACE INSTALLATION DEPARTMENT IN THE FOX VALLEY AND STILL HAVE ROOM TO GROW.
OUR WAREHOUSE AND SHIPPING DEPARTMENT IS EXPANDING TO KEEP UP WITH OUR INCREASED SALES! WE NEED DEPENDABLE INDIVIDUALS WITH MATERIAL HANDLING EXPERIENCE AND AN ATTENTION TO DETAIL.
WE OFFER ABOVE-AVERAGE PAY, AND A GREAT BENEFIT PACKAGE – WITH 401(K), VACATION, AND PAID HOLIDAYS. IF YOU’RE LOOKING FOR A NEW OPPORTUNITY TO ADVANCE YOUR CAREER, GAGNON CLAY PRODUCTS IS THE PLACE TO BE.
Benefits Include:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance (at no cost to employee)
- Health insurance (at no cost to employee)
- Paid time off
- Life insurance
- Employee discounts
- Company iPhone with unlimited data plan
PLEASE BROWSE OUR JOB OPENINGS BELOW AND CONTACT US TO JOIN OUR TEAM!
Position Summary
As a fireplace installer for Gagnon Clay Products you will become part of a 100-year-old family business that prides itself on its exceptional customer service and thorough product and service offerings. You will work closely with your fellow installers and job manager(s) (Gagnon salesperson and local builders) to safely install and service gas, wood, and electric fireplaces.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Safe installation wood, gas, and electric fireplaces, stoves and inserts in new construction and existing homes.
- Learn and abide by all safety and industry guidelines.
- Complete job specific paperwork completely and accurately.
- Develop an in-depth understanding of hearth products and the installation process.
- Diagnose and service fireplaces of all types and brands.
- Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and installation manuals.
- Ability to speak effectively with customers or employees of organization.
- Must be able to meet attendance requirements.
Qualifications
No experience installing fireplaces required, new employees will work with an experienced installer and learn on the job. However, candidates must have experience working with hand and power tools and experience in the construction industry is preferred. Candidates must have a valid driver’s license, be able to occasionally lift 100+ lbs. and be able to work at elevated heights comfortably. This is a full-time permanent position that offers a competitive compensation and benefits program, including hourly rate, performance incentives, company vehicle for transportation to and from job sites, an Apple iPhone with company plan; medical, dental &vision benefits and 401K! Health insurance is offered at no cost the the employee!
Physical Demands and Work Environment
- Constantly required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
- Constantly lift and/or move up to 25 – 50 pounds.
- Frequently lift and/or move up to 50 – 75 pounds.
- Occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 – 300 pounds.
- Frequently works in outside weather conditions.
- Must be okay with working on roofs.
Hours
PEAK SEASON (October – February)
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- 5-day workweek Monday- Friday 7:00am – 5:00pm (dependent on job completion). Overtime is almost always available!
OFF SEASON (March – September)
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- 4-day workweek (Monday – Thursday or Tuesday – Friday).
Salary
$20.00 – $29.00 per hour (based on experience)
Experience
Construction: 1 year (Preferred)
Position Summary
As an employee at Gagnon Clay Products you will become part of a 100-year-old family business that prides itself on its exceptional customer service and thorough product and service offerings. You will work closely with your fellow staff and job manager(s) to help organize and perform duties in the warehouse department.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Load/unload and Processing incoming stock and returned material.
- Deliver small orders to job sites and perform pickups with a company flatbed pickup truck.
- Operate forklift for material handling (prior forklift experience preferred but not needed)
- Keep warehouse areas maintained including sweeping, picking up garbage, organizing product, and occasionally mowing the lawn areas.
- Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and picking tickets and packing slips.
- Learn and abide by all safety and industry guidelines.
- Ability to speak effectively with customers or employees of organization.
- Must be able to meet attendance requirements.
- Partake in apprenticeship training for fireplace installation and service
Qualifications
No experience required, new employees will be trained by our existing warehouse and fireplace install managers. Candidates must have a valid driver’s license, be able to occasionally lift 100+ lbs. This is a full-time permanent position that offers a competitive compensation and benefits program, including hourly rate, performance incentives, company vehicle for deliveries, an Apple iPhone with company plan; medical, dental &vision benefits and 401K! Health insurance is offered at no cost the the employee!
Physical Demands and Work Environment:
- Constantly lift and/or move up to 25 – 50 pounds.
- Frequently lift and/or move up to 50 – 75 pounds.
- Occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.
- Frequently works in outside weather conditions.
- Frequently working in dusty conditions.
Hours
- Monday-Friday 7:00am – 3:30pm
Salary
$18.00 to $23.00 / hour
Experience
- Warehouse experience: 1 year (Preferred)
Responsibilities and Duties
- Sell our product offerings and services to consumers.
- Help customers make selections in showroom
- Demonstrate products and show consumers how to maximize their features.
- Explain different customizable features.
- Discuss warranties and replacement parts.
- Learn basic fireplace and masonry installation techniques and be able to successfully communicate them to customers
- Process orders in person, over the phone, and via e-mail.
- Check inventory to ensure product is in stock.
- Collect and research information needed to identify and resolve problematic situations.
Qualifications and Skills
Potential candidates must have prior sales experience, proficient computer skills, and excelled customer service skills. Team player is a must with the willingness to help out as needed!
Hours
- Monday-Friday: 8:00am – 5:00pm
- Every other Saturday: 7:30am-Noon
Salary
- Base Salary starting at $37,500 per year
- Commissions are in addition to base salary
- Commissions can be earned immediately
- No cap on commissions
Experience:
- Sales: 1 year (Required)
Education:
- Bachelor’s (Required)