How to hire an installation helper

How to hire an installation helper, step by step

Here's a step-by-step installation helper hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write an installation helper job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new installation helper
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   Before you start hiring an installation helper, identify what type of worker you actually need. Certain positions might call for a full-time employee, while others can be done by a part-time worker or contractor.

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   Hiring the perfect installation helper also involves considering the ideal background you'd like them to have. Depending on what industry or field they have experience in, they'll bring different skills to the job. It's also important to consider what levels of seniority and education the job requires and what kind of salary such a candidate would likely demand.

   The following list breaks down different types of installation helpers and their corresponding salaries.

   Type of Installation Helper	Description	Hourly rate
   Installation Helper		$11-19
   Hvac Apprentice	Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) apprentices are trainees who work under HVAC maintenance workers. They train under HVAC maintenance workers to gain actual, on-the-job experience... Show more	$12-20
   Helper	Helpers are employed by families or homeowners to provide overall assistance in the house. They are usually assigned to do household chores such as cleaning the house, doing the laundry, cooking meals, and tending the garden... Show more	$11-18

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Customer Service
   • HVAC
   • Work Ethic
   • Hand Tools
   • Furnaces
   • Ventilation
   • Duct Systems
   • Plumbing
   • Heat Pumps
   • Safety Procedures
   • Condensers
   • Brazing
   • Install Windows
   • Tape Measure

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   Responsibilities:

   • Manage paperwork associate with HVAC procedures.
   • Help with plumbing installs water heaters and all other trouble shooting calls.
   • Help installed PVC air piping systems in factories.
   • Install PVC Intake/Exhaust into concentric and non concentric systems.
   • Install humidifiers into systems and connect water drains and pipes.
   • Install air conditioning systems, brazing, evacuate and charge systems.

   More installation helper duties

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your installation helper job description helps attract top candidates to the position. An installation helper salary can be affected by several factors, such as geography, experience, seniority, certifications, and the prestige of the hiring company.

   For example, the average salary for an installation helper in Texas may be lower than in Hawaii, and an entry-level installation helper usually earns less than a senior-level installation helper. Additionally, an installation helper with certifications may command a higher salary, and working for a well-known company or start-up may also impact an employee's pay.

   Average installation helper salary

   $15.34hourly

   $31,908 yearly

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   Entry-level installation helper salary

   $24,000 yearly salary

   Updated January 20, 2026

   Average installation helper salary by state

   Rank	State	Avg. salary	Hourly rate
   1	Nevada	$39,309	$19
   2	Washington	$39,292	$19
   3	Colorado	$38,205	$18
   4	California	$38,018	$18
   5	Arizona	$37,977	$18
   6	Maryland	$35,259	$17
   7	Illinois	$34,880	$17
   8	Kansas	$34,546	$17
   9	Virginia	$34,191	$16
   10	Oregon	$33,554	$16
   11	Missouri	$33,460	$16
   12	Indiana	$32,873	$16
   13	South Carolina	$31,036	$15
   14	North Carolina	$30,919	$15
   15	Utah	$30,600	$15
   16	Oklahoma	$30,330	$15
   17	Florida	$29,867	$14
   18	Tennessee	$29,646	$14
   19	Texas	$29,219	$14
   20	Mississippi	$28,156	$14

   Average installation helper salary by company

   Company

   Rank	Company	Average salary	Hourly rate	Job openings
   1	American Water	$37,573	$18.06	1
   2	Glass Dynamics	$37,445	$18.00
   3	All American Group	$36,866	$17.72
   4	GPAC	$36,556	$17.57
   5	Orangutan Foundation International	$36,277	$17.44
   6	Radix	$35,897	$17.26
   7	Denver Foundation	$35,532	$17.08
   8	Murray	$35,487	$17.06	1
   9	Precision Countertops	$34,982	$16.82
   10	Decorative Concrete	$34,879	$16.77
   11	Carter Lumber	$34,857	$16.76	16
   12	TML CONSTRUCTION CO.	$33,949	$16.32
   13	NRG Energy	$33,806	$16.25
   14	Interior Specialists	$33,696	$16.20
   15	Allen Industries	$33,647	$16.18	3
   16	Woods Services	$33,492	$16.10
   17	Silverado	$33,291	$16.01
   18	TEKsystems	$33,274	$16.00	14
   19	HomeServe USA	$33,218	$15.97	8
   20	Stark	$33,216	$15.97

4. Writing an installation helper job description

   An installation helper job description should include a summary of the role, required skills, and a list of responsibilities. It's also good to include a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager. To help get you started, here's an example of an installation helper job description:

   Installation helper job description example

   One Hour Heating and Air Conditioning of Florida is now owned by Service Minds and under completely new management. We are experiencing tremendous growth and expansion and have many new jobs. You may have passed on us before, but please don't pass on us now because we want you to see the difference for yourself.
   
   We are seeking individuals who are self-motivated, accountable, and engaged in personal growth. As an Install Helper, you are the face of our brand, and the customer experience depends on you. Your goal is to offer superior service and build strong relationships with our customers while learning from our skilled Install Leads and assisting in completing repairs and installations.
   
   We are proud to have a diverse and friendly team who focus on fostering a positive work environment. Our employee's happiness is extremely important to us, and we regularly celebrate their success with recognition and awards.
   
   Our paid training starts at $15/hour upwards, depending on experience and is designed to jump start your career and provide the skills necessary to be successful in the role. After training, helpers have the opportunity to be commissioned. Our experienced Install Leads and management team teach Install Helpers about the industry, expectations, specific job skills, and more. Training is ongoing and our managers provide continued guidance and coaching throughout your career with us. We strongly encourage the growth of our employees to prepare them for future advancement opportunities.
   
   In addition to the paid training and hourly rate, we are proud to offer great benefits including but not limited to:
   Paid Vacation and Holidays Referral Bonuses Medical/Prescription Insurance (company paid for employee) with plan upgrade option Dental Insurance Life Insurance (company paid for employee) with plan upgrade option Vision Insurance 401K STD/Accident/Critical Illness Insurance LTD (company paid for employee) Flexible Spending Accounts for Health or Dependent Care Legal Plan
   This is not your usual 9:00am to 5:00pm job, this is a career you can be proud of with growth opportunity. We are looking for awesome candidates to join us, so apply today!
   
   
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5. Post your job

   To find installation helpers for your business, try out a few different recruiting strategies:

   • Consider internal talent. One of the most important talent pools for any company is its current employees.
   • Ask for referrals. Reach out to friends, family members, and your current work to ask if they know any installation helpers they would recommend.
   • Recruit at local colleges. Attend job fairs at local colleges to recruit entry-level installation helpers with the right educational background.
   • Social media platforms. LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter have more than 3.5 billion users, and they're a great place for company branding and reaching potential job candidates.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your installation helper job on Zippia to find and recruit installation helper candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   During your first interview to recruit installation helpers, engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. During the following interview, you'll be able to go into more detail about the company, the position, and the responsibilities.

   You should also ask about candidates' unique skills and talents to see if they match the ideal candidate profile you developed earlier. Candidates good enough for the next step can complete the technical interview.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new installation helper

   Once you have selected a candidate for the installation helper position, it is time to create an offer letter. In addition to salary, the offer letter should include details about benefits and perks that are available to the employee. Ensuring your offer is competitive is vital, as qualified candidates may be considering other job opportunities. The candidate may wish to negotiate the terms of the offer, and it is important to be open to discussion and reach a mutually beneficial agreement. After the offer has been accepted, it is a good idea to formalize the agreement with a contract.

   You should also follow up with applicants who don't get the job with an email letting them know that you've filled the position.

   To prepare for the new installation helper first day, you should share an onboarding schedule with them that covers their first period on the job. You should also quickly complete any necessary paperwork, such as employee action forms and onboarding documents like I-9, benefits enrollment, and federal and state tax forms. Finally, Human Resources must ensure a new employee file is created for internal record keeping.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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