How to hire an installation specialist

How to hire an installation specialist, step by step

Here's a step-by-step installation specialist 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 specialist job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new installation specialist
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   Before you start hiring an installation specialist, 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.

   Determine employee vs contractor status

   Is the person you're thinking of hiring a US citizen or green card holder?

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   An installation specialist's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, installation specialists from different industries or fields will have radically different experiences and will bring different viewpoints to the role. You also need to consider the candidate's previous level of experience to make sure they'll be comfortable with the job's level of seniority.

   This list presents installation specialist salaries for various positions.

   Type of Installation Specialist	Description	Hourly rate
   Installation Specialist	Computer support specialists provide help and advice to people and organizations using computer software or equipment. Some, called computer network support specialists, support information technology (IT) employees within their organization... Show more	$15-35
   Installation Coordinator	An installation coordinator usually works in a telecommunication company and serves as a channel between the company and the client. Upon an application for installation, a coordinator will communicate with their client to schedule a possible installation or repair date... Show more	$12-21
   Installation Technician	Installation technicians are responsible for handling and installing all types of electronic systems and equipment. An installation technician should be well-knowledgeable about the equipment complexity to conduct troubleshooting for system malfunction or provide necessary instructions for the customers... Show more	$13-23

2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Customer Service
   • Ladders
   • Scaffolding
   • Quality Measures
   • HVAC
   • Plumbing
   • Plan Materials
   • Provide Customer Support
   • Installation Process
   • Customer Support
   • Dishwashers
   • Test Equipment
   • Customer Sites
   • Security Systems

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   Responsibilities:

   • Implement and manage a Sonicwall TZ170 VPN appliance solution
   • Recruit, manage, train for sales & installation of Comcast services.
   • Manage the physical assembly, configuration, and installation of PCs, printers, software and other hardware.
   • Manage and execute POS installation schedule for new merchants, including providing POS training to new clients and sales partners.
   • Manage customer complaints and internal GMP audits for product manufacturing, coordinate FDA audits and recommend corrective actions.
   • Assist in change-outs and new installs of ac units and condensers.

   More installation specialist duties

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your installation specialist job description is one of the best ways to attract top talent. An installation specialist can vary based on:

   • Location. For example, installation specialists' average salary in montana is 44% less than in new jersey.
   • Seniority. Entry-level installation specialists 55% less than senior-level installation specialists.
   • Certifications. An installation specialist with certifications usually earns a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for an established firm or a new start-up company can make a big difference in an installation specialist's salary.

   Average installation specialist salary

   $49,602yearly

   $23.85 hourly rate

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   Entry-level installation specialist salary

   $33,000 yearly salary

   Updated January 30, 2026

   Average installation specialist salary by state

   Rank	State	Avg. salary	Hourly rate
   1	New York	$63,840	$31
   2	Connecticut	$57,965	$28
   3	Virginia	$57,414	$28
   4	Pennsylvania	$57,218	$28
   5	Texas	$55,515	$27
   6	Massachusetts	$54,063	$26
   7	California	$53,312	$26
   8	Nevada	$51,893	$25
   9	Ohio	$50,532	$24
   10	Indiana	$50,206	$24
   11	Michigan	$50,074	$24
   12	North Carolina	$49,125	$24
   13	Maine	$49,028	$24
   14	Hawaii	$45,903	$22
   15	Arizona	$45,021	$22
   16	Minnesota	$44,975	$22
   17	Georgia	$44,443	$21
   18	South Carolina	$43,999	$21
   19	Louisiana	$43,417	$21
   20	Illinois	$43,331	$21

   Average installation specialist salary by company

   Company

   Rank	Company	Average salary	Hourly rate	Job openings
   1	Technip USA Corporation	$80,873	$38.88
   2	L3Harris	$60,881	$29.27	66
   3	Delta SubSea LLC	$59,811	$28.76
   4	Philips	$59,653	$28.68	19
   5	Prudential Bank	$57,430	$27.61	4
   6	Ferreira Construction Co., Inc.	$57,085	$27.44	1
   7	General Dynamics	$53,689	$25.81	128
   8	Satellite Healthcare	$53,378	$25.66
   9	Dlm, Inc.	$53,007	$25.48
   10	Dominion Energy	$51,632	$24.82
   11	Carrier	$51,369	$24.70	8
   12	Medline	$50,925	$24.48	12
   13	Honeywell	$50,633	$24.34	22
   14	Nes Holdings	$50,631	$24.34
   15	Spireon	$50,238	$24.15
   16	Intrepid Solutions and Services	$50,206	$24.14
   17	HPM	$50,156	$24.11	6
   18	Three Wire Systems	$50,156	$24.11
   19	Apex Systems	$50,036	$24.06	3
   20	Bally Gaming Inc	$49,998	$24.04

4. Writing an installation specialist job description

   An installation specialist 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. Below, you can find an example of an installation specialist job description:

   Installation specialist job description example

   Fred's Plumbing, Heating, Air Conditioning & Electric is currently hiring for a full-time Plumbing and HVAC Installation Specialist to install plumbing, heating, and air conditioning equipment in the Champaign, IL area. This plumber position typically works 7 am to 4 pm on Monday through Thursday, with half-day Fridays. Rotating on-call availability is required . We pay our Plumbing and HVAC Installation Specialists a competitive starting wage of $24 - $30/hr, with performance-based bonuses .

   In addition to competitive pay and our fun and positive culture , we offer our team the following benefits and perks:

   • Health insurance
   • Vacation
   • Holidays
   • Sick days
   • Paid training
   • Retirement options

   Additionally, we offer our technicians a take-home work vehicle and a smartphone .

   So, now that you've learned the who, what, where, and why, you may be wondering HOW? It's easy! Just fill out our initial mobile-friendly online application . We hope to meet you soon!

   
   

   ABOUT FRED'S PLUMBING, HEATING, AIR CONDITIONING & ELECTRIC

   For over 30 years, residents of the Champaign area have counted on our family-owned company to provide prompt, reliable service. We proudly offer installation, repair, and maintenance on everything from electrical panels to sewer lines to heating and cooling equipment. Whether a client needs an outlet rewired or a tankless water heater installed, no job is too small or too large for our experienced team to handle!

   We know that we wouldn't have satisfied customers if we didn't have happy employees to serve them. That's why we make every effort to create a fun, positive work environment . We value our staff, and we show our appreciation with a well-stocked snack bar and fantastic benefits . We hope you'll join us and see what makes our team amazing!

   
   

   OUR IDEAL PLUMBING AND HVAC INSTALLATION SPECIALIST

   • Professional - represent the company in a positive way
   • Great communicator - communicates clearly and politely
   • Hard worker - eager and willing to advance their skills as a plumber

   If this sounds like you, keep reading!

   
   

   REQUIREMENTS

   • 1+ years of HVAC experience
   • On-call availability
   • Valid driver's license
   • Residence within 30 minutes of Champaign, IL

   Relevant experience would be a plus, but we can provide plumber training! If you meet the above requirements, we need you. Apply today to join our team as a Plumbing and HVAC Installation Specialist!

   Location: 61822

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5. Post your job

   There are various strategies that you can use to find the right installation specialist for your business:

   • Consider promoting from within or recruiting from your existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals from friends, family members, and current employees.
   • Attend job fairs at local colleges to find candidates who meet your education requirements.
   • Use social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter to reach potential job candidates.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your installation specialist job on Zippia to find and recruit installation specialist candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites such as dice, engineering.com, stack overflow, it job pro.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   Your first interview with installation specialist candidates should focus on their interest in the role and background experience. As the hiring process goes on, you can learn more about how they'd fit into the company culture in later rounds of interviews.

   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.

   While interviews are great, you will only sometimes learn enough from a conversation with an installation specialist applicant. In those cases, having candidates complete a test project can go a long way in figuring out who's the most likely to succeed in the role. If you aren't a technical person and don't know how to design an appropriate test, you can ask someone else on the team to create it or take a look at these websites to get a few ideas:

   • TestDome
   • CodeSignal
   • Testlify
   • BarRaiser
   • Coderbyte

   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 specialist

   Once you have selected a candidate for the installation specialist 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.

   It's also important to follow up with applicants who do not get the job with an email letting them know that the position is filled.

   To prepare for the new installation specialist 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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