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How much do area installation specialist jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for area installation specialist in the United States is $23.76, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.79 and $26.68 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Area Installation Specialist vs Field Service Technician?

AspectArea Installation SpecialistField Service Technician
CredentialsRelevant certifications (e.g., HVAC, electrical), technical trainingSimilar certifications, technical training often required
Work EnvironmentOn-site installations within designated geographic areasOn-site repairs and maintenance at customer locations
Employer & IndustryConstruction, HVAC, appliance installation companiesTelecom, appliance, HVAC service providers

Both roles require technical skills and certifications, often involving on-site work. The main difference is that Area Installation Specialists focus on installing equipment within specific areas, while Field Service Technicians primarily perform repairs and maintenance at customer sites. Understanding these distinctions helps job seekers find the right role based on their skills and career goals.

What cities are hiring for Area Installation Specialist jobs? Cities with the most Area Installation Specialist job openings:
What states have the most Area Installation Specialist jobs? States with the most job openings for Area Installation Specialist jobs include:
Infographic showing various Area Installation Specialist job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 76% Full Time, 18% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $49,429 per year, or $23.8 per hour.

Area Installation Specialist, Noblesville, IN

Home Depot

Noblesville, IN • On-site, Remote

$21 - $26/hr

Full-time

Posted 10 days ago


Home Depot rating

7.4

Company rating: 7.4 out of 10

Based on 6,412 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

6th of 39 rated national retailers


Job description

With a career at The Home Depot, you can be yourself and also be part of something bigger.
Position Purpose:
The Area Installation Specialist (AIS) is responsible for assisting with the customer experience throughout the install job life cycle. This includes performing technical measures, assessing pre-existing conditions, and performing product affirmations The AIS will conduct Job Site Inspections (JSIs) to review quality of work, conduct service provider badging checks, and meet with customers to ensure the install experience is consistent with THD standards. Responsibilities will further include resolving customer complaints, making decisions needed to prevent cycle-time delays, working with service providers to resolve issues, and approving or escalating project changes prior to moving forward. At the end of the install process the AIS will ensure all open items are completed to the customer's satisfaction.
Key Responsibilities:
  • 25% Customer Experience - Initiates and maintains regular communication with customers across the install life-cycle, ensures timely customer follow-up, and resolves open questions or job changes; Resolves job-in-process items such as scope of work changes, add-labor items, and material needs, and escalates decisions as appropriate; Manages open services and assigned Care Tickets to resolution
  • 60% Job Process Management - The AIS manages all jobs from assigned area and product category; This will involve assessing pre-existing conditions, performing product affirmations, and performing technical measures; After the installation begins, the AIS is responsible for performing Job Site Inspections (JSIs) which includes conducting service provider badge checks, inspecting the work to ensure industry construction standards are adhered to, addressing customer questions, ensuring job scope changes are documented, and ensuring the overall install experience is meeting or exceeding the customer's expectations; Manages timely closure of all open services within assigned area
  • 15% Operations - Assists in management of customer inquiries across the install life cycle, resolves open services, and resolves jobs-on-hold; Initiates change of scope requests to drive efficient job life-cycle timelines; Uses reporting and related systems to provide overall customer experience and accuracy at install

Direct Manager/Direct Reports:
  • This position typically reports to District Installation Manager
  • This position has 0 Direct Reports

Travel Requirements:
  • Typically requires overnight travel less than 10% of the time.

Physical Requirements:
  • Requires intermittent periods during which continuous physical exertion is required, such as walking, standing, stooping, climbing, lifting material or equipment, some of which may be heavy or awkward.

Working Conditions:
  • Usually in a comfortable environment but with regular exposure to factors causing moderate physical discomfort from such things as dust, fumes or odors.

Minimum Qualifications:
  • Must be eighteen years of age or older.
  • Must be legally permitted to work in the United States.
  • Must pass pre-employment test if applicable

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Construction/home improvement industry experience.
  • Prior experience managing residential home improvement install projects.

Minimum Education:
  • The knowledge, skills and abilities typically acquired through the completion of a bachelor's degree program or equivalent degree in a field of study related to the job.

Preferred Education:
  • No additional education

Minimum Years of Work Experience:
  • 5

Preferred Years of Work Experience:
  • No additional years of experience

Minimum Leadership Experience:
  • None

Preferred Leadership Experience:
  • None

Certifications:
  • None

Competencies:
  • Action Oriented
  • Business Insights
  • Collaborates
  • Communicates Effectively
  • Customer Focus
  • Strong time management and organizational skills
  • Strong negotiating skills
  • Strong business acumen
  • Problem solving and multi-tasking skills
  • Collaborative leadership skills where strong value is placed on partnerships

For California, Colorado, Connecticut, Rhode Island, Nevada, New York City, Ithaca (NY), Westchester County (NY), and Washington residents:
The pay range for this position is between $21.00 - $26.00

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The Home Depot is the world’s largest home improvement specialty retailer, operating a vast network of warehouse-format stores across the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Founded in 1978, the company has established itself as the primary resource for building materials, lawn and garden products, and home décor. Its business model caters to two distinct customer bases: Do-It-Yourself (DIY) homeowners and "Pro" customers, such as professional contractors and tradespeople. Beyond product sales, the company offers an extensive suite of services, including professional installation and one of the largest tool rental operations in North America.

Industry

Retail and manufacturing

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Atlanta, GA, US

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