Also called: Chimney Technician
Cleans and inspects chimneys to prevent house fires.
Sweeps climb on roofs, run brushes and cameras down flues, remove soot and creosote, and repair chimney liners. Many run their own business.
Estimate.
Certificate, about 1 year after high school. Chimney Safety Institute of America (CSIA) certification.
Ways in: Certification, On-the-job training. Training cost: Under $15k.
Growing about average. No separate BLS projection; estimate based on related occupations.
Low risk for 10 years. Inspection cameras help, but climbing roofs, scrubbing soot and repairing liners stay physical service work.
Age 18+. One way to start: Apply to local chimney sweep companies as a sweep helper; they train you on the job
Classes: Shop class, Business, Chemistry, PE/fitness.
Official data: O*NET occupation 37-2019.
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