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Certified installers can get more jobs, build more trust with their customers and have access to a suite of career-building tools.
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Our training and certification programs will take your career to the next level
Whether you’re just starting out in the industry or you’re leading your own crew of installers, our certification program ensures you and your crew are up-to-date on the latest methods to build greater confidence into every home.
Unlock your limitless potential
Don’t just climb the salary ladder—discover a career in vinyl siding and build your own.
INSTALLER TRAINEE
There is high demand for hard workers with the right skills.
With VSI:
- Start on the job right away with the VSI Installer Trainee Course
- Learn fundamental installation techniques, tools and jobsite safety in our StartSafe Course
- Get introduced to basic vinyl siding products and accessories
up to
$31,000 / yr
$13–15 / hr
INSTALLATION TECHNICIAN
A technician with experience and additional training can grow quickly.
With VSI:
- Start advanced preparation for the Certified Installer Course and Exam
- Learn essential customer service skills
- Gain fundamental team building and leadership skills
up to
$41,600 / yr1
$14–20 / hr
CERTIFIED INSTALLER
Gain leadership skills that can help open up greater opportunities.
With VSI:
- Take the Certified Installer Course and Exam to unlock new opportunities
- Get listed on VSI’s Official Registry of Certified Installers
- Use the VSI logo and brand building resources
- Sign up for advanced courses on installation, code and product knowledge
- Grow your team-building and leadership skills
up to
$56,160 / yr1
$19–27 / hr
CREW CHIEF / LEAD INSTALLER
Possibly grow into a part-ownership role or branch off with your own company.
With VSI:
- Start your path to become a VSI Certified Installer Trainer/Instructor
- Join advanced courses on leadership, facilitation, time management and resources training
- Gain access to VSI’s Official Registry of Certified Installers and Trainers
up to
$70,000 / yr1
$27–33 / hr
SUB-CONTRACTOR / OWNER-OPERATOR
Grow your business even beyond vinyl siding.
With VSI:
- Access small business continuing education courses and supporting resources
- Join workshops on social media best practices, digital platforms and general marketing
- Gain full access to VSI’s Official Registry of Certified Installers, Trainers and Trainees
- Find new opportunities with industry, technology, tools and equipment partners
$117,000 / yr2
$33–52 / hr
- Siding Installer Salary, salaryexpert.com 2021
- Contractor Salary, salaryexpert.com 2021
INSTALLER TRAINEE PROGRAM
If you’re just starting out in the industry, our trainee program delivers the knowledge and experience to do your best work.
Get StartedCERTIFIED INSTALLER PROGRAM
Our certification program is for experienced installers looking to build more trust with customers and take their work to the next level.
GET CERTIFIEDBuild The Life You Want
If sitting behind a desk in a stuffy office doesn’t sound like the life you’re seeking, start building success on your terms with a career in vinyl siding.
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