Careers
WE’RE HIRING ACROSS FLORIDA

We’re growing across Florida – and looking for people to grow with us.



The majority of our work is performed by Real Ceilings employees, with trusted trade partners supporting select scopes and projects. As we grow across Florida, we’re creating opportunities for experienced installers, project managers, superintendents, and people ready to learn the trade.

We’re not the easiest company….

A team that takes pride in the work.

We set a high bar for craftsmanship, accountability, and safety—and give our people the tools and support to meet it.

Real work, real crews

You won’t be staffed through a broker. Your crew is yours. Your superintendent knows your name. The work you do goes on our record — so we take it as seriously as you do.

Growth that’s actually happening

Real Ceilings is in active expansion — Orlando, Jacksonville, Gainesville, Fort Myers. New projects, new market leadership roles, and a need for people who can carry the standard into a new territory.

Complex work worth knowing

We install specialty wood and metal systems, acoustic clouds, curved geometries. If you want to be the installer or PM who knows what to do when it gets hard, this is where you learn it

A culture that means something

Our values — Responsibility, Efficiency, Autonomy, Leadership — describe how we run projects.
Superintendents make real decisions. Project managers aren’t order-takers.

Open positions

Four roles. One standard.

All positions are full-time W-2 employment — not subcontract, not day labor. Tools and vehicles provided for field roles.

We are seeking an Apprentice to join our training program and learn the skills needed to build a career in commercial acoustical ceiling installation. This is a hands-on entry-level position focused on learning through on-the-job training, supervised project work, and guidance from experienced crew members.

Key Responsibilities
Assist experienced installers and mechanics with commercial acoustical ceiling projects
Learn basic acoustical ceiling installation methods and procedures
Learn how to safely use hand tools, power tools, and jobsite equipment
Assist with hanging wires, wall mold, main tees, and ceiling grid systems
Assist with measuring, marking, and preparing work areas
Move, stock, and organize tools, materials, and equipment
Assist with jobsite setup and cleanup
Follow directions from the Installer, Mechanic, and Superintendent
Learn to read and understand basic project drawings and layouts
Follow all company safety procedures and jobsite requirements
Maintain a dependable, professional, and positive attitude
Other duties as assigned
What we are looking for
No previous construction experience required; construction or labor experience is a plus
Willingness to learn and participate in a hands-on training program
Strong work ethic and willingness to take direction
Dependable and punctual
Safety-focused and willing to follow company and jobsite rules
Ability to work well with a team
Positive attitude and willingness to grow within the company
Ability to perform physical job duties in a commercial construction environment
Ability to work overtime and weekends when required
Valid driver's license and reliable transportation required

We are seeking an Acoustic Ceiling Installer to join our training program and develop into a Mechanic-level role. This is a hands-on position focused on learning acoustical ceiling installation in Class-A commercial spaces through on-the-job training and supervised project work.

Key Responsibilities
Install acoustical ceiling grid and tile in commercial interiors
Learn layout, blueprint reading, elevations, and installation methods
Hang wires, install wall mold, main tees, and grid systems
Assist with specialty ceilings including clouds and verticals
Measure, mark, and prepare surfaces per drawings
Move, stock, and organize tools, materials, and equipment
Assist with jobsite setup, cleanup, and coordination with other trades
Support crew operations and follow superintendent direction
Follow all safety procedures and jobsite requirements
Other duties as assigned
What we are looking for
1–3+ years of construction or labor experience preferred
Willingness to learn and grow in a training program
Strong teamwork and communication skills
Dependable, safety-focused, and positive attitude
Ability to work overtime when required
Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation required

We are seeking an Acoustic Ceiling Mechanic to install acoustical ceiling systems in Class-A commercial spaces. This role supports safe, accurate installation while working closely with crew members, superintendents, and general contractors to complete projects on time and to quality standards.

Key Responsibilities
Install acoustical ceiling grid and tile in commercial interiors
Read and interpret blueprints for layout, elevations, and installation
Hang wires, install wall mold, main tees, and grid systems
Install specialty ceilings including clouds and verticals (as experienced)
Identify and resolve jobsite issues proactively
Coordinate with GC’s and other trades on site
Support and assist in leading crews of 3+ employees
Train and support less experienced team members
Maintain, move, and organize tools and materials
Follow all safety procedures and jobsite requirements
Other duties as assigned
What we are looking for
1–3+ years of construction or labor experience preferred
Ability to read blueprints preferred
Strong teamwork and communication skills
Positive, dependable, and safety-focused mindset
Ability to work overtime when required
Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation required

We are seeking a dedicated Training Manager to lead our Apprentice Program and develop the next generation of skilled construction professionals. This role is responsible for recruiting, training, mentoring, and retaining apprentices while ensuring they successfully progress into Installer roles through hands-on field training and coaching.

Key Responsibilities
Recruit, interview, and hire Apprentice candidates
Maintain a full Apprentice roster through active development and retention efforts
Train, mentor, and develop Apprentices into Installers within a six-month program
Maintain onboarding, equipment, performance, and corrective action documentation
Monitor Apprentice performance, attendance, and progress
Coordinate training schedules and field assignments
Build strong relationships with field supervisors, project teams, and customers
Promote safety, accountability, professionalism, and continuous improvement
What we are looking for
3+ years of commercial construction experience preferred
Previous leadership, training, or supervisory experience
Strong communication, coaching, and organizational skills
Ability to mentor and develop employees
Proficient in Microsoft Office and basic computer systems
Valid driver's license and ability to travel as needed
Ability to work in active construction environments
What you get

Real benefits. Clearly stated.

We’d rather show you the actual list than promise ‘great benefits’ and make you ask HR what that means. Here’s what every full-time employee gets, in plain terms.

Health insurance

Medical coverage is provided free to every employee. Optional dental and vision plans are also available, so you can choose the coverage that best fits your needs.

401(k) retirement

A company-sponsored 401(k) with contribution matching, because two decades of building ceilings should mean something when you’re ready to stop climbing ladders.

Paid time off

PTO accrues for every full-time employee, whether you’re running a crew in the field or managing a project from the office. It’s earned, it’s tracked, and it’s yours to use — no asterisks.

Training & certification

OSHA 10/30, manufacturer-specific certifications, and continuing education — fully supported, fully paid for. We invest in the credentials that make you more valuable on every jobsite you walk onto.

Company vehicles & tools

Training managers, senior project managers, and superintendents are provided with a company vehicle and the tools needed to support their teams and get the job done.

Statewide growth opportunity

When Real Ceilings opens a new market — Orlando, Jacksonville, wherever’s next — internal candidates get first look at the leadership roles. Growth here isn’t a talking point; it’s happening, and it’s yours to move into.

The Work

This isn’t just a tile and grid

Here’s what ‘ceiling work’ actually means once you’re past the entry-level scopes.

Project photography. Kirkland Ranch

Here’s what ‘ceiling work’ actually means once you’re past the entry-level scopes. Real Ceilings has built ceiling systems most specialty subs won’t attempt — aluminum linear pan systems in an active airport terminal, specialty wood baffles in hotel lobbies, acoustic clouds in university performing arts centers, cleanroom-adjacent systems in Florida hospital ORs.

If you want a career where the ceiling you install ends up in a building that matters, we’d like to talk.

where this goes

Real Ceilings is expanding. That means the career paths are real.

We promote from within. When we open a new market, the person who leads field operations there isn’t a new hire — it’s the superintendent who earned that trust here.

Installer Track
Apprentice Installer Mechanic Training Manager Superintendent Regional Field Lead
PM Track
Project Coordinator Project Manager Senior PM Branch Manager

Our future Jacksonville superintendent is probably installing ceiling in Tampa right now. Our future Orlando PM may be managing their first project this year. Growth is the strategy — the people who grow with us are the ones who make it work.

Safety Record

Safety is part of every job, every day.

That’s not a slogan. It’s a number, and it’s below.

Project photography.

The industry average EMR is 1.0. Ours is .64. That number reflects three decades of job sites where safety was treated as a baseline expectation — not a meeting topic, not a sign on a wall.

We provide OSHA training. We enforce protocols. We give superintendents the authority to stop work when conditions require it. You are a Real Ceilings employee — not a contract laborer who’s replaceable if something goes wrong.

Apply Now

If you take the craft seriously, so do we.

We’re hiring across Tampa Bay, Orlando, Jacksonville, Fort Myers, and Gainesville. We want experienced field people, capable project managers, and motivated apprentices who want to learn the trade correctly.

Send us your information. We respond to every inquiry within 48 hours.

Prefer to call? (813) 837-8181 or email: careers@realceilings.com

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