Many field service jobs—especially in insulation, roofing, and renovation—can't be completed in a single day. FieldCamp's Multi-Day Job feature allows you to schedule, manage, and track work that spans multiple consecutive days as a single unified commitment.
With Multi-Day Jobs, you can:
Schedule jobs spanning 2+ consecutive days as a single connected block
Assign crews (not just individuals) to the entire job duration
Visualize commitments across your calendar without gaps or confusion
Reschedule entire jobs by moving one block instead of multiple separate visits
Track progress day-by-day while maintaining complete job continuity
The platform treats multi-day jobs as a unified work commitment rather than separate disconnected visits, ensuring your crews know exactly where they need to be and for how long.
1. What is a Multi-Day Job?
A Multi-Day Job is a single job that requires work across two or more consecutive calendar days.
Understanding the Structure
Multi-day jobs follow a clear hierarchy:
Multi-Day Jobs → represent → continuous work spanning multiple days
Visits → still track → individual day progress within the job
Crews → commit to → entire job duration automatically
Single-Day Job vs. Multi-Day Job
Aspect | Single-Day Job | Multi-Day Job |
Duration | Completed in one day | Spans 2+ consecutive days |
Calendar Display | Single block | Connected block across days |
Crew Commitment | One day only | Locked for entire duration |
Rescheduling | Move one visit | Entire block moves together |
Example | HVAC repair, inspection | Spray foam install, full-home insulation |
How Multi-Day Jobs Display
On your calendar, a multi-day job appears as blocks stretching across the scheduled days. This visual representation helps you:
Instantly see crew commitments at a glance
Avoid accidentally double-booking crews mid-job
Understand true availability for new work
Key Insight: Multi-day jobs prevent the common mistake of scheduling a crew elsewhere when they're already committed to an ongoing project.
2. When to Use Multi-Day Jobs
Ideal Use Cases
Large Residential Projects
Full-home insulation installs (2-4 days)
Spray foam + fiber combination jobs
Retrofit projects requiring prep and install phases
Commercial Work
Warehouse insulation (3-7 days)
Office building projects
Multi-unit residential complexes
Complex Project Sequences
Jobs requiring removal → prep → install phases
Projects with curing/drying time between steps
Work dependent on inspections mid-project
When NOT to Use Multi-Day Jobs
Situation | Better Approach |
Same client, different weeks | Separate jobs or recurring visits |
Different crews each day | Separate linked jobs |
Non-consecutive days | Multiple single-day jobs |
Inspection callbacks | New visit on original job |
Best Practice: Use multi-day jobs when the same crew needs to return to the same site on consecutive days to complete one scope of work.
3. Key Concepts
Job Duration
The total number of days the job will take to complete. When creating a multi-day job, you specify:
Start Date: First day of work
End Date: Final day of work (or)
Duration: Number of days (FieldCamp auto-calculates the end date)
Crew Commitment
When you assign a crew to a multi-day job, that crew becomes unavailable for other work during the entire job duration. This prevents:
Double-booking crews accidentally
Scheduling conflicts mid-project
Confusion about who's working where and when
Day-by-Day Visits
Even though multi-day jobs display as one block, FieldCamp automatically creates individual visits for each day. This allows you to:
Track arrival/departure times per day
Log expenses and hours daily
Mark daily progress and milestones
Add day-specific notes and observations
Job Continuity
All visits within a multi-day job are linked. When you perform any of these actions, all related visits update together:
Reschedule the job → All visits move together
Reassign the crew → All days update
Cancel the job → All visits cancel
Important: Think of multi-day jobs as a "container" that holds multiple connected visits as one unit of work.
4. Multi-Day Jobs vs. Recurring Jobs
These are different features designed for different purposes:
Feature | Multi-Day Job | Recurring Job |
Purpose | One project, multiple consecutive days | Repeated service over time |
Schedule Pattern | Day 1, Day 2, Day 3... | Weekly, monthly, quarterly... |
Example | 3-day spray foam install | Monthly HVAC maintenance |
Crew Assignment | Same crew, all days | Can vary per visit |
Billing | One invoice for entire job | Invoice per visit or period |
Calendar View | Single connected block | Separate repeating visits |
Note: Most insulation contractors use multi-day jobs for project work and recurring jobs for maintenance contracts.
5. Crew Types and Multi-Day Scheduling
For insulation contractors managing multiple crew types, multi-day jobs help coordinate specialized teams across complex projects.
Common Crew Types by Job Duration
Crew Type | Typical Job Duration | Primary Equipment |
Spray Foam Crew | 1-3 days | Spray rig |
Fiber/Blown-In Crew | 1-2 days | Blower machine |
Removal/Prep Crew | 1 day | Basic tools |
Inspection Crew | Half day | Testing equipment |
Sequenced Multi-Day Work
Large projects often require multiple crews working in sequence across different days:
Day 1: Removal Crew → Clear existing insulation
Day 2-3: Spray Foam Crew → Install closed-cell foam
Day 4: Fiber Crew → Blow in attic insulation
For sequenced work, you can:
Create one multi-day job and note crew handoffs in daily visit notes
Create linked separate jobs with dependencies (coming soon)
Recommendation: When the same crew handles the entire job, use one multi-day job. When different crews work different days, consider separate linked jobs.
6. Financial Tracking for Multi-Day Jobs
Multi-day jobs consolidate all financial data into one comprehensive view, making profitability analysis straightforward.
Revenue Tracking
Line Items: Total job pricing displayed at job level
Payment Status: Tracks payment progress against entire job value
Invoicing: Generates one invoice for the complete project
Cost Tracking (Aggregated Across All Days)
Cost Type | How It's Tracked |
Labor Hours | Sum of all daily hours logged |
Labor Cost | Total hours × crew rates |
Travel/Mileage | First day arrival + last day departure |
Materials & Expenses | All expenses across all days |
Equipment Costs | Daily rates × job duration |
Profitability Metrics
FieldCamp calculates the following for each multi-day job:
Job Income: Total invoiced amount
Job Cost: Sum of labor + materials + travel + expenses
Profit Margin: Calculated for entire job (not per day)
Insight: Review the Job Logs section to see day-by-day breakdowns while viewing total job profitability across the entire project.
8. Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What happens if a multi-day job runs longer than planned?
A: You can extend the job by editing the end date. This adds additional visits while keeping everything connected. All crew commitments update automatically.
Q: Can I reschedule just one day of a multi-day job?
A: Yes. While the job moves as a block by default, you can adjust individual visit times within the job if needed for flexibility.
Q: How do crews see multi-day jobs on mobile?
A: Crews see their daily visit with a clear indicator showing which day of the job it is (for example, "Day 2 of 4"). They can view the full job details including all scheduled days.
Q: Can I assign different team members to different days?
A: The primary crew assignment covers all days, but you can add or remove individual team members on specific visits for maximum flexibility.
Q: Do multi-day jobs appear on crew invoices?
A: Yes. Crews see the complete multi-day job assignment and can track their daily hours and progress. The job invoices after final day completion.
Summary
Multi-Day Jobs in FieldCamp are designed for the reality of field service work—especially insulation projects that simply can't be completed in a single day. By treating multi-day work as one connected commitment rather than separate disconnected visits, you get:
Better visibility into true crew availability
Fewer scheduling conflicts and double-bookings
Easier rescheduling when plans change
Accurate profitability tracking for entire projects
Next Steps: Start using multi-day jobs for any work spanning 2+ consecutive days to keep your crews organized and your calendar accurate.