Lead Furniture Installer

Collaborative & Supportive Team. Detailed Work. Great Workspace. Fun People. Potential to Grow.

As a Lead Furniture Installer youll bring workspaces to life through precise efficient installations that deliver quality results and uphold Innovates reputation for excellence.

WHAT WE OFFER

Innovate is a team. We ensure that all team members feel valued by living our Core this role you will be expected to:

• Be Transformational
• Be Exceptional
• Be Accountable
• Be Meaningful
• Be Safe

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

Installation & Project Leadership

• Lead and manage an installation crew.
• Read and interpret furniture drawings specifications installation instructions and material lists.
• Lead installations of workstations offices conference rooms storage systems and ancillary furniture.
• Review site conditions and proactively resolve installation challenges.
• Coordinate daily crew activities and maintain accountability for schedules and quality.

Technical Expertise & Problem Solving

• Serve as the on-site technical expert for furniture installation methods and best practices.
• Perform advanced installations requiring carpentry and field-modification skills.
• Mount wall cabinets markerboards overhead storage and accessories.
• Install and cut-in conference table power modules data ports and related accessories.
• Troubleshoot installation issues and adapt to changing field conditions.

Client Communication & Team Collaboration

• Serve as Innovates primary on-site representative.
• Communicate professionally with clients contractors project managers and designers.
• Provide project status updates and communicate field conditions.
• Train and mentor entry-level installers.

Quality & Safety

• Adhere to all company safety protocols and best practices.
• Maintain a clean organized and safe work environment at job sites.
• Inspect installations to verify proper assembly alignment and stability.

The above job description is general in nature and may not identify all the duties/functions required to complete the day-to-day Lead Furniture Installer tasks.

QUALIFICATIONS

1. 1. Minimum 8 years of commercial furniture installation experience.
2. 2. Experience leading installation crews.
3. 3. Strong understanding of furniture plans specifications and materials lists.
4. 4. Experience with a wide range of furniture manufacturers preferred.
5. 5. Possess carpentry skills with proficiency in using power tools dollies and dock equipment.
6. 6. Physically capable of lifting and moving heavy items (100 lbs).
7. 7. Strong attention to detail and problem-solving ability.
8. 8. Reliable transportation to and from job sites.
9. 9. Willingness to work flexible hours and possible overtime.
   
   

WORK ENVIRONMENT

1. 1. Steel-toed boots and Innovate uniform (logo shirt and khaki pants) must be worn daily.
2. 2. Work is performed at various client locations including office buildings schools and healthcare facilities.
3. 3. Physical activity includes standing bending lifting and moving furniture for extended periods.

JOIN THE FAMILY

Innovate is a full-service design firm in Fort Wayne Indiana. With over 75 years of combined experience doing projects large and small our team has the skills to bring your space to life.

Please visit our website to learn more!

Innovate Commercial Interiors

Required Experience:

Manager