Lead Shade Installer / Foreman

Contexture•Nashville, TN

About The Position

The Lead Shade Installer / Foreman is a key member of Contexture’s Installation team and reports to the Install Manager. The role leads crews installing Contexture products in commercial and residential environments, including roller shades and other window treatments. The Foreman is accountable for quality installation, job-site safety, appropriate tool use, cleanliness, and communication about job-site issues and progress. The Foreman supervises and manages crews of 1–4 installers, organizes and executes job assignments, and helps train new employees using the company’s training system. The role requires window-treatment installation experience, leadership skills, customer service, strong attention to detail, and effective written and in-person communication with crews and leadership. Work includes using hand and power tools, ladders and scaffolding, working at heights, and lifting 50–80 pounds overhead. The schedule may include flexible hours, early starts, late finishes, and weekends based on project schedules, as well as out-of-state travel for up to 2–3 weeks at a time. The position is full-time, with a stated workload of 40–50 hours per week. The advertised pay range is $30–$35 per hour, based on experience. Contexture describes itself as a growing company operating across 20 states and offers year-round, hands-on training.

Requirements

At least 4 years of construction-industry experience installing roller shades and window treatments (stated as an ideal-candidate qualification).
At least 2 years of leadership experience (stated as an ideal-candidate qualification).
Experience supervising installation crews.
Proficiency with basic hand and electric carpentry-related tools.
Ability to work skillfully with both hands constantly.
Ability to use a tape measure and work with angles; excellent math skills.
Good written and verbal English skills.
Basic computer skills, including MS Word and Excel (stated as an ideal-candidate qualification).
Ability to lift 50–80 pounds overhead and work on feet for extended periods.
Ability to work at various heights and from ladders and scaffolding.
Ability to work 40–50 hours per week, with flexible hours, early starts, late finishes, and weekends when project schedules require.
Ability to travel out of state, potentially for 2–3 weeks at a time.
Ability to identify unsafe working conditions.
Strong attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
Demonstrated leadership skills and ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Must pass a pre-employment drug test and background check.
Must have a clean driving record.
Receptiveness to continuous learning and consistent, hands-on training.

Nice To Haves

Creative solutions and problem-solving skills.
Desire to improve and engage in daily tasks.

Responsibilities

Lead installation teams and supervise and manage crews of 1–4 installers.
Organize, plan, and execute job assignments.
Install Contexture products in commercial and residential environments, learning and leading by example.
Ensure professional, high-quality installation and supervise quality control.
Keep detailed notes of completed work and report progress to superiors.
Maintain and implement safety measures and procedures; identify unsafe working conditions and comply with Contexture safety policies that meet and exceed OSHA standards.
Use tools properly and maintain a clean work environment.
Communicate efficiently with crews and leadership, including reporting job-site issues.
Provide excellent customer service to clients.
Use the company’s training system to develop the skills of new employees.
Ensure materials are high-quality and products are built in compliance with Contexture specifications.
Prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
Foster a team mentality and work independently as well as collaboratively.
Participate in continuous, hands-on learning and perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Health insurance, 60–90% company funded.
Dental and vision insurance, 65–70% company funded.
Voluntary life insurance.
Voluntary accident and critical illness insurance.
Company-paid basic life insurance, 100% company funded.
Company-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance, 100% company funded.
Company-paid accidental death and dismemberment insurance, 100% company funded.
Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Account.
401(k) plan with company-guaranteed match up to 4%.
Paid time off (PTO).
Eight company-paid holidays.
Monthly company social event.
Parental leave of absence based on tenure.
Virtual tutoring program for team members’ school-aged children.