Outdoor Lighting Field Operations and Installation Training Manager

Wonderly Lights Corporate•Virginia Beach, VA

22h•$60,000 - $70,000

About The Position

Wonderly Lights is a premium outdoor lighting company specializing in landscape lighting, permanent lighting, and holiday lighting installations . As we continue to grow locally and across our franchise system, we are seeking a Field Operations Lighting Manager who enjoys working outdoors, leading installation crews, and supporting franchise owners through hands-on field training and installation guidance. This role combines field installation leadership with franchise training support , so we’re looking for someone who enjoys working alongside crews while also helping others learn and improve their installation skills. This is not just another installer role — it’s an opportunity to help shape installation quality locally while supporting installation excellence across the Wonderly Lights franchise system.

Requirements

Experience installing landscape lighting, holiday lighting, or low-voltage lighting systems
Comfortable working on ladders and rooftops
Ability to lead a small crew and keep projects moving efficiently
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
Basic electrical knowledge (transformers, wiring, connections)
Strong communication and presentation skills with the ability to demonstrate installation techniques clearly and confidently
Comfortable supporting franchise owners and technicians through hands-on field training
Valid driver’s license
Willingness to travel occasionally to support franchise installation training and field support visits

Nice To Haves

3+ years of outdoor or low-voltage lighting installation experience
Experience supporting or training other installers
Permanent lighting / RGB lighting system experience
Landscape, irrigation, roofing, or exterior construction experience
Low-voltage certification or electrical background

Responsibilities

Support installation training for franchise owners and technicians through hands-on coaching and demonstration
Assist with developing and improving installation training materials and field best practices
Demonstrate installation techniques during franchise support visits and training sessions
Communicate installation standards clearly and confidently to both new and experienced technicians
Serve as a technical resource to help franchise owners troubleshoot installation challenges
Provide occasional on-site or virtual installation support to franchise locations
Travel periodically to assist franchise owners with field installs and installation training support
Troubleshoot installation challenges and resolve field issues efficiently
Ensure crews arrive prepared with materials, tools, and equipment
Coordinate with the Office Manager to confirm job readiness and scheduling priorities
Support roofline holiday lighting installations when needed
Lead landscape lighting and holiday lighting installation crews (typically 2–3 installers)
Work alongside crews in the field and assist with installations when needed
Lead small installation crews on job sites
Support newer installers and reinforce installation standards
Help ensure projects stay organized and on schedule
Communicate job readiness and progress with the office team
Support franchise owners with installation techniques and troubleshooting when needed
Represent Wonderly Lights installation quality standards in the field