Traveling General Labor Team Lead

SPAR Inc.•Des Moines, IA

2d•$24 - $26

About The Position

SPAR Marketing Force is hiring a hands-on Traveling General Labor Team Lead to oversee crews working on retail remodels, resets, installations, and other project-based work. The team lead supervises approximately 8–12 team members while working alongside them to complete project tasks safely, accurately, and efficiently. The role involves leading and supporting crew members, assigning daily tasks, monitoring work quality, communicating project progress, and helping keep projects on schedule. Hands-on work may include general labor, shelving and fixture installation, signage, merchandising resets, store remodels, moving materials, and other project tasks. This position requires extensive travel and overnight shifts, typically from 8:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m.; scheduled days vary by project. Hotel accommodations are provided. The company also offers mileage reimbursement, meal per diem, tolls, and approved expenses. SPAR Marketing Force supports national retail stores with new store setups, merchandising resets, fixture installations, and full retail remodels.

Requirements

Experience leading a crew in general labor, retail, construction, remodeling, installation, or similar hands-on work.
Ability to use hand and power tools.
Ability to follow instructions and project plans.
Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
Ability to travel extensively and work overnight shifts.
Ability to repeatedly lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

Lead and support a crew of approximately 8–12 team members while working alongside them.
Assign daily tasks to crew members.
Monitor work quality and help ensure tasks are completed safely, accurately, and efficiently.
Communicate project progress and help keep projects on schedule.
Perform hands-on general labor and project tasks, including shelving and fixture installation, signage, merchandising resets, store remodels, and moving materials.