Experienced Window Treatment Installer
About The Position
We are seeking an experienced, full time Window Treatment Installer to support a growing, high-end residential installation business based in Streamwood, IL. This is a 1099 contractor role for a seasoned professional who takes pride in precision, efficiency, and delivering exceptional work in luxury homes. We provide the clients, projects, and scheduling—your focus is on executing high-quality installations. This position requires someone who is detail-oriented, personable with clients, and comfortable managing a full schedule of installations across the Chicagoland area.
Requirements
- 5+ years of proven, hands-on experience installing Blinds, Shades, and Drapery
- Familiarity/agility with motorized window treatments
- Strong measuring skills and attention to detail
- Experience working in high-end residential settings
- Excellent communication and professionalism with clients and team
- Must be reliable, punctual, and able to work independently with minimal oversight
- Strong problem-solving ability
- Highly organized and comfortable managing multiple jobs per day
- Ability to lift 60+ lbs, work on tall ladders (10-12ft), and handle physical demands of the role
- Proficiency with text communication, documentation
- Agility with Excel and Outlook
- Must have your own truck or van and tools
- Dress in a professional and presentable manner to accurately represent the company brand (Polo, Slacks, no visible tattoos or piercings)
Nice To Haves
- This is an exclusive working relationship, installer must be committed to working solely with this company
Responsibilities
- Install blinds, shades, drapery, and motorized window treatments in high-end residential environments
- Perform accurate measuring and installation prep
- Complete 3–5 jobs per day, primarily installations (approx. 80%) with some service/repair work (approx. 20%)
- Start each day by reporting to the shop to load materials and pick up paperwork, and reviewing daily itinerary and job details
- Document completed work by taking photos and collecting client sign-offs
- Communicate updates and any issues to the team
- Return paperwork daily to support invoicing and project tracking
- Purchase small materials as needed and manage job-site readiness
- Maintain professionalism when working in client homes, including high-rise and luxury environments
Benefits
- $36–$40/hour, based on experience
- 40–50 hours per week
- Guaranteed minimum of 30 hours per week
- Paid for drive time
- Mileage reimbursement (including parking, tolls, etc)
- Reimbursement for approved job-related materials
- Company pays for liability insurance
- Company matches Social Security contribution (1099 structure)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
1-10 employees
