Holiday Lighting Crew Lead

Humbug Holiday Lighting; Millburn (NJ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Humbug Holiday Lighting in Millburn, NJ is seeking a Holiday Lighting Crew Lead for our seasonal team. You will supervise installations, takedowns, and maintenance across residential and commercial properties, ensuring high-quality and safe workmanship outdoors.

Ideal candidates have prior lighting or related field experience, a valid driver’s license, and a flexible schedule including weekends. This is a hands-on leadership role with outdoor work and strong customer service expectations.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in holiday lighting, landscaping, construction, or a related field preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to lead a small crew and manage time effectively in the field.
• Comfortable working at heights using ladders and on rooftops in various weather conditions.
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work a flexible seasonal schedule including weekends.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a crew during holiday lighting installations, takedowns, and maintenance visits.
• Safely install, troubleshoot, and remove exterior holiday light displays on residential and commercial properties.
• Ensure all installations meet quality and safety standards, including ladder and roofline work.
• Manage daily job schedules, coordinate crew assignments, and communicate with office staff.
• Inspect lighting systems and perform on-site repairs or bulb replacements as needed.

Skills

Crew leadership

Outdoor installation

Driving license

Quality workmanship

Job description

About the Role:

Humbug Holiday Lighting of Suburban Essex is looking for an energetic and dependable Holiday Lighting Crew Lead to join our seasonal team in Millburn, NJ! This is a hands-on leadership role where you'll help bring the magic of the holiday season to life for homeowners and businesses across the community. If you love working outdoors, leading a team, and making people smile, this is the perfect seasonal opportunity for you!

Responsibilities:

• Lead and supervise a crew during holiday lighting installations, takedowns, and maintenance visits


• Safely install, troubleshoot, and remove exterior holiday light displays on residential and commercial properties


• Ensure all installations meet quality and safety standards, including ladder and roofline work


• Manage daily job schedules, coordinate crew assignments, and communicate with office staff


• Inspect lighting systems and perform on-site repairs or bulb replacements as needed


• Maintain and organize equipment, vehicles, and inventory at job sites and in the warehouse


• Deliver excellent customer service and represent the Humbug brand professionally on every job

Requirements:

• Prior experience in holiday lighting, landscaping, construction, or a related field preferred


• Demonstrated ability to lead a small crew and manage time effectively in the field


• Comfortable working at heights using ladders and on rooftops in various weather conditions


• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record required


• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship


• Reliable, punctual, and able to work a flexible seasonal schedule including weekends


• Positive attitude and strong customer-facing communication skills

About Us:

Humbug Holiday Lighting is a proud division of Pest Hunters, a trusted home services company serving Suburban Essex County, NJ. We've built a reputation for reliability, professionalism, and delivering stunning holiday displays that our customers look forward to year after year. Our team enjoys a fun, fast-paced seasonal work environment where hard work is recognized and every install is something to be proud of.