INSTALL AND DISMANTLE SUPERVISOR

The Trade Group; Grapevine (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The Trade Group in Grapevine, TX is seeking an Install and Dismantle Supervisor to lead field crews through exhibit installation, dismantle, packing, and shipment coordination. You will oversee on-site labor, ensure safety and quality, and coordinate with project managers to keep shows on schedule.

This role requires reading drawings, supervising installation approaches, tracking time for costing, and traveling up to 30% to show sites.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 5–7 years as an I&D Technician or Lead.
• Ability to read drawings and renderings for exhibit assembly.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds and use hand tools/measurement devices.
• Customer‑facing presence and teamwork ability.
• Reliable transportation; travel up to 30%.

Responsibilities

• Lead installation and dismantle of trade show exhibits in warehouse and at show sites.
• Supervise on-site labor teams; ensure safety and show-ready standards.
• Review drawings and project details to confirm dimensions and installation approach.
• Pack and ship exhibits; inspect and prepare for transport.
• Track time on projects; support accurate job costing.
• Maintain safe, organized work environments; comply with policies.
• Travel up to 30% to support projects and showsites.

Skills

Team leadership

Customer focus

Blueprint interpretation

Communication

Problem solving

Safety compliance

Time management

Travel readiness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Measurement devices

Job description

The Install and Dismantle Supervisor leads field and labor crews through exhibit installation, dismantle, packing, shipment coordination, and show-site problem solving. This role is responsible for keeping work safe, accurate, on schedule, and aligned with client expectations.

Schedule:

This position may require additional hours beyond 40 per week based on project deadlines, show schedules, and business needs.

JOB SUMMARY:

Responsible for meeting clients’ needs by supervising and assigning job tasks related to set-ups and takedowns in the field, coordinating shipments; supervising on-site show labor, handling on-site problems, completing reports concerning field services jobs; recommending cost-saving measures to clients; and confirming inbound and outbound freight.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Lead installation and dismantle of trade show exhibits, displays, and related components in the warehouse and at show sites.
• Supervise on-site labor teams to complete work safely, accurately, and to show-ready standards.
• Review setup drawings, construction drawings, blueprints, and project details to confirm exhibit dimensions, assembly requirements, and installation approach.
• Pull, assemble, stage, inspect, dismantle, and pack exhibits and exhibit-related components prior to shipment.
• Review staged projects for quality and completeness, and provide timely updates to the Project Manager and/or Engineer when needed.
• Load, unload, pack, and secure equipment and exhibit materials for safe transport.
• Assist with inventory, repair, cleaning, and maintenance of equipment in the warehouse and at event sites.
• Ensure equipment is fully operational and ready for project use.
• Identify, analyze, and resolve project issues, or partner with a supervisor to determine the appropriate resolution.
• Track and report time spent on each project to support accurate job costing.
• Comply with company, federal, and show-site health and safety policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe working environment.
• Travel as needed, up to 30% of the time, to support project and show-site requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• High School Diploma or GED
• 5 to 7 years as an I&D Technician and/or I&D Lead preferred.
• Must understand drawings and renderings as applies to graphic and exhibit assembly
• Must be passionate about working with people and be customer-centric.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
• Working knowledge and use of hand tools and measurements devices.
• Ability to work accurately and quickly under company deadlines.
• Cooperative, courteous, flexible and good natured.
• Conscientious, persistent, resourceful, productive and active.
• Must have the ability to exercise considerable judgment and discretion in establishing and maintaining good working relationships and deal with employees in an efficient and professional manner.
• Must have reliable transportation.
• Must have attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to prioritize and balance multiple tasks and commitment to meeting and exceeding deadlines and goals.