Lead Custom Window Treatment and Automation Installer

Bumble Bee Blinds; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Training & development

Profit sharing

Employee discounts

Job summary

Bumble Bee Blinds of Houston Heights is a premier window treatment company delivering luxury, custom installations for homes and commercial spaces. The team blends craftsmanship with modern automation, partnering with Hunter Douglas, Graber, Norman, Alta, and Somfy to ensure flawless results and a white-glove client experience.

The Lead Installer role is field-based across the Greater Houston area, Monday–Friday, 40 hours with occasional overtime.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in finish carpentry or window treatment installation.
• Familiarity with high-end brands like Hunter Douglas, Graber, Norman, Alta, Somfy.
• Strong Bluetooth/Wi-Fi and smart-home automation knowledge.
• Proficient with power tools, anchors, fasteners, and laser measures.
• Excellent communication and presentable appearance.

Responsibilities

• Measure openings precisely for custom products.
• Install interior blinds, shades, shutters, drapery, and exterior shades.
• Program and troubleshoot motorized window treatments with smart-home platforms.
• Educate clients on product functionality and app controls.
• Maintain a clean work site and manage inventory on the company vehicle.

Skills

Finish carpentry

Window treatment installation

Brand knowledge

Tech savvy

Tool proficiency

Professionalism

Driving

Tools

Power tools

Laser measuring

Job description

Benefits:

• Bonus based on performance
• Company car
• Competitive salary
• Employee discounts
• Free uniforms
• Opportunity for advancement
• Profit sharing
• Training & development

About Us

Bumble Bee Blinds of Houston Heights is a premier window treatment company dedicated to transforming luxury homes and commercial spaces with high-end, custom-tailored installations. From elegant interior drapery and custom shutters to advanced exterior patio shades, we blend craftsmanship with modern innovation. We work with the industry's finest brands—including Hunter Douglas, Graber, Norman, Alta, and Somfy—to deliver flawless execution and a white-glove customer experience. If you are a skilled craftsman with an eye for detail, an interest in smart-home technology, and a passion for premium client service, we want you on our team.

Job Overview

• Position: Full-Time Custom Window Treatment & Automation Installer
• Hours: Monday through Friday, 40 hours per week (occasional overtime)
• Location: Field-based, traveling to residential and commercial client sites across the Greater Houston area

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary Range: $75,000 – $100,000 per year (equivalent to $36.00 – $48.00 per hour based on experience)
• Transportation: Fully equipped company service vehicle provided for all work travel, including a company gas card
• Tools & Tech: All specialized power tools, commercial-grade ladders, testing equipment, and a company smartphone/tablet are provided
• Benefits Package:
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
  • Continuous paid training on the latest home automation, Somfy, Lutron, and smart-home technologies

Key Responsibilities

• Measure: Capture highly precise window and patio opening measurements to guarantee an exact fit for custom products
• Install: Securely mount premium interior blinds, shades, shutters, drapery, and heavy-duty exterior patio shades on various surfaces (wood, drywall, stucco, brick)
• Automate: Program, configure, and troubleshoot motorized window treatments, integrating Somfy and other motorized platforms into client smart-home automation systems (e.g., Apple HomeKit, Alexa, Google Home)
• Educate: Demonstrate product functionality, app controls, and remote programming to clients, ensuring an excellent customer service experience
• Maintain: Maintain a clean work site, haul away old hardware/packaging, and manage inventory on the company service vehicle

A Day in the Life of our Lead Installer

• Morning Prep: Start the morning at the warehouse to review the day's digital schedule, double-check custom client orders (shutters, motorized shades, and drapery tracks), and load the company vehicle
• Precision Execution: Travel directly to high-end residential and commercial client sites. You will use laser measures to double-check fits, securely mount custom interior treatments, and anchor heavy-duty motorized shades onto exterior patios
• Smart Integration: Power up motorized units and cleanly route any wiring. You will configure the tech via Bluetooth or Wi‑Fi, program the remote channels, and sync them seamlessly into the client's existing smart‑home hubs
• Client Hand-off: Walk the client through their new system. Show them how smoothly the shades glide, demonstrate app integration or voice commands, answer questions, and leave the workspace absolutely spotless

Required Qualifications

• Experience:3+ years of experience in finish carpentry, window treatment installation, or a similar hands‑on trade
• Brand Knowledge: Familiarity with high‑end brands like Hunter Douglas, Graber, Norman, Alta, or Somfy is highly preferred
• Tech Savvy: Strong familiarity with Bluetooth, Wi‑Fi configuration, and smart‑home automation systems for setting up motorized units
• Tool Proficiency: Mastery of power tools, specialized anchors, fasteners, and laser measuring devices
• Professionalism: Exceptional communication skills and a clean, presentable appearance suitable for high‑end residential work
• Credentials: Valid driver’s license and a clean driving record

Physical Requirements

• Lifting: Ability to lift up to 50–70 pounds (essential for large shutters and exterior patio rollers)
• Heights: Comfort working safely on tall ladders, scaffolding, or step stools for high‑ceiling or outdoor installations