Lead Field / Install Technician - San Jose, CA

Lifeway Mobility Holdings LLC; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 44,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work vehicle supplied

Tools provided

Paid time off

Job summary

Lifeway Mobility is seeking a Lead Field / Install Technician in San Jose, CA. This hands-on role installs and services accessibility products, with a focus on quality, safety, and customer satisfaction.

The position offers a full-time schedule, a local work site, and opportunities for growth through training and performance-based bonuses. A supportive team and comprehensive benefits are highlighted.

Qualifications

• Two years of field work experience.
• Experience mentoring or guiding junior technicians on site.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Proactively communicate issues or delays to the office/manager.
• Load the company vehicle each morning.
• Install and repair accessibility products (wheelchair ramps, stair lifts, ceiling lifts).
• Explain projects to customers and answer questions.

Skills

Field work

Mentoring on site

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Position Title: Lead Field / Install Technician - San Jose, CA

Location: San Jose, CA, USA

Req. ID: 291

Join our Team and Make a Difference!

At Lifeway Mobility, we believe that everyone deserves to live comfortably, independently, and safely in their own homes. As a leading nationwide provider of accessibility solutions, we are dedicated to enabling individuals with accessibility needs to remain in the place they love.

We are more than just a company – we are a community driven by our Core Values of Putting People First, Being Accountable, and Doing Well While Doing Good. These principles guide everything we do, from the products we offer to the way we interact with our customers and each other.

Joining our team means becoming part of a highly engaged workforce where you will have access to training opportunities, growth potential, and a comprehensive benefits plan. Whether you're starting your career or looking to take the next step, Lifeway Mobility offers a supportive environment where you can thrive and make a difference.

Senior Installation Technician

• Flexible/4-day work week potential!
• Work vehicle supplied!
• Tools provided!
• 40+ hours/week YEAR ROUND!
• Paid Time off!
• 401K, medical, dental, vision, and other benefits!

Location: San Jose, CA

Schedule: Full-Time, Monday – Friday

Are you looking for a hands‑on career where you can make a real difference in people's lives? Do you have a background in construction, carpentry, HVAC, solar and are looking for something different where you can grow in your career and provide important solutions that better lives? At lifeway, we install and service accessibility solutions- like wheelchair ramps, stair lifts, and ceiling lifts - that help individuals regain their freedom and independence. If you take pride in your work, enjoy problem‑solving, and want a career with growth potential and paid training, this is the opportunity for you. And when your branch meets its goals, you'll earn monthly bonuses for every customer served- with performance pay that can boost your hourly rate by $3 or more!

What You’ll Do

• Proactively communicate issues or delays to the office/manager rather than waiting to be asked
• Pick up and load the company vehicle at our location each morning
• Install and repair accessibility products, including wheelchair ramps, stair lifts, and ceiling lifts
• Explain the project to the customer and answer any questions they may have
• Enter work order and inventory data into our system (basic computer skills required)
• Receive paid manufacturer training and hands‑on learning to develop your skills
• Work independently or as part of a two‑person team
• Jobs may range from a few hours to a few days—no overnight travel required
• Occasional Saturday overtime available
• All tools provided

Why Join Us?

• Purpose‑driven work that helps individuals maintain independence and mobility
• Career growth opportunities with training and hands‑on experience
• Steady, year‑round work with no seasonal slowdowns

Who We’re Looking For

• At least two years of field work experience
• Proven experience mentoring or informally leading less experienced technicians — comfortable setting the tone for quality, safety, and professionalism on site, and serving as the go‑to resource for junior techs when a manager isn't present.
• Experience using hand and power tools
• Basic computer skills for work orders and inventory
• Strong customer service and communication skills
• High school diploma or GED
• Background in construction, carpentry, HVAC, solar, or other installation/service trades is a plus
• Ability to pass a background check, drug test, and motor vehicle record check
• Valid driver’s license and ability to drive a company vehicle to job sites

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift 75+ lbs. and work overhead for short periods
• Comfortable working both indoors and outdoors year‑round
• Able to climb ladders, crouch, and occasionally work in confined spaces and at heights

If you're looking for more than just a job—if you want a career with purpose and the chance to make a real impact, we’d love to meet you!

At Lifeway Mobility, we care about our employees' well‑being. Join our team and enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, 401k, employer paid life and LTD and some voluntary benefits too. We set you up for success at the start- with our Academy, which includes virtual and in person training, ongoing support, and the opportunity to grow, either in your role, or into a new role. Plus, you'll have the opportunity to relax and recharge with 7 paid holidays and three weeks of PTO.

Lifeway Mobility is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Details

Pay Type: Hourly

Hiring Min Rate: 32 USD

Hiring Max Rate: 36 USD

Compensation details: 32-36 Hourly Wage