Lead Installer

Singer Equipment Company; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

401K with company match

Group life insurance

Flexible spending

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

Singer Equipment Company is seeking a Lead Installer to manage the installation of food service equipment at client sites nationwide. This role combines technical expertise, leadership, and a commitment to safety and quality, ensuring installations meet the highest standards.

You will coordinate with General Contractors, supervise installation staff, and travel 3–4 nights per week as needed. The position offers competitive pay and comprehensive benefits with career growth in a dynamic industry.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Willing to travel 3–4 nights per week.
• Physical abilities including heavy lifting; climbing, bending, kneeling and squatting.
• Able to work on construction sites, operational kitchens and cafeterias, warehouses and loading docks.
• Mechanically inclined – knowledge of hand tools is required.
• Construction/electrical/plumbing/forklift experience helpful.
• Team player, reliable and willing to work.
• Experience with company emailing and use of a smartphone.
• Must have a valid driver's license and insurable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Delivery and installation of kitchen equipment locally and nationwide.
• Able to coordinate with the General Contractor on-site.
• Guide and assist installation team to maintain productivity and uphold standards.
• Moving heavy objects and using power tools.
• Communicate with customers and project managers for project success.
• Some warehouse work and building maintenance may be required occasionally.

Skills

Team player

Reliable

Willing to work

Communication

Detail-oriented

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Why Singer?

Singer Equipment Company is not just a seller of food equipment - we cultivate partnerships and amplify success. Singer isn't a place to work; it's a place to thrive. We empower our employees, fostering an environment where they can grow professionally and contribute to something larger than themselves.

Why Singer?

Singer Equipment Company is not just a seller of food equipment - we cultivate partnerships and amplify success. Singer isn't a place to work; it's a place to thrive. We empower our employees, fostering an environment where they can grow professionally and contribute to something larger than themselves. We are the proud, 3-time recipient of the Foodservice and Supplies Dealer of the Year Award. Our commitment to our customers has earned us an unbeatable reputation within our industry. This is your opportunity to join a winning team! At Singer Equipment Company, we value each and every one of our dedicated staff and therefore are pleased to offer a competitive starting wage, a comprehensive benefits package including:

• medical
• dental
• vision
• short term and long-term disability
• 401K with company match
• group life insurance
• flexible spending
• paid time off
• paid holidays

Why You'll Love Working Here

• Make a Difference: Work with enthusiasm and integrity while ensuring communication, coordination and collaboration.
• Collaborative Spirit: Be part of a supportive and dynamic team environment.
• Growth Opportunities: Develop your skills and advance your career in a dynamic industry.
• Competitive Compensation & Benefits: Enjoy a rewarding package that reflects your contributions.

The Lead Installer is responsible for managing and executing the installation of food service equipment at client sites. This role requires technical expertise, leadership skills, and a commitment to ensuring installations are completed efficiently, safely, and to the highest standards.

Essential Functions

• Delivery and installation of various kitchen equipment and supplies locally and nationwide
• Able to take direction effectively and maintain clear communication with the General Contractor on-site
• Responsible for guiding and assisting installation team members to maintain productivity and uphold company standards while completing assigned projects.
• Moving heavy objects and working with power tools
• Communicating directly with customers and with our project managers is critical for the successful execution of the job
• Some warehouse work and building maintenance are required on rare occasions

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Ability to travel 3-4 nights per week, 3-4 weeks per month.
• Physical abilities including heavy lifting that will be required. Climbing, bending, kneeling, and squatting.
• Able to work on construction sites, operational kitchens and cafeterias, warehouses and loading docks
• Mechanically inclined – knowledge of hand tools is required
• Preferred experience that is helpful: construction, electrical, plumbing, and/or forklift
• Team player, reliable, dependable, and willing to work
• Experience with company emailing and use of a smartphone
• Must have an acceptable driving record and active driver's license to be insurable to be able to drive a company truck
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, energetic, personable, presentable, and articulate

Candidates are encouraged to apply even if they do not meet all listed requirements. We recognize that skills and potential can take many forms, and we value diverse experiences that may not align perfectly with traditional qualifications.

Singer Equipment Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.