Lead Window Installer - Brainerd, MN

Andersen Corp.; Brainerd (MN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit sharing

Retirement plans

Fit for Work Program

Year-round installation work

Job summary

Renewal by Andersen is seeking a motivated Lead Installer to manage window and door installations on a single site, ensuring premium customer experiences from start to finish. You will verify measurements, plan materials, and oversee the crew to deliver high-quality workmanship.

You will train and mentor junior installers, maintain safe work practices, and build rapport with homeowners while representing the company and encouraging positive online reviews.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum 5 years of window installation and remodeling experience (preferred).
• Minimum 5 years of managing job sites and leading crews in construction (preferred).
• Ability to coach and mentor other installers.
• Proven track record of superior workmanship.
• Ability to work 7 a.m.–7 p.m., lift up to 50 pounds, and handle tools.

Responsibilities

• Install windows and doors on a single job site.
• Communicate with homeowners to ensure satisfaction throughout the job.
• Plan pre-arrival materials and confirm measurements.
• Perform routine to complex installations of windows or doors.
• Shut down the work site properly.
• Provide direction and training to installers per company guidelines.
• Represent Renewal by Andersen and engage homeowners, encourage online reviews.

Skills

Lead installation

Team leadership

Customer communication

Problem solving

Time management

Safety awareness

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand and power tools

Job description

Lead Installer Role Overview

Renewal by Andersen is seeking accomplished, driven, and motivated Lead Installers to ensure premium customer experience in upgrading homes. The Lead Installer is responsible for window and door installation on a single job site, ensuring customer satisfaction, pre‑arrival planning for materials and resources, confirming measurements before work commences, performing routine to complex window or door installations, and shutting down the work site properly. The role also includes providing direction and training to other installers in accordance with company guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Window and door installation on a single job site
• Ensure customer satisfaction and communicate with homeowners throughout the job
• Plan pre‑arrival materials and resources and confirm measurements
• Perform routine and complex window or door installations
• Properly shut down the work site
• Provide direction and training to installers per company guidelines
• Serve as the face of Renewal by Andersen by building rapport, explaining job progress, answering homeowner questions, and encouraging online reviews

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Minimum 5 years of window installation and remodeling experience (preferred)
• Minimum 5 years of managing job sites and leading crews in a construction environment (preferred)
• Ability and willingness to coach and mentor other installers
• Proven track record of superior workmanship
• Availability to work when homeowners are available (7 a.m. – 7 p.m.)
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Working knowledge of hand and power tools
• Valid driver’s license
• Effective communication skills with peers and homeowners
• Capability to handle confrontation/conflicts using a tactful, diplomatic approach
• Organization of tasks and job requirements
• Proficiency in tools and equipment
• Empathy and customer service skills
• Strong sense of accountability and teamwork
• Diagnostic skills: assessment, problem solving, decision making
• Self‑motivation, time‑ and work‑process management, ability to work independently

Benefits & Compensation

• Competitive base salary with bonus structure
• Generous benefits, profit sharing, and retirement plans
• Fit for Work Program
• Year‑round installation work
• Certified Master Installer program (training and certification)
• Opportunities for advancement and career development
• Chance to help people transform their homes and lives

In 2024, Andersen has set a profit‑sharing target of $4,000 per eligible employee, prorated as appropriate. Profit sharing will be paid out in quarterly installments tied to quarterly operating profit performance.

EEO Statement

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