Senior Window & Door Install Lead

HireBus Inc.; Issaquah (WA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Window Fellas is a premium window, door, and glass installation company seeking an experienced Lead Window & Door Installer who can independently execute high-quality installations and effectively lead a crew. The ideal candidate has 5+ years of install experience and 1–2 years in a foreman/lead role, with strong finish carpentry skills.

This role focuses on managing field installs, training junior installers, and maintaining safety, quality, and project schedules on high-end projects for

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on residential installation experience.
• 1–2 years of experience as a Lead Installer, Foreman, Crew Lead, or similar.
• Strong background in residential window and door installation, including retrofit and full-frame applications with additional consideration given to those with exterior envelope work (siding/roofing).
• Proven finish carpentry skills with high-quality interior and exterior trim work.
• Strong understanding of residential construction and framing.
• Knowledge of flashing, sealing, waterproofing, and insulation practices.
• Ability to identify issues and make sound field decisions.
• Lead a crew while maintaining quality and productivity.
• Work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong attention to detail and pride in craftsmanship.
• Physically capable of lifting 75+ lbs, climbing ladders, and working in varying weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Lead and perform window, door and skywall/window wall installations.
• Install retrofit and full-frame windows, sliding and stacking doors, skylights, skywalls, custom entry doors, and other specialty products.
• Perform finish carpentry to a high standard, including interior and exterior trim, casing, liners, sills, returns, and other finish work.
• Make framing changes as needed, including rough openings, headers, and other structural adjustments.
• Install flashing, sealants, insulation, and waterproofing correctly.
• Take accurate measurements and make necessary field adjustments.
• Identify problems or unexpected conditions at the job and find the right solution.
• Lead and direct the crew to keep the job moving and the work on schedule.
• Train and help develop less-experienced installers.
• Communicate with supervisors about job progress, materials, site conditions, and any problems that need attention.
• Keep the job site clean, organized, and safe.
• Protect the customer’s home, belongings, and property.
• Communicate clearly and professionally with customers.
• Complete accurate and consistent field reports.
• Submit daily job logs.
• Complete daily safety walkthroughs.
• Take before-and-after photos for daily reporting and final job documentation using mobile and web-based apps for timekeeping, reporting, photos, and other job information.
• Safely use hand tools, power tools, ladders, and glass-handling equipment.
• Keep the company work vehicle clean, organized, and properly stocked.
• Help maintain a clean and organized warehouse.

Skills

Lead Installer

Finish Carpentry

Residential Window/Door Installations

Team Leadership

Measuring Tools

Safety & Quality

Tools

Measuring tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Glass handling equipment

Job description

Window Fellas is a premium window, door, and glass installation company seeking an experienced Lead Window & Door Installer who can independently execute high-quality installations and effectively lead a crew. The ideal candidate has 5+ years of install experience and 1–2 years in a foreman/lead role, with strong finish carpentry skills.

This role focuses on managing field installs, training junior installers, and maintaining safety, quality, and project schedules on high-end projects for