Systems / Junior Furniture Installer/Mover with Security Clearance

The Building People; Silver Spring (MD); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & Rx

Dental

Vision

Flexible Spending Accounts

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance/AD&D

Long Term Disability and Short-Term DI

Paid Time Off

Holiday Pay

Job summary

The Building People is seeking a Systems/Junior Furniture Installer/Mover to support modular office furniture installation, reconfiguration, repair, relocation, and inventory activities. This role works under project leads to ensure furniture systems are installed accurately and safely while delivering excellent customer service.

You will read installation drawings, assist with moves and workspace reconfiguration, coordinate with Space Planners, and help maintain warehouse areas.

Qualifications

• Experience installing and reconfiguring modular office furniture systems.
• Knowledge of AO2, Canvas, and other major systems.
• Experience handling, storing, and transporting systems furniture.
• Ability to follow installation plans and instructions.
• Strong customer service and teamwork skills.
• Willingness to undergo background check and government clearance.

Responsibilities

• Install, reconfigure, and relocate modular office furniture systems.
• Support furniture repair and maintenance activities.
• Assist with furniture inventory management and staging operations.
• Read and follow installation drawings and specifications.
• Assist with office moves and workspace reconfiguration projects.
• Move furniture, crates, office equipment, and related materials safely.
• Coordinate with Space Planners and installation teams to complete workspace projects.
• Help maintain organized warehouse and staging areas.
• Follow established workplace safety procedures and furniture handling standards.
• Provide professional customer service in occupied office environments.

Skills

Furniture installation

Customer service

Teamwork

Manual handling

Read installation drawings

Job description

The Building People delivers integrated solutions that connect technology, buildings, and people to optimize real estate performance, facility operations, and workforce outcomes. With over 450 contracts delivered across 187 project locations, we manage more than 1,700 facilities and support $38.5B in federal and commercial assets. Leveraging AI-driven automation, data analytics, and platform-agnostic systems, we create high-performing, future-ready environments that reduce cost, improve efficiency, and enable mission success. Founded in 2012, we now have over 450 employees supporting 23 federal agencies-making us a trusted leader in delivering technology-infused building solutions across the public sector. The Building People is committed to fostering a workplace where every employee can thrive. Using tools like the Predictive Index, we thoughtfully align individual strengths with team needs -ensuring the right fit, the right role, and long-term success. Our culture is rooted in integrity, innovation, and service. Through our growing philanthropy program, we support communities by focusing on gratitude, giving back, partnerships, and mentorship.

Our Market Offerings Include:

• Real Estate & Workplace
• Facilities Management
• Facilities Operations & Maintenance
• Project Management & Engineering
• Workforce Transformation & Organizational Design
• Mission Support
• Smart Buildings & Energy Efficiency
• Technology Solutions

Join our rapidly growing team and help shape the future of real estate, facilities, and community impact. The Systems/Junior Furniture Installer/Mover supports furniture installation, reconfiguration, repair, relocation, and inventory activities. This position works under the direction of project leads and Space Planners to ensure furniture systems are installed, maintained, and reconfigured accurately and safely while providing excellent customer service.

Key Responsibilities:

• Install, reconfigure, and relocate modular office furniture systems.
• Support furniture repair and maintenance activities.
• Assist with furniture inventory management and staging operations.
• Read and follow installation drawings and specifications.
• Assist with office moves and workspace reconfiguration projects.
• Move furniture, crates, office equipment, and related materials safely.
• Coordinate with Space Planners and installation teams to complete workspace projects.
• Help maintain organized warehouse and staging areas.
• Follow established workplace safety procedures and furniture handling standards.
• Support furniture key and lock installation activities.
• Ensure installations are completed accurately and according to project requirements.
• Provide professional customer service while working within occupied office environments.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Experience installing and reconfiguring modular office furniture systems.
• Knowledge of Herman Miller Action Office Two (AO2) and Canvas furniture systems.
• Knowledge of Allsteel Strive and Steelcase Answers systems.
• Familiarity with KI Genius systems and Steelcase demountable glass wall partitions.
• Furniture repair experience.
• Experience handling, storing, and transporting systems furniture.
• Experience moving office furniture, equipment, boxes, and crates.
• Ability to follow installation plans and instructions.
• Strong customer service and teamwork skills.
• Knowledge of safe lifting, handling, and storage techniques.
• Salary offered will be commensurate with the candidate's experience, qualifications, and certifications.
• Our positions may require a background screening and clearance directly from the Government.

Please note that telework arrangements are subject to change based on customer requirements.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Competitive benefits for eligible employees include:

• Medical & Rx
• Dental
• Vision
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Life Insurance/AD&D
• Long Term Disability and Short-Term Disability
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Pay

All positions require a background check after acceptance of our offer. The selected candidate will be eligible to begin employment before the background check has been finalized. However, continued employment will be contingent upon the results of your reference/background check from The Building People, LLC. Your position may require special credentialing, clearance, and access as a condition of employment. In the event the government or client does not sponsor or approve your clearance, it may result in termination of your employment. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e-mail address. For more information, view the EEO is the Law Poster and Pay Transparency Statement.