Window Treatment Installer

The Shade Store; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 38,572 - 41,328; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base plus commission

Medical, Dental and Vision

Company vehicle provided

Cell phone reimbursement

15 days PTO + 6 holidays

401k match up to 4%

Life Insurance & Short-Term Disability

Job summary

The Shade Store is hiring a Window Treatment Installer in Chicago, IL. You will perform in-home measurements and installations of our roller/solar shades, Roman shades, drapery, and blinds, and learn motorization installation with tools such as Lutron.

You’ll ensure a world-class customer experience from measurement through installation. Join a growing team that provides a company vehicle, cell phone reimbursement, and comprehensive benefits while working full-time with guaranteed hours and

Qualifications

• Experience in carpentry or custom installation is required.
• Ability to use common hand tools and power tools.
• Experience with multiple fasteners, anchors and drill bits preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform in-home measurements and installations of window treatment products (roller/solar shades, Roman shades, drapery, blinds).
• Learn motorization installation and programming (e.g., Lutron) for complex products.
• Provide a world-class customer experience during each measure and install appointment.
• Demonstrate product use and leave a positive impression at job closeout.
• Use Measure + Install techniques and software to ensure accuracy and efficiency.

Skills

Carpentry

Installation experience

Hand tools

Power tools

Tools familiarity

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Power drill

Impact driver

Level

Job description

Title:

Window Treatment Installer

Location:

Chicago, IL

Compensation:

$28.00 - $30.00/hour per year, depending on experience and qualifications, plus eligibility for monthly individual incentives

About The Shade Store

At The Shade Store, we have handcrafted the finest Shades, Blinds, and Drapery for 75 years. We believe designing beautiful custom window treatments should be an effortless experience, so we offer outstanding services to help our customers every step of the way, from inspiration to installation. We are always looking for friendly, passionate people to help us deliver the finest custom window treatment experience to our customers. Our team is growing and expanding, and there has never been a more exciting time to be part of it.

WHY WORK AT THE SHADE STORE

Benefits

• Competitive base wage, plus commission, plus guaranteed Full-Time hours and Over Time available
• Medical, Dental and Vision benefits
• A personal company vehicle is provided to you along with gas & other expenses covered.
• $50 per month cell phone reimbursement
• Our HQ team handles all scheduling and customer communication, so you don’t have to worry!
• 15 days PTO with additional 6 paid Holidays
• 401k Available and we match up to 4% of your contributions
• $100k Life Insurance & Short-Term Disability Coverage provided at no charge

Position Responsibilities

• Perform in-home measurements and installations of our custom window treatment product lines; primarily roller/solar shades, Roman shades, and drapery, as well as wooden blinds and more
• Ability to learn motorization installation and programming techniques (particularly via Lutron) with complex motorized products
• Provide our customers with a world class experience throughout each measure and install appointment
• Leave a positive lasting impression with our customers by demonstrating how to use the product before leaving the job site
• Become skilled at using The Shade Store’s Measure + Install techniques and software systems to ensure accuracy and efficiency of every appointment
• Be a part of a growing network of Measure + Install professionals that partner closely with our local Design Consultants to ensure our customers have a seamless end-to-end experience
• Communicate and partner regularly with the Headquarters Measure & Install support teams while in the field and on-site
• Use personal judgment and initiative to develop effective solutions to challenges and obstacles pertaining to the measurement and installation of window treatments

Requirements

• High School degree or equivalent
• Experience in carpentry, custom installation or a transferable skilled trade required
• Significant experience with the use of a common hand, and power tools including but not limited to power drill, impact driver and level
• Experience with multiple types of fasteners, anchors and drill bits