Who We Are

Decorworx transforms grocery and retail spaces into remarkable, brand-right environments; strategy to design, and fabrication to install. We’re makers and problem-solvers who value relationships, discipline, learning, passion, creativity, and craftsmanship.

About the Role:

This role will work very closely with the Install Director, to ensure that all projects are managed in accordance with company standards and expectations. This is a traveling position. Expect to be working away from home 2-3 weeks at a time. When not on a scheduled installation, this role may be required at times to be in office in Cedar City,UT for training.

The Lead will own the preparations and on-site outcomes. As the Finishing Crew Lead, you plan, stage materials for shipping from manufacturing, and then lead the crew on site to deliver safe, correct, and quality on-time installations. You are the point of accountability on the ground: safety, schedule, quality, client sign-off, and complete close-out.

As the lead, you will be expected to:

Plan & Prep: Confirm site readiness, drawings, hardware, finishes, lifts, and access; verify load-out and tools; align labor plan and daily schedule with Install Director.
Lead in the Field: Run daily huddles; assign tasks; enforce safety; coordinate with GCs, subs, store leadership; work through challenges quickly and decisively.
Finish to Specifications: Execute layouts, level/plumb/anchor, multi-step assembly, and finish standards.
Daily Reporting: Submit reports at the end of each work period back to project managers through approved technology detailing completed items, redo’s, challenges, and questions for the next shifts agenda.
Quality Audit & Punch list: Inspect continuously; prevent rework; document issues; close punch items before demobilization.
Client & Brand Stewardship: Communicate professionally on-site; uphold Decorworx standards; obtain client sign-off.
Close-Out: Capture progress and completed photos, redlines, warranties, counts, and daily logs; submit digital close-out package and final sign-off within 24 hours.
Coach & Model: Train junior installers on safe practices, tools, reading drawings, and pace; set the tone for long travel runs.
Logistics Interface: Partner with Logistics Coordinator on shipments, rentals, lodging, and adjustments to the plan.
Safety First: Own JHAs (job hazard analysis), fall protection, equipment inspections, housekeeping, and incident reporting.

What You Bring

Experience: 3–5+ years in retail décor, signage, millwork, fixture, or light construction installs; prior crew-lead or foreman experience.
Technical: Read architectural drawings, elevations, finish schedules, engineering/spec sheets, and install layouts, and be able to interpret the space the decor was designed for. You must be competent with anchors, adhesives, and hand/power tools; will have knowledge of low voltage lighting systems and the install of same.
Leadership: Clear communicator, calm under pressure, high follow-through; can motivate crews to constantly work at the highest standard.
Safety & Certifications: OSHA-10 (OSHA-30 preferred), aerial lift/forklift certs (or earn within 60 days), valid driver’s license insurable by company policy; clean driving record, DOT med card required, CPR certified a plus.
Physical: Lift/move 75+ lbs. with assistance as needed; stand/walk, climb ladders, and work at heights; able to work nights/weekends.
Travel: Comfortable with 2–3-week road runs; professional conduct in partner locations.

Success Metrics:

On-Time Completion
Quality (minimal mistakes crew wide/low punch list percentage)
Cost Discipline-staying within budget
Reporting and Close-Out
Partner Satisfaction

Compensation & Perks

At the Director’s discretion, there may be a paid probation/evaluation period, for up to 90 days, upon hiring before the “Lead” role is officially awarded.
Pay Type: Hourly, potentially a dual rate pay scale - a higher rate for when fulfilling Lead duties and a standard rate for off install work/travel time. Leads will be eligible for overtime (higher Lead rates will only be paid on qualifying hours).
$28-$45/hr
Travel: Per-diem for meals & incidentals, company-paid lodging, travel time compensated at regular rates.
Benefits: Health, 401(k), paid vacation and holidays

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