Lead Furniture Installer & Driver
Garvey's Office Products ? Chicago-land Area A wholly owned subsidiary of Office Depot
Pay: $24.00?$28.00/hour (based on experience)
Garvey's Office Products is seeking a Furniture Installation Lead to oversee and execute commercial furniture installation projects throughout the Chicagoland area.
This role serves as the on-site lead responsible for the successful assembly, installation, and delivery of office furniture and equipment, while directing a crew of installers to ensure projects are completed safely, accurately, and in alignment with customer expectations.
The Furniture Installation Lead performs all responsibilities of a Furniture Installer, in addition to leading jobsite coordination, customer communication, and project execution.
Key Responsibilities
- Installation & Field Work
- Assemble and install commercial office furniture including desks, cubicles, seating, and related products.
- Install projects in a safe, high-quality, productive, and profitable manner.
- Follow applicable building standards and codes during installations.
- Use hand and power tools to assemble furniture and equipment.
- Move and lift products safely using appropriate equipment.
- Load, unload, and strap furniture to trucks to prevent damage during transport.
- Troubleshoot installation issues and repair or replace damaged or defective components as needed.
- Operate company vehicles including box trucks in a safe and responsible manner.
- Project & Crew Leadership
- Lead installation crew by setting expectations for teamwork, productivity, and accountability on job sites.
- Read and interpret drawings, layouts, and site plans to guide proper installation.
- Coordinate project logistics with Setup/Install Manager.
- Verify all furniture, inventory, and required tools are on site prior to beginning installation.
- Coordinate truck loading/unloading for installation projects.
- Serve as the primary on-site point of contact for customers, project managers, and internal teams.
- Conduct final punch list walk-throughs with clients to ensure project completion and satisfaction.
- Complete delivery ticket confirmations and required documentation for billing.
- Demonstrate a strong commitment to customer satisfaction through professional communication and service.
- Assist with installations and warehouse support as needed.
- Perform other duties as assigned.