Installation Crew Leader

OVERALL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Must be committed to a safety-first mentality that is showcased through the actions of the install team
• Company headquarters are in Westfield, IN but the position requires the supervisor to travel 60% – 80%
• PREFERRED EXPERIENCE: Installing industrial storage/material handling equipment: Pallet Racking, Industrial Shelving, Mezzanines, Conveyor Systems, Bridge & Jib Cranes, Modular Offices, Wire Partitions, Cantilever racks, Carton Flow, etc.
• MUST BE ABLE TO READ SIMPLE BLUEPRINT DRAWINGS AND BUILD TO THEM ACCORDINGLY
• Supervisor must be “hands-on” while overseeing a crew of 3 -10 laborers on the job site
• Supervisor must be able to communicate with sales and support staff in addition to the customer, superintendent or general contractor throughout the project
• Supervisor must be able to operate fork & scissor lifts and have general safety and OSHA training a plus
• Supervisor is responsible for all company-issued vehicles, trailers, tool fleets, etc. required for project completion
• Bi-Lingual (Spanish) is highly desirable
• Basic computer skills are desired. General knowledge of how to operate Microsoft Office programs such as: Outlook, Excel and Word.
• MUST BE ABLE TO LIFT TO 75lbs.
• Keep and track all hourly employee time cards during all projects
• MUST HAVE A VALID DRIVER’S LICENSE

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS REQUIREMENTS

• Strong understanding of safety practices, OSHA standards, and equipment operation (forklifts, scissor lifts, power tools).
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and installation plans.
• Prior experience with installation of warehouse equipment such as pallet racking, shelving, mezzanines, conveyors, cranes, or related systems.
• Mechanical aptitude with proficiency in using hand and power tools.
• Basic computer skills; familiarity with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word).
• Strong communication skills for interacting with customers, general contractors, and internal teams.
• Ability to lead, manage, and motivate a crew of 3–10 team members on job sites.
• Bilingual (Spanish) highly desirable.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel extensively (60–80%).

PROFESSIONAL QUALITIES

• Safety-first mindset with a commitment to leading by example on every job site.
• Hands-on leader who actively supports and works alongside their crew.
• Reliable, dependable, and accountable for project completion and crew performance.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to track timecards, tools, and equipment.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and adaptability in dynamic job-site environments.
• Professional and customer-focused, with the ability to represent WSI/SSI positively on client sites.
• Physical stamina and ability to lift up to 75 lbs.
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple priorities.

WORK CONDITIONS

• Position is field-based with extensive travel (60–80% of the time), including overnight stays.
• Work is performed primarily in warehouses, construction sites, and customer facilities, often in varying environmental conditions (hot, cold, dusty, noisy).
• Requires frequent physical activity, including standing, walking, climbing, bending, and lifting up to 75 lbs.
• Regular use of hand tools, power tools, forklifts, and scissor lifts.
• MUST ADHERE TO STRICT SAFETY PROTOCOLS AND OSHA STANDARDS AT ALL TIMES.
• Work schedules may include extended hours, evenings, and weekends depending on project deadlines.
• Per diem and travel expenses are covered by the company.