Lead Installer

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We create powerful emotions and memories through immersive attractions. We are a full-service theme creator, prop builder, and attractions provider to theme parks, museums, family entertainment centers, restaurants, tourist attractions, and other venues. For over 28 years, we have brought ideas to life with a talented team and we are proud to have delivered the WOW Effect to a wide variety of destinations across the globe.

We’ve also been named one of The Best Places To Work In Indiana twice in a row. Inside our walls, you'll find our team is passionate about what they do and make. We pride ourselves on creating an amazing culture where our employees can grow professionally and personally. Every company says this, but we can actually prove it!

Our team is one of the secrets of our success. We are artists, craftsmen, inventors, and managers. Everyone brings something unique to the table and our collective passion, excitement, and attention to detail explain why we exceed our clients’ expectations time and again. It’s the only way we can deliver amazing products and services. Our team is passionate, hungry, and always striving for more.

The Lead Installer is an integral part of the construction team and carries out construction processes as outlined by our internal design and engineering team. The ideal candidate will possess construction experience as well as supervisory experience and be able to speak confidently, knowledgeably, and courteously with clients on a job site. These installation types include laser tags, mini golfs, escape rooms, virtual reality, and more.

• Lead a crew of 2-5 people executing the installation of the attraction on location for our clients domestically as well as internationally (95% of all business is domestic)
• When not traveling for an install, this is an onsite position located at our facility on the southwest side of Indianapolis, IN near I-465 & Sam Jones Expressway.
• Performing work similar to common trades such as framing, cabinet installation, and low voltage wiring
• Communicating effectively with clients on a job site as well as work in tandem with the Project Management team back at the office
• Preparing jobs while in house, checking bill of materials, packing tools, etc.
• Delegate work with install team members
• Set the work pace and schedule during installations
• Ensure safety amongst team members during installations
• Ensuring site cleanliness after installations

• Construction knowledge and capabilities
• Is hardworking
• Possesses both verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent time management
• Hands on management
• Is cost-conscious
• Possess the ability to read blueprints
• Calm under pressure
• Has the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously
• Demonstrates logical reasoning and thoughtful insights when it comes to problem-solving

• Minimum of three (3) to five (5) years in production/construction environment
• A clean driving record and a clean background check is a must
• Must be able to travel domestically and internationally
• Supervisory/lead role experience
• Construction experience
• Valid driver’s license

This is a traveling position with a need to be located in the Indianapolis area. Expected travel is estimated to be about 50% of the time. On average, team members can expect to be away from home for 5-7 days at a time for domestic projects and 10-14 days for international projects. At times when on back to back installs expect longer travel times.

When not traveling this role will be working onsite at our facility on the southwest side of Indianapolis, IN near I-465 & Sam Jones Expressway.

• Job Type: Full-time, Hourly, Non-Exempt
• Hours:
  
  6:30 AM - 3:30 PM Monday through Friday and varies while on the road during an installation (Friday overtime is a possibility based on production timelines and deadlines)
• Medical, dental, vision, life, ancillary, & pet insurance coverage opportunities available
• Financial wellness program available
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401K opportunities…