Window Treatment Installer

Title: Window Treatment Installer

Location: New York, NY

Compensation: $28.00 - $30.00 per hour

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.

Our team is growing and expanding, and there has never been a more exciting time to be part of it.

We set out to create a company culture that is enjoyable, rewarding, and where there is continuous upward mobility and growth opportunity. If you work hard, give the company your all, use good judgment, and have a positive attitude, then the sky is the limit. In return, we offer numerous perks and benefits:

• Competitive base wage, plus commission, plus guaranteed full‑time hours and overtime available
• Medical, Dental and Vision benefits
• A personal company vehicle is provided along with gas and 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
• 401(k) available and we match up to 4% of your contributions
• $100k life insurance & short‑term disability coverage provided at no charge

• Perform in‑home measurements and installations of our custom window treatment product lines, primarily roller/solar shades, Roman shades, drapery, wooden blinds and more
• Learn motorization installation and programming techniques (particularly via Lutron) with complex motorized products
• Provide customers with a world‑class experience throughout each measurement and install appointment
• Leave a positive lasting impression 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
• Be part of a growing network of Measure + Install professionals that partner closely with local Design Consultants for a seamless end‑to‑end experience
• Communicate and partner regularly with 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 in measurement and installation

• High school degree or equivalent
• Experience in carpentry, custom installation or a transferable skilled trade
• Significant experience with common hand and power tools (drill, impact driver, level, etc.)
• Experience with multiple fasteners, anchors and drill bits
• Proven ability to measure within 1/8” using manual and laser measurers
• Preferred: significant customer service and in‑home service experience
• Strong spoken and written communication skills
• Punctual, reliable and possesses a strong work ethic and integrity
• Strong understanding of basic to advanced technology with computers, mobile devices and tablets
• Active driver’s license and insurable status
• Ability to lift a minimum of 55 pounds and climb ladders up to 26 ft tall

• Proof of legal authorization to work in the United States, confirmed by E‑Verify within three business days of hire

The Shade Store provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.