What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead Installer position at First Choice Automotive Equipment?
Multi-Trade Lead Service Technician - Take Your Skills to the Next Level
Leadership Opportunities for Mechanically Inclined Technicians
Perfect for: Garage Door Installers, Loading Dock Technicians, HVAC Techs, Electricians, Plumbers, Auto Mechanics, and Building Maintenance Professionals who are looking to advance into a leadership role and expand their skillset. First Choice Equipment offers a clear path to team leadership and management positions for skilled technicians who demonstrate strong technical abilities and leadership potential. Your mechanical expertise combined with your ability to guide and mentor others could make you an ideal candidate for our growing team.
Leadership & Growth Opportunities
As a market leader expanding our presence in automotive and heavy-duty vehicle service equipment, we're actively developing our next generation of team leaders. We offer:
- Competitive base salary with performance bonuses
- Leadership development training
- Opportunity to mentor junior technicians
- Path to lead installer and project management roles
- Comprehensive compensation package that grows with your responsibilities
Why Your Trade Skills Are Perfect for This Role:
If you've worked with overhead doors, loading docks, HVAC systems, or industrial equipment, you already have the foundation we're looking for. We'll build on your mechanical and electrical experience with paid training across multiple trades.
Growth Beyond Traditional Trade Work
While your current technical skills are valuable, we'll invest in developing your expertise in specialized areas:
- Advanced hydraulic systems for vehicle lifts
- Industrial compressed air and lubrication systems
- Three-phase electrical and control systems
- Specialized concrete work for equipment foundations
- Equipment operation (forklifts, excavators, scissor lifts)
- Project management and planning
- Team leadership and personnel management
- As a market leader, we develop well-rounded technical leaders through comprehensive skills training and advancement opportunities.
Why Choose First Choice Equipment?
- Family-owned since 1996 with a focus on employee development
- Culture built on collaborative problem-solving and knowledge sharing
- Regular team meetings to discuss challenges and share innovative solutions
- Mentorship program pairing experienced technicians with new team members
- Open-door policy that encourages communication at all levels
- Company-sponsored team building events and recognition programs
- Structured advancement path with significant earning potential
- Performance-based compensation increases
- Full benefits including premium health insurance and generous 401(k) matching up to 4%, PLUS profit-sharing program.
- Manufacturer-sponsored technical training and certifications
- CDL acquisition program for qualified team members
What Your Day Looks Like
As a senior team member, you'll lead by example while fostering a positive, collaborative work environment. Your typical day involves traveling throughout the Tri-State area (NJ, PA, NY) in a company vehicle, where you'll:
Guide your team through complex installations, sharing your knowledge and experience to help others grow. You'll create an atmosphere where questions are welcomed and team members feel supported in their development. During installations, you'll coordinate with your team to:
· Conduct thorough site assessments and plan installation sequences
· Delegate tasks based on team members' strengths while creating learning opportunities
· Ensure proper safety protocols are followed and equipment is correctly handled
· Provide hands-on training and mentorship during complex procedures
· Maintain open communication with customers and project stakeholders
· Lead daily toolbox talks to discuss project goals and potential challenges
· Document progress and create detailed installation reports
· Celebrate team successes and provide constructive feedback for improvement
As you advance, you'll have opportunities to manage multiple teams and larger projects, always maintaining our commitment to excellence through teamwork and continuous improvement.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED
- Valid driver's license with clean record
- 2 years of mechanical installation experience
- Demonstrated leadership abilities or potential
- Strong problem-solving and communication skills
- Basic personal tools (specialty tools provided)
- Ability to work 10-hour days, Monday-Friday
- Positive attitude and enthusiasm for team success
- Strong team player with excellent interpersonal skills
- Ability to collaborate effectively with employees at all levels
- Commitment to fostering an inclusive and supportive work environment
- Patience and willingness to mentor less experienced team members
- Dedication to maintaining a safe and productive workplace
Ready to Advance Your Career?
Visit www.fclift.com to learn more about our equipment lines and services.
Equal Opportunity Employer - All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, or sex.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- On-the-job training
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends
- Overtime
- Year round work
Work Location: In person