Job Title: Installation Lead - Office Furniture

Job Description

The Installation Lead - Office Furniture oversees the installation and assembly of office furniture systems across the Minneapolis-St. Paul metro area and surrounding regions. This role leads a crew in delivering high-quality, safe, and efficient installations in corporate workspaces while ensuring excellent service and adherence to project timelines. The position begins as a 4‑month contract-to-hire opportunity on a first-shift schedule with regular overtime availability.

Responsibilities

• Lead a crew of 5-10 team members in the installation and assembly of office furniture in corporate workspaces.

• Coordinate daily tasks and workflows with the trainer and lead team members to ensure efficient project completion.

• Assemble, install, and adjust office furniture systems using hand tools and power tools according to specifications and layout plans.

• Ensure all installations meet quality standards, safety requirements, and client expectations.

• Read and interpret instructions, diagrams, and layout plans to complete mechanical and construction-related installation tasks.

• Perform general labor duties related to construction and installation, including lifting, positioning, and securing furniture components.

• Inspect completed work for accuracy, stability, and overall quality, making adjustments as needed.

• Maintain tools, equipment, and work areas in a clean, safe, and organized condition.

• Communicate effectively with team members and supervisors to report progress, issues, and any on-site challenges.

• Support a positive team environment by collaborating with others and assisting less experienced crew members as needed.

Essential Skills

• Experience with installation, construction, or carpentry work, particularly involving office furniture or similar assemblies.

• Proficiency using hand tools and power tools safely and effectively.

• Mechanical aptitude and the ability to assemble and install furniture components accurately.

• Ability to perform general labor tasks, including lifting, carrying, and positioning materials and equipment.

• Strong attention to detail to ensure high-quality, precise installations.

• Capability to work effectively as part of a team and follow direction from trainers and leads.

• Reliability in adhering to a first-shift schedule from 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, with flexibility to work overtime as needed.

• Comfort working in a fast-paced, physically active environment in various corporate settings.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous experience as a lead installer, crew lead, or similar leadership role in installation, construction, or carpentry environments.

• Experience in office furniture installation or related mechanical assembly work.

• Familiarity with corporate workspace layouts and commercial construction or fit-out projects.

• Strong communication skills to coordinate with team members and on-site contacts.

• Interest in long-term growth and advancement within a reputable installation company.

Why Work Here?

Employees join a well-regarded organization with a strong reputation in the corporate workspace and furniture installation industry. Once hired permanently, team members benefit from regular annual raises, weekly vacation accrual, paid time off, and comprehensive healthcare benefits with significant value. The company offers quarterly bonuses, profit sharing, and annual boot reimbursement, along with company-provided uniforms. Employees work in a supportive team environment with clear opportunities for growth and advancement, making this a compelling long-term career opportunity.

Work Environment

The role is based in corporate workspaces throughout the Minneapolis-St. Paul metro area and surrounding regions, focusing on office furniture installation. Work is performed in teams, typically with a trainer and a lead, in crews of 5-10 people. The schedule follows a first shift from 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, with overtime available as needed. The environment is hands-on and physically active, involving regular use of hand tools and power tools and handling furniture components and materials. The company provides uniforms, and the overall setting emphasizes safety, professionalism, teamwork, and a strong culture of growth and advancement.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Minneapolis, MN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $24.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision

• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital

• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available

• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)

• Short and long-term disability

• Health Spending Account (HSA)

• Transportation benefits

• Employee Assistance Program

• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Minneapolis,MN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 21, 2026.

About Aerotek:

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry - from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies' construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.