Compensation: $45/hr DOE
Location:   Port Orchard, WA

Our client is a reputable family-owned company specializing in residential and commercial railings. They value high-end finish work and understand that excellent installations create referrals. They are currently seeking a skilled Railing Installer / Lead Installer who takes pride in their work. If you enjoy working with architectural railings/handrails and modern floating stairs, this is a great opportunity for you. Benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance with the company covering approximately half of the cost, as well as major paid holidays.

Lead Installer Job Responsibilities

• Install handrails and railing systems (interior/exterior) and modern floating stairs.
• Read and verify measurements, layout, and site conditions.
• Use power tools and hand tools for cutting, fitting, and installation.
• Load, unload, and handle materials, including heavier steel components for stair work.
• Communicate professionally with homeowners, General Contractors (GCs), and jobsite contacts.
• Keep jobsites clean, safe, and organized.
• For Lead Installers: Supervise a helper/crew, plan daily work, and manage quality on site.

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail.
• Background in finish carpentry or high-end installation work.
• Comfortable with physical work and lifting heavier materials as needed.
• Reliable, professional, and safety-minded.
• Go-getter attitude and pride in craftsmanship.
• Ideally have a truck/van and a basic starter tool set.

Tools / Vehicle Expectations:

• Ideally have a truck/van and a basic starter tool set (they like initiative and personal investment in tools).
• Typical tools: drills/impact, chop saw, grinders, etc.
• If you’re missing some tools, they can help—not a dealbreaker for the right person.

Schedule & Logistics:

• Training/coordination as needed; you’ll generally meet at job sites.
• Occasional material pickup from the shop/manufacturer (rare; they’re working toward having materials delivered to site).

Team Structure:

• Small team (~5 employees). They’re open to either:
  • A Lead Installer who can run jobs and oversee a helper, or
  • A junior installer/helper with strong attitude and willingness to learn.

If you meet the qualifications and are interested in this opportunity, we encourage you to apply. This is a chance for you to become part of a team that values quality and takes pride in their craftsmanship.

To apply, submit your application below, send your resume to careers@careerpathsnw.com, or call 425.968.9000.

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