Installation Helper

Job Description

Job Description

Build a Skilled Trade Career with Williams Distributing

Williams Distributing, a division of Daikin Comfort Technologies North America, Inc., is seeking motivated individuals to join our growing Garage Door team as an Installation Helper .

You'll work alongside Installers supporting residential and commercial installation projects while gaining hands-on experience in the skilled trades. Installation responsibilities are the primary focus of this position; however, when installation labor is not required, employees will support warehouse operations including receiving, stocking, picking, staging, loading, unloading, and other operational duties as assigned.

This unique role offers the opportunity to gain experience in both installation and warehouse operations while developing valuable skills that support future advancement within the organization.

Whether you have experience in construction, warehouse operations, manufacturing, installation, general labor, or are looking to start a hands-on career, Williams provides paid training, stable year-round work, and opportunities for long-term growth.

• Benefits are effective on day one for all full-time direct hires
• Steady, year-round work
• Paid hands-on training
• Learn a specialized skilled trade
• Gain experience in both installation and warehouse operations
• Steeltoe Boot allowance provided
• Career advancement opportunities
• Cross-training opportunities
• Safety-focused culture
• Work with experienced installers, builders, contractors, and homeowners throughout the region

Installation Helpers report to the branch at the start of the workday and travel to job sites with experienced Installation Technicians or Installers. Company vehicles are operated by authorized employees and are used for transportation between the branch, job sites, and customer locations. Company vehicles are not assigned for personal use or overnight retention.

A valid driver's license is not required for this position. However, individuals who possess a valid driver's license and maintain an insurable driving record may have additional advancement opportunities within the installation department as they develop their skills and experience.

As an Installation Helper, you will assist Installation Technicians with residential and commercial installation projects while learning installation techniques, jobsite safety practices, and material handling procedures. When installation support is not required, you will assist with warehouse operations including receiving, stocking, loading, unloading, staging, and other operational activities necessary to support branch operations.

• Assist Installation Technicians with residential and commercial product installations
• Load, unload, stage, and organize materials, tools, and equipment needed for daily installations
• Support installation teams on construction sites and customer locations
• Safely operate hand tools, power tools, ladders, and installation equipment as trained
• Maintain clean and organized work areas on job sites and in the warehouse
• Follow all company safety policies, OSHA requirements, and job site safety procedures
• Wear required personal protective equipment (PPE), including steel-toe footwear and other safety equipment as required
• Assist with receiving, stocking, picking, staging, and moving inventory within the warehouse
• Support shipping and receiving activities
• Load and unload products safely and efficiently
• Perform general warehouse housekeeping and organization
• Provide professional customer service when interacting with customers, contractors, and project personnel
• Work flexible schedules based on operational needs, including first shift, mid shift, and second shift assignments
• Perform other duties as assigned

What We're Looking For

Candidates with experience in the following areas are strongly encouraged to apply:

• Construction
• Installation
• Warehouse Operations
• Manufacturing
• Material Handling
• Shipping and Receiving
• Carpentry
• Remodeling
• Mechanical Trades
• HVAC
• General Labor

We're looking for someone who:

• Enjoys hands-on, physical work
• Is interested in learning a skilled trade
• Is dependable and willing to learn
• Is comfortable working indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Can work safely on construction sites and in warehouse environments
• Is safety-focused and works well as part of a team
• Has basic mechanical aptitude
• Can use a smartphone or tablet for basic scheduling and job information
• Is legally authorized to work in the United States and does not require sponsorship now or in the future

• Ability to regularly lift and carry up to 40 pounds independently
• Ability to team lift, with assistance, items weighing more than 40 pounds, including materials and equipment used during installation and warehouse operations
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, squat, climb ladders, and perform physical work throughout the shift
• Ability to work on construction sites and in warehouse environments
• Ability to safely use hand tools and power tools
• Ability to wear required PPE, including steel-toe shoes, safety glasses, gloves, and other safety equipment as required

• Full-time
• Monday through Friday
• Employees may support both field installation and warehouse operations during the same week depending on workload and business needs
• Daily travel between local job sites and customer locations as assigned
• Reporting location: GR| Grand Rapids, MI 49504

Williams Distributing Co. and Shoemaker Inc., part of Daikin Comfort Technologies North America, Inc., are leading wholesale distributors serving Michigan, Ohio, and Indiana. Through our HVAC, Kitchen & Bath, Hearth, and Garage Door business segments, we support contractors, builders, dealers, designers, architects, and homeowners with industry-leading products, technical expertise, training, and customer service.

As part of Daikin Comfort Technologies North America, Inc., employees benefit from the support and opportunities of a global organization backed by Daikin Industries, Ltd., the world's largest HVAC manufacturer.

Whether your interests are in installation, service, customer support, operations, sales, or leadership, Williams offers opportunities for professional growth and long-term career development.

Qualified Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States. Qualified applicants will not require employer-sponsored work authorization now or in the future for employment in the United States.

The Company provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants regardless of a person's race, color, religion (including religious dress or grooming practices), creed, national origin (including language use restrictions), citizenship, uniform service member or veteran status, ancestry, disability, physical or mental disability (including HIV/AIDS), medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, request for protected leave, marital status, sex, pregnancy, age (over 40), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by law. The Company will comply with all federal and state regulations and statutes pertaining to individuals with disabilities.