Lead Installation Technician - Stiltz Homelifts
Are you a highly motivated, determined professional who takes ownership of their performance and thrives in a goal-driven environment?
If you’re energized by making a real difference in people’s lives and have a customer-first mindset in all decisions, this role offers both purpose and performance.
As the Direct-to-Consumer Lead Installation Technician for Stiltz Homelifts, you will play a key role in the installation and servicing of our space-saving lift solutions in residential homes. You will lead installation projects from start to finish, ensuring that installations are completed safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards. This role requires strong technical skills, attention to detail, travel, and a commitment to providing outstanding service to our customers.
What You’ll Do
• Lead and oversee the installation of Stiltz Homelifts products in residential homes, ensuring that installations are completed safely, accurately, and on schedule.
• Provide guidance and support to ensure that installations are completed according to company standards and procedures.
• Install lift components, including rails, drive systems and lift carriages, according to manufacturer specifications and installation guidelines.
• Test and commission installed lifts to ensure proper functionality and compliance with safety regulations.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues that may arise during installation or servicing of lift systems.
• Provide training and support to customers on the operation and maintenance of Stiltz Homelifts products.
• Maintain accurate records of installation activities, including documentation of work performed, parts used and any customer interactions.
• Follow all safety protocols and procedures to ensure a safe working environment for yourself and your team members.
What We’re Looking For
• Experience in the installation and servicing of residential elevators or similar mechanical systems. Residential Installation Technician, Field Service Technician, or Mechanical Installer.
• Lead Installer or Crew Lead in Construction or Mechanical Trades
• Strong technical skills, including proficiency in reading and interpreting technical drawings and diagrams.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and lead a team effectively.
• Knowledge of and ability to safely utilize a variety of hand and power tools.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact professionally with customers and team members.
Why You’ll Love Working Here
Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
Time Off: 20 Days Paid Time Off AND 8 Paid Company Holidays
Retirement Plan: 401(k) with a company match that is immediately vested
Collaborative Environment: Work with a team that values cooperation, efficiency, and success.
Location: Northbrook, Il
Type: Full-time
Salaried Position: $59,000 - $67,000 Annually
Why Work for Stiltz Homelifts:
At Stiltz Homelifts, we’re not just selling homelifts—we’re empowering individuals to age in place, providing life-changing solutions that allow people to remain independent in their homes. Through our nationwide network of highly trained distribution partners, we help homeowners reclaim the full use of their homes, ensuring safety and freedom at every step. Be a part of an industry-leading company at the forefront of home mobility solutions.
Stiltz Limited is the sole supplier, manufacturer and installer of the award-winning Stiltz Homelift - the most innovative, unique and useful homelift on the market.
The company started manufacturing and installing lifts in the UK in 2010. It's since grown rapidly to become a key global player in the homelift industry.
Stiltz Homelifts was awarded The Queen's Award for Enterprise: International Trade 2020.
Headquartered in the West Midlands, the business has southern and northern UK office and showroom bases.
A rapidly-growing USA dealer network is driven out of the Bethlehem, PA head office. This is where Stiltz is pilot an exciting, innovative and highly-successful franchise development program.
Several key accounts based in Germany, Netherlands, Australia and China contribute to the company's significant growth with other EMEA, South American and Far Eastern territories developing quickly too.
The Stiltz Homelift is designed solely for use in the domestic environment and uses unique dual-rail technology to ensure the lift is freestanding in the home and doesn't require load bearing walls. Customers are typically aged 50+; those who are either starting to find the stairs in their home difficult to manage or those who are looking to future-proof their home for later years.
Either way, Stiltz believes everyone has the right to attractive yet functional equipment in their homes to help them live as independently as possible, for as long as possible.
The design of the Stiltz Homelift makes sure anyone who is looking for a little help moving around the home can now do so in comfort and style.
