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Lead Installer

Ark Light Construction
Rio, NM Full Time
POSTED ON 5/3/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/2/2026

We're a licensed NM general contractor in year 3, based in Corrales with an office in Rio Rancho. We run residential remodels and light commercial work — kitchens, baths, additions, porch conversions, whole-home remodels, and tenant improvements. Project sizes range from $5K to $150K .Small team. Strong growth. Promoting from within.Who we're looking forHungry, experienced field talent who want a paycheck that reflects their effort. If you punch a clock and coast, this role isn't for you. If you take pride in your work, want to grow into a Foreman or Assistant Superintendent role, and want to earn real money for finishing strong — read on.The roleYou'll run installs on active job sites — working alongside our other Lead Installer on larger remodels and running smaller jobs solo with a helper. Reports to our Field Superintendent. This is a leadership role, not a laborer role. You read a scope, understand drawings, hold subs accountable, and own quality from start to finish.Compensation

  • Starting at $23/hour with raise opportunities at 90 days and 6 months based on performance
  • Project completion bonuses up to $3,500 per project for finishing on-time and clean
  • 5% commission on change orders you surface
  • $50 to every team member for each 5-star Google review we earn
  • $500 referral bonus for clients you bring in who sign
  • $500 referral bonus for subcontractors you bring in who work out
  • $500 referral bonus for employees you bring in who stay 90 days
  • $500 every 6 months with zero callbacks on your work
  • W-2, weekly pay through Gusto
  • Sick leave / PTO accrues from day one
  • Vacation and paid holidays after 90 days
  • Truck and fuel allowance after probation

Realistic earnings: $55K–$60K steady, $60K–$68K strong, $75K top performerScheduleMonday through Thursday, 4×10 (Fridays off). Occasional Friday or Saturday when a job demands it.What you'll do

  • Run installs on jobs from small handyman-scale to full remodels
  • Set cabinets, doors, trim, and hardware to finish-grade standards
  • Tape, texture, and finish drywall to paint-ready quality
  • Install tile, flooring, fixtures, and appliances per spec
  • Handle small demo and prep work
  • Document daily progress in CompanyCam, Jobber, or our project tracking software
  • Quality-check sub work and call out issues in writing
  • Close punch lists to 100% — ours and the homeowner's
  • Direct a helper when assigned

Highly desired skills — strong in any one of these gets our attention

  • Proven bathroom remodel experience
  • Proven kitchen remodel experience
  • Framing
  • Drywall (hang, tape, texture)

What you bring

  • 5 years in residential remodeling (not new-construction production)
  • Strong finish carpentry skills
  • Ability to read plans and specs without hand-holding
  • Your own basic hand and power tools (we cover specialty)
  • Valid NM driver's license, clean MVR, reliable transportation
  • Smartphone and comfort using project tracking software like CompanyCam and Jobber
  • Reliability — show up when you say you will, and communicate early when you can't
  • A hungry, coachable attitude

Bonus points for

  • Tile setting experience
  • Cabinet fabrication or custom millwork experience
  • Flooring installation experience
  • Bilingual English/Spanish
  • References from GCs, not just homeowners

What we look for in a resumeIf your resume doesn't show these, you won't get a call:

  • Specific project examples with photos or addresses we can reference
  • Your role on the project — not just "remodeler" but what you actually ran
  • The trades you've personally executed (kitchens, baths, framing, drywall, etc.)
  • A reference from a GC, project manager, or homeowner with phone number
  • An hourly ask
  • Why you're leaving your current spot

Pay: From $23.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • Opportunities for advancement
  • Paid time off
  • Referral program

Experience:

  • Residential remodeling: 5 years (Required)

Shift availability:

  • Day Shift (Required)

Ability to Commute:

  • Rio Rancho, NM 87124 (Required)

Work Location: In person

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