Crew Leader/Driver

Job Overview

Please read before applying: This is a seasonal 1099 independent contractor position. Applicants must have their own dependable truck capable of safely pulling a 6-by-12-foot enclosed trailer with a ladder rack. Previous professional Christmas light installation experience is required. We will cover fuel costs associated with pulling the company trailer and traveling between scheduled job sites.

Compensation is $300 per workday, paid weekly every Friday as a 1099 independent contractor. Typical working hours are approximately 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., although hours may occasionally vary based on the project schedule, weather, and daylight. An end-of-season bonus will also be provided to the Crew Leader who successfully completes both the installation and takedown seasons.

We are an established Christmas lighting company serving the Denver metro area with 12 years in business and a strong base of returning customers. We are seeking a dependable, hands-on Crew Leader to manage a four-person Christmas light installation crew during our busy holiday season.

Installations will begin on October 12 and continue through approximately the first week of December. Holiday light takedowns will begin on January 4 and last approximately three to four weeks.

The Crew Leader will organize daily projects, direct crew members, maintain safe work practices, and ensure every installation meets our quality standards. This is a working leadership position, meaning the Crew Leader will work alongside the crew to install professional Christmas lighting displays on residential and commercial properties throughout the Denver area.

The ideal candidate has previous experience leading a professional Christmas light installation crew and is comfortable working outdoors, on ladders, and on roofs. We are looking for someone who can keep a crew organized and productive while delivering high-quality work and professional customer service.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate their own truck to pull the company’s trailer to and from job sites while following all traffic laws and applicable DOT regulations.
• Lead and manage crew members by assigning daily responsibilities, providing clear direction, monitoring job progress, and reinforcing safety and quality standards.
• Load, secure, transport, and unload Christmas lights, ladders, tools, decorations, and installation materials from the truck and trailer.
• Complete job sheets, material records, service notes, damage reports, and other required project documentation accurately.
• Communicate professionally with customers regarding arrival times, installation details, questions, and service concerns.
• Inspect the truck, trailer, ladders, tools, and safety equipment before each shift to identify maintenance needs or potential safety issues.
• Keep the warehouse, trailer, and work vehicles clean and organized while properly labeling, storing, and tracking each customer’s lighting materials.

Skills

• Experience leading a crew in Christmas lighting, roofing, construction, landscaping, or a related trade.
• Ability to safely install Christmas lights, wreaths, garland, timers, extension cords, and other holiday decorations.
• Comfortable working on roofs, extension ladders, and step ladders for extended periods.
• Ability to organize daily projects, assign responsibilities, and keep crew members working safely and efficiently.
• Experience loading, securing, transporting, and unloading ladders, tools, lighting, and installation materials.
• Ability to safely operate a personal truck while pulling the company’s trailer to and from job sites.
• Experience using mobile devices for navigation, customer communication, project photos, scheduling, and job documentation.
• Strong troubleshooting skills for identifying and resolving lighting, timer, connection, and installation issues.
• Ability to lift and carry at least 50 pounds while following safe lifting and material-handling practices.
• Strong communication skills and a commitment to providing professional customer service.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Previous crew leadership experience in Christmas lighting, roofing, construction, landscaping, or a related trade.
• Must be able to communicate effectively in Spanish with crew members.
• Must own a dependable truck capable of safely pulling the company’s Christmas lighting trailer.
• Valid driver’s license, acceptable driving record, and current vehicle insurance.
• Comfortable working on roofs, extension ladders, and step ladders at various heights.
• Ability to lift and carry at least 50 pounds throughout the workday.
• Ability to work outdoors in cold temperatures and changing Colorado weather conditions.
• Dependable transportation and consistent availability throughout the entire Christmas lighting season.
• Available to work early mornings, extended hours, and Saturdays during peak periods.
• Strong leadership, communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to follow project plans and maintain company safety, quality, and customer-service standards.

Pay: $300.00 per day

Application Question(s):

• Do you have your own truck to pull a 6 x 12 work trailer?

Experience:

• Christmas Light Crew Leader : 1 year (Preferred)

Language:

• Spanish (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $300