Measurement Technician

JOB TYPE – Part-Time, Hourly

HOURS- 20-34 hours/week

PAY – The starting rates/salary for this position range from $16.90 to $24.10 and will be based on equivalent work experience

TRAVEL- Travel is required for this role. Travel is 2-3 days per week on average within the St. Louis region

BENEFITS ELIGIBLE? – Yes

At IKEA, taking care of our co-workers and their dependents is a top priority. That’s why we offer our eligible, regular co-workers (part-time and full-time) a full menu of benefits and perk options to help everyone maintain work and life balance, be well and plan for their future. Join our team and enjoy these benefits and so much more!

*Generous paid time off, holiday and sick time
*WiselyPay – get earned wages up to two days early
*Paid parental leave (up to 16 weeks)
*KinderCare tuition discount ?
*Retirement and bonus plans
*Co-worker discount, meal deal, and referral bonus
*Pet insurance program
*Education assistance and learning programs
*Safety shoe reimbursement
*24/7 telehealth visits
*Dental and vision plans
*Medical and Rx?plans (must work min. 20 hrs/wk)
*A fun and inclusive work environment

What you'll be doing day to day

The individual in this role is our customer’s first physical interaction with IKEA and sets the tone for a world-class customer experience. The Measurement Technician serves as the in-home partner with the IKEA Home Service Planners. You will begin the installation conversation by accurately measuring and drawing out the installation space.
• Accurately measure, interpret, and draw out installation space.
• Uploads the data in a timely manner and within the IKEA requirements using IKEA technology.
• Reviews layout of kitchen and all project paperwork with customer to ensure all components are correct and all measurements are accurate.
• Promotes the IKEA commercial priorities by securing high quality services, in a cost and time effective way.
• Reviews appliance, electrical and plumbing locations to ensure they are captured on the measurement documents.
• Interacts with customers to ensure their needs are being met.
• Addresses and resolves customer concerns, demonstrates empathy, and reinforces the IKEA values

Together as a Team

We are meeting our customers at the home to ensure their vision becomes our vision. Connecting with our customers allows for us to take exact measurements and embolden their vision. This allows for the customer’s creativity to shine through while supporting that vision with IKEA products.

Why we will love you

Representing the IKEA brand is the start of creating a space that our customers will love to live in. Whether meeting in the customer’s home, or on the IKEA sales floor, discussing the benefits of IKEA Products installed by IKEA Home Services technicians and installers provides the customer confidence in the products and services offered by IKEA.

QUALIFICATIONS

• HS Diploma, GED, or equivalent preferred
• Vocational Tech education, wood shop class experience welcome
• Space layout experience is preferred
• Previous measuring experience preferred
• Customer service and sales experience
• Experience with computer technology including MS Office Suite, Salesforce and other
• Must have a valid driver's license, current auto insurance and reliable transportation

Requirements
• Be able to lift 50lbs or more frequently (over 46% of the day)
• Travel is required for this role. Travel time is 4-5 days per week on average