Career Opportunities

NBS is currently looking for an Architectural Designer. We are interested in finding the right, long-term team member who is self-directed, organized, process oriented, and has strong communication skills.

What Will You Be Doing?

This is a full-time on-site role for an Architectural Designer located in Troy, MI. The Architectural Designer will be involved through all phases of the project and be responsible for field measuring, as built documentation, proposing design concepts, and creating construction drawings and submission to building department municipalities for permitting. The designer will also collaborate and coordinate with internal divisions including interior/furniture designers, audio visual systems engineers, construction estimator, and project management teams.
Additionally, this role will be responsible for:

• Designing and specifying architectural products: Steelcase Demountable Walls & Renson Pergolas
• Overseeing software maintenance and drawing standards
• Organizing and responding to RFI’s from sub-contractors
• The reviewing, coordination, and approval of shop drawings & submittals
• Filling out and gathering information required for permit submission and applications
• Conducting jobsite walkthroughs with team members to answer site-related questions

Do You Have the Experience, Knowledge, and Abilities We’re Looking For?

• Experience in architectural related work (3-5 years)
• Minimum of bachelor’s degree in architecture or related field
• Proficiency in design software and tools including Revit, Lumion, SketchUp, AutoCAD, Matterport, CET
• Experience in commercial interiors or workplace design and renovation work a plus
• Ability to pick up redlines and integrate into construction documents
• Ability to take a concept and create working construction drawings and details
• A strong understanding of building codes and regulations
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with internal and external clients
• Ability to work with multidisciplinary teams, including designers, project managers, field superintendents, and estimators.
• Strong visual communication skills required

NBS is currently looking for an Audiovisual On-Site Technical Analyst. We are interested in finding the right, long-term team member who is self-directed, organized, process oriented, and has strong communication skills.

What Will You Be Doing?

This person will have experience in technical troubleshooting and problem-solving audiovisual systems with strong customer service skills. They will perform proactive maintenance, resolve issues, and interact with end users to enable amazing experiences with workplace technology. They will work primarily at a designated client site with the potential for travel to the client’s other locations on a limited basis. Some of the primary job duties of this position include:

• Performing preventative maintenance of AV equipment in conference rooms and testing equipment.
• Troubleshooting issues with connectivity/cabling in conference rooms.
• Supporting users as questions come in regarding equipment connection.
• Providing technical phone support.
• Monitoring a Help Ticket system and providing technical support for tickets placed.
• Discussing with designated contact employee any corrective services that need to be performed, or any parts that need to be ordered to resolve an issue.
• Performing troubleshooting steps on audiovisual equipment that is not functioning properly.
• Ensuring room audiovisual systems are functional for scheduled meetings.
• Supporting digital signage hardware applications.
• Continuing to create and maintain a conference room asset database.
• Continuing to improve Standard Work Instructions database, including floorplan and room routing diagrams.
• Continuing to gather audiovisual information from outstate locations to add to database.
• Providing training sessions to end users as needed on equipment functionality, and with meeting startup assistance.
• Inventorying audiovisual and technical equipment.
• Updating Barco, Extron, Crestron, and Bi-Amp equipment to the latest firmware versions as needed per the manufacturer’s suggestion to ensure reliable functionality.
• Continuing with asset management tagging of audiovisual equipment, as necessary.
• Maintaining an inventory of consumable items such as HDMI cables, USB cables, projector lamps, etc. as applicable.

Do You Have The Experience, Knowledge and Skills We’re Looking For?

• CTS (Certified Technical Specialist) preferred but not required.
• 3-5 years’ experience in the audiovisual, technology, or other closely related industry.
• Thorough knowledge of common audiovisual systems including basic setup and troubleshooting.
• Confident expertise in Microsoft Teams including functions, features, and configuration for both the end-user Teams client and Teams Room systems.
• Computer proficiency and technical aptitude with advanced working knowledge of Microsoft Office 365 Productivity Suite.
• Strong work ethic with the ability to prioritize and delegate appropriately.
• Excellent customer service skills and mindset.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

OBJECTIVE
This position has the overall responsibility of installing, testing, and completing small to large-scale audiovisual systems while demonstrating the utmost professionalism and client satisfaction. This position is responsible for demonstrating audiovisual best practices regarding the installation, operation, control, testing, servicing, and troubleshooting of audiovisual systems.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Complete rack build-up, pull cable, and prepare equipment for installation.
• Conduct installation of completed racks, projectors, monitors, and related sub-mounts.
• Lead testing of system components to assure system completeness and convention.
• Follow company-approved installation methods and techniques.
• Ensure all work complies with company policies, procedures, standards, and conventions.
• Ensure each system’s physical completeness is in accordance with installation drawings.
• Maintain an ongoing dialog with AV Foreman and Project Manager, ensuring work quality, performance, and materials meet required schedules and expectations.
• Maintain assigned equipment inventory and assigned tools.
• Read and interpret audiovisual system drawings, schematics, and construction plans.
• Document system and construction drawing changes and work with Design Engineers for completion of as-built drawings.
• Cable management of all wires following industry standards while learning and sharing best practices.
• Perform on-site rack fabrication when required.
• Prepare systems for in-house job staging making all necessary connections, loading configuration files, etc.
• Assist with cleaning the shop and all surrounding work areas.
• Maintain and ensure the proper tools are always available to perform all job duties.
• Provide daily field reporting to AV Foreman.
• Travel to client sites and other NBS offices as required.
• Complete other duties or special projects as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Proven ability to meet deadlines and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Must exhibit and maintain a positive, can-do attitude.
• Ability to effectively work individually or in a team environment.
• Assertive, resourceful, and self-motivated; willing to ask questions, take initiative and communicate clearly.
• Consistently demonstrate a professional demeanor, appearance, and attitude.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and clean driving record.

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE

• 2-5 years of technical audiovisual-related experience.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT

This position requires physical effort and the use of motor skills requiring manual dexterity. While performing the duties of this job the team member is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, climb, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, push/pull, or balance weight for extended periods of time. Team member must frequently lift, push, or pull boxes/merchandise weighing between 70 pounds and 100 pounds. With mechanical assistance, team member will occasionally move up to 300 pounds. Team member will regularly drive a delivery vehicle and must be able to enter and exit the vehicle throughout the day. Occasionally operate warehouse equipment that requires manual dexterity such as using a forklift or pallet jack to move product. Activities include the use of lightweight tools to assemble, install, or repair products requiring some coordinated movements.

This position requires driving in all types of weather. While performing the duties of this job, the team member regularly operates lightweight tools. Using proper safety procedures will eliminate any potential hazards. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

NBS is currently looking for a full-time Carpet Cleaning Technician in our Troy office.

Reports to: Director, Commercial Cleaning Solutions

The safety of our team members is our #1 priority.  Therefore, we have implemented numerous safety protocols related to the COVID-19 pandemic; as recommended by national and local government, and health authorities.  These protocols include:

• Field staff are equipped with face masks, gloves, hand sanitizer and wipes.
• NBS vehicles are equipped with the necessary disinfecting supplies.
• Our vehicles are decontaminated/fogged on a regular basis.
• Team members are strongly encouraged to follow the CDC guidelines for preventing the spread of the virus.

Job Duties:

• Primarily include carpet, fabric, upholstery, and floor cleaning along with various other services provided by NBS.
• Work hours are typically Monday-Friday between 4:00 pm to 1:00 am.
• Must be available to work at least two Saturdays a month.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
• Experience driving lightweight trucks preferred.
• No commercial cleaning experience necessary.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Good communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Excellent customer service skills; ability to conduct client contact in a professional and courteous manner.
• Ability to meet physical demands listed below.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

This position requires physical effort and use of motor skills requiring manual dexterity. While performing the duties of this job the team member is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, climb, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, push/pull, or balance weight for extended periods of time.

This position requires driving in all types of weather. While performing the duties of this job, the team member regularly operates machinery. Using proper safety procedures will eliminate any potential hazards. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Pre-employment testing, including a drug screen and background check, will be required prior to hire.

NBS is currently looking for a Furniture Installer. We are interested in finding the right, long-term team member who is looking for something more than just a job and wants to be part of a team that includes the best and brightest people in our industry. We are interested in someone who is goal-oriented and driven to get things done, with proven mechanical ability and a great attitude.

What Will You Be Doing?

• Loading furniture orders onto truck and delivering product to customers; completing furniture assembly/ installation as per installation specifications to meet customer expectation; inspecting furniture for proper operability according to manufacturer’s guidelines.
• Installing all types of freestanding furniture and panel and modular systems; including placement, leveling, wipe-down, and touching-up of metal and wood furniture at customer location.
• Completing all required furniture service/repair paperwork.
• Removing all trash from jobsites and leaving them clean and wiped down.
• Following all safety procedures in the performance of job duties.
• Ensuring the overall cleanliness of the trucks and tools used by the department and being responsible for completion of annual DOT physical.
• Interacting daily with customers, other team members, and warehouse management.

Physical Demands
Physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work requires physical effort and use of motor skills requiring manual dexterity. While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, climb, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, push/pull, or balance weight for extended periods of time. Employee must frequently lift, push, or pull boxes/merchandise weighing between 70 pounds and 100 pounds.  With mechanical assistance, employee will occasionally move up to 300 pounds. Employee will regularly drive a delivery truck and must be able to enter and exit the truck throughout the day. Regularly operate warehouse equipment that requires manual dexterity and use of lightweight tools requiring some coordinated movements. Activities include using a forklift or pallet jack to move furniture; and lightweight tools to assemble, install or repair furniture.

Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Drive delivery routes in all types of weather. While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly operates lightweight tools. Using proper safety procedures will eliminate any potential hazards. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Do You Have the Experience, Knowledge, and Abilities We’re Looking For?

• 2-5 years of furniture installation experience.
• Ability to lift and carry at least 100 lbs.
• Willingness to work overtime when needed.
• A valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
• Prior experience working with Steelcase furniture is preferred.
• Experience with hand truck/dolly type equipment and using hand/electrical tools to assemble furniture.
• Ability to meet physical demands listed.
• Experience driving lightweight trucks preferred.
• Good communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to read construction blueprints and installation drawings.
• Demonstrated competence related to writing installation project and problem reports.
• Excellent customer service skills, conducting customer contact in a professional and courteous manner.

NBS is currently looking for a Furniture Installer. We are interested in finding the right, long-term team member who is looking for something more than just a job and wants to be part of a team that includes the best and brightest people in our industry. We are interested in someone who is goal-oriented and driven to get things done, with proven mechanical ability and a great attitude.

What Will You Be Doing?

• Loading furniture orders onto truck and delivering product to customers; completing furniture assembly/ installation as per installation specifications to meet customer expectation; inspecting furniture for proper operability according to manufacturer’s guidelines.
• Installing all types of freestanding furniture and panel and modular systems; including placement, leveling, wipe-down, and touching-up of metal and wood furniture at customer location.
• Completing all required furniture service/repair paperwork.
• Removing all trash from jobsites and leaving them clean and wiped down.
• Following all safety procedures in the performance of job duties.
• Ensuring the overall cleanliness of the trucks and tools used by the department and being responsible for completion of annual DOT physical.
• Interacting daily with customers, other team members, and warehouse management.

Physical Demands
Physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work requires physical effort and use of motor skills requiring manual dexterity. While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, climb, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, push/pull, or balance weight for extended periods of time. Employee must frequently lift, push, or pull boxes/merchandise weighing between 70 pounds and 100 pounds.  With mechanical assistance, employee will occasionally move up to 300 pounds. Employee will regularly drive a delivery truck and must be able to enter and exit the truck throughout the day. Regularly operate warehouse equipment that requires manual dexterity and use of lightweight tools requiring some coordinated movements. Activities include using a forklift or pallet jack to move furniture; and lightweight tools to assemble, install or repair furniture.

Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Drive delivery routes in all types of weather. While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly operates lightweight tools. Using proper safety procedures will eliminate any potential hazards. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Do You Have the Experience, Knowledge, and Abilities We’re Looking For?

• 2-5 years of furniture installation experience.
• Ability to lift and carry at least 100 lbs.
• Willingness to work overtime when needed.
• A valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
• Prior experience working with Steelcase furniture is preferred.
• Experience with hand truck/dolly type equipment and using hand/electrical tools to assemble furniture.
• Ability to meet physical demands listed.
• Experience driving lightweight trucks preferred.
• Good communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to read construction blueprints and installation drawings.
• Demonstrated competence related to writing installation project and problem reports.
• Excellent customer service skills, conducting customer contact in a professional and courteous manner.

NBS is currently looking for an Interior Designer. We are interested in finding the right, long-term team member who is goal-oriented, driven to get things done, and can easily manage multiple priorities while remaining focused on achieving results.

What Will You Be Doing?

This is a full-time position related to furniture design in the Healthcare, Education, Corporate and Emerging Business sectors. This position is part of the NBS Creative Solutions Team and is responsible for the creation of design solutions from inception to final layout. Creative thinking and daily collaboration with other Creative team members, clients, the NBS Sales team and other internal resources is required. The Designer role requires a selling mindset, strong organizational and communication skills, and the ability to thrive under pressure, all while creating and delivering impactful interior solutions. Exceptional presentation skills are imperative.

Additionally, this role will be responsible for:

• Providing excellent client experience and strongly representing the NBS brand

• Working with the A&D community, NBS team members and vendor partners to provide exceptional design solutions through an integrated approach, combining Architecture, Furniture and Technology
• Maintain the efficiency and organization of project work.
• Generate accurate working documents (interior design concepts, space plans, furniture plans, specifications, and installation documents, etc.)

• Produce and present design concepts to clients.

• Develop creative solutions that meet client needs and requirements while adhering to building code/ADA requirements relative to interior space planning.
• Maintain and submit timely and accurate time sheets, weekly schedules.
• Ability to obtain client approval on documents, drawings, and finish selections.
• Participate in regular industry professional development, including completion of related CEU’s, certifications, etc.

Do You Have the Experience, Knowledge, and Abilities We’re Looking For?

• BS/BA/BAA/BFA degree in Interior or Architectural Design. (CIDR ACCR.)
• NCIDQ-completion preferred but not required.
• A minimum of 3 years of industry experience, leading commercial interior design projects.
• Must have proficiency in a variety of industry software-AutoCAD, CET Designer, Sketchup, Microsoft Office, Procore etc.
• Must have knowledge of ADA and building codes related to Interior Design and furniture planning.
• Requires extreme attention to detail and ability to work in a deadline driven industry.
• Strong time management skills and ability to juggle multiple projects, while taking ownership for project deliverables
• Exceptional customer service skills to manage internal and external clients.