Why Budget Blinds of Dubuque
Meet your local, neighborhood experts.
Here's our team: ready to design the perfect look in new custom window coverings for you!
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David and Maria LaMarche
Owners
David is proud to be a local business owner, because he gets the chance to solve your problems! He is very smart with technology, loves smart home upgrades including window covering motorization (especially Lutron!). He is also the local drapery expert, having been trained in all-things-drapery. He pays attention to every detail that matters, making every project one that turns into something amazing!
David and Maria own Budget Blinds of Dubuque and their top priority is providing a 5-star customer experience. We are easy to reach and respond quickly.
When given the chance, David will jump on a wakeboard, go downhill skiing, or scuba dive! Maria plays a few instruments and helps out with the church worship team and loves traveling. They both try to keep up with their four children.
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Brad Fangman
Design Consultant
Brad is fantastic part of our team! He is happy to be your solution finder when it comes to your unique window covering needs. If you have no idea what you want, he is your expert.
He loves the design element of discussing options with you and will easily help narrow down your choices. He uses his knowledge of all the options and has an amazing eye for color to find the right option that will fit your style, design, and budget.
He knows our products very well, and you can trust Brad to help you. Customers are so pleased with his service they call and ask for him again and again!
Brad loves his wife Shelly, his bulldog Zeke, and is an avid bowler and camper.
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Joseph Thrall
Design Consultant
Joseph has a keen eye for detail and a passion for helping customers find the perfect window treatments to match their style and needs. He enjoys guiding clients through options that blend function and aesthetics, making the process easy and enjoyable.
Outside of work, he spends his time tending to his saltwater aquarium, playing board games, and perfecting his grilling techniques. He and his wife, Ellada, enjoy traveling, trying new foods, and keeping life interesting with plenty of laughter and adventures.
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Theresa Renaud
Office Administrator
Theresa is simply amazing and does a fantastic job managing a complex set of tasks! She is the first person you talk to, and is dedicated to making your experience from inspiration to installation easy. You will communicate with her to schedule appointments for design consultations and installations, and she will be with you through the process to help answer all your questions.
Theresa enjoys spending time with her family and three dogs, Jerry, Archie and Macho.
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Sam Solbach
Commercial Lead
As the Commercial Business Lead at Budget Blinds of Cedar Falls/Waterloo, I specialize in estimating, field measuring, administrative work, and overseeing installations. I take pride in delivering precise, high-quality solutions that meet the unique needs of each project while ensuring a seamless experience from start to finish.
Beyond my professional role, I have a deep passion for music, it has played a huge part in my life. I also enjoy gaming and appreciate the strategy and creativity it brings. My work ethic is fueled by a commitment to excellence, strong faith, love for caffeine, and a dedication to continuous improvement.
I strive to bring dedication, problem-solving, and a customer-first approach to every project, always looking for ways to improve and innovate.
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Drew Wagner
Installation Technician
My favorite part about the job is getting to see all the unique houses and seeing our customers happy with the final product. I've got good attention to detail and like to have a plan and order for the installations. Outside of work, I like sports and hanging out with friends.
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Violet LaMarche
Installation Technician
Hi, my name is Violet, and I've been working around the family business for about 4 years now and have been installing for about a year. I love talking to new people and helping their homes look refreshed with new shades! I am attentive to details and quick at what I do. I never want any surprises for our customers, and I can’t wait to see new shades in your home!
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Calvin LaMarche
Part time Installation Technician
Calvin LaMarche is David and Maria’s 17-year-old son. He helps with installations during the summers and when he can throughout the school year. He is attentive and cheerful, paying attention to details. He enjoys making customers happy! He also loves to meet your pets.
Calvin likes football and learning about cars in his free time.
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Jared Aronson
Installation Technician
I pay good attention to my work and like to learn about all the different kinds of shades. Outside of work I hang with family and friends and enjoy watching/playing sports
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Liz
Office Administrator
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Gina
Services Administrator
Gina handles a variety of service and repair needs. She is diligent and works hard to make sure you have an excellent experience with us.
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Coco
Team Motivator
We love our dogs around here. Coco is Dave and Maria's 3-yr old Saint Bernard and brings lots of smiles to the family. She is the smallest of a huge litter born to a reputable breeder in Dyersville, IA.
If you have a dog, we will probably fall in love with them when we come to your house.
We're looking for people to join our team.
If you love the idea of becoming an expert and providing outstanding customer service, give us a shout.
Budget Blinds of Dubuque is growing strong. We are looking for someone with a positive attitude, initiative, and who loves helping people solve problems. Even though it is labeled a sales role, it feels much different. Customers want you in their homes and businesses. You have the power to find solutions to their unique needs and be creative at the same time. It is highly rewarding, and building with relationships with customers is very satisfying.
This is an exciting position that will be a crucial part of growing our presence for Budget Blinds of Dubuque. People want window coverings, and we provide the best quality and broadest selection available! The candidate who is great with people, has good design sense, measures accurately, and shows excellent initiative will soar in this position.
We are opening a storefront in Dubuque, which we are currently working on setting up and staffing.
Benefits/Perks
- Paid Training
- Career Advancement Opportunities
- Flexible Scheduling
- Base Salary plus commissions
- Company Vehicle
- Great Team Atmosphere
- 401k
- Monday through Friday, no nights, no weekends.
Responsibilities
- Complete 2 to 4 in home consultations each day
- Offer exceptional customer service and expert design advice
- Accurately measure windows and place orders for products
- Discuss your job details with installers when necessary
- Install product for some projects (this greatly helps sales knowledge!)
- Document all sales communications
- Respond to emails and phone calls promptly
- Follow up on all leads and pending sales to closure
- Stay current on Window Treatment trends and product changes
- Participate in weekly sales meetings and periodic trainings
- Market development work
Qualifications
- Team Player, easy to get along with
- 1 year of sales experience required
- 1 year of customer service experience required
- Excellent, clean driving record, must pass background test
- Excellent written correspondence skills
- Strong math skills
- Proficient in MS Office
- Must be able to climb stairs and lift 20lbs+
- Measure overhead and while on a ladder
- Honest, Respectful and Service Oriented required
Nice to have
- Experience with window coverings including drapery is helpful, but not required
- Previous experience with invoicing is helpful, but not required
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $24,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- No nights
Supplemental pay types:
- Bonus pay
- Commission pay
Experience:
- sales: 1 year (Required)
- customer service: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: On the road, sometimes in the office