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**About Craftsmen Industries**
At Craftsmen Industries, we bring big ideas to life. We custom
manufacture specialty trailers, vehicles, and large-format printed
elements for experiential marketing and industrial solutions for brands
across the industry spectrum, including Boeing, PepsiCo, and
Anheuser-Busch.
Our products are created in-house, from design and engineering through
fabrication, graphics, and paint. This means our team gets to see
projects come together from start to finish-and our Graphics Installers
play an important role in bringing those designs to life.
Our Craftsmen team also includes Schantz Manufacturing, which
specializes in custom concession trailers for the fair and festival
industry.
Guided by our BUILD values, we create a dynamic, collaborative
environment where talented individuals can grow, learn, and make an
impact.
- What Do We Offer?**
- Competitive compensation.
- Career development opportunities.
- Medical, Dental and Vision benefits.
- 401(k) Match and Much More!
**Position Title: Graphics Installer**
**Position Summary**
As a Graphics Installer, you' ll help transform creative designs into
finished products by installing graphics, signage, and visual elements
on specialty vehicles, trailers, walls, floors, windows, and other
surfaces.
This is a hands-on role for someone who enjoys working with tools,
solving problems, paying attention to the details, and seeing their work
come to life. You' ll work alongside designers, project managers,
customers, and other team members to deliver high-quality installations
that represent our customers' brands.
**What You' ll Do**
- Install vinyl graphics, decals, and signage using materials such as 3M, Avery, and Mactac.
- Measure, align, cut, trim, and shape graphics for accurate, professional installations.
- Prepare surfaces by cleaning, priming, and ensuring proper adhesion.
- Remove existing graphics and adhesive materials using safe and effective techniques.
- Conduct on-site assessments and help determine installation requirements.
- Work with clients, designers, and project managers to understand project needs and coordinate schedules.
- Receive and inspect graphic materials for quality and accuracy.
- Maintain installation materials and coordinate orders as needed.
- Communicate project updates, concerns, and scheduling needs with customers and team members.
- Maintain records of completed work and communicate any challenges or issues.
- Keep work areas clean and organized throughout the day.
- Follow all company safety policies, including proper PPE and safe operation of tools and equipment.
**What You Bring**
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Ability to read basic instructions, follow measurements, and read a tape measure.
- Familiarity with hand tools and mechanical aptitude.
- Ability to read and understand graphic layout instructions.
- Ability to troubleshoot simple issues and learn new skills quickly.
- Ability to safely operate or learn to operate man lifts and forklifts.
- Strong attention to detail and pride in high-quality workmanship.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Consistent and stable work history.
- Class E Driver's License or willingness to obtain one within the first 30 days.
- Valid state driver's license and clean driving record.
**Preferred Experience Includes**
- Graphic installation or a related field.
- Vocational training or relevant certifications.
- Knowledge of graphic materials and adhesives.
- Carpentry, flooring, drywall, wallpaper installation, similar hands-on trades.
**Physical Requirements**
This position requires the ability to stand for extended periods, lift
and carry up to 75 lbs., and regularly walk, sit, stoop, squat, kneel,
climb, balance, and reach overhead. The role may involve ladders,
scaffolding, man lifts, and working in varying environments and weather
conditions. Some travel may be required for on-site assistance or
repairs. Hearing protection is required during specific tasks.
Craftsmen Industries (and its subsidiaries) is an Equal Opportunity
Employer. This means that we consider all applicants for employment and
employees eligible for employment without regard to race, marital status
or civil union status, sex, age, color, religion, national origin,
veteran status, mental or physical disability, sexual orientation,
gender identity, and/or any other characteristic protected by law. We
also provide reasonable accommodations to our applicants and employees
with disabilities in order to assist them in the performance of their