Installation Technician (Mechanic Level/ Lead)

Pro Signs; Downingtown (Chester County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

AD&D

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

401(k)

Overtime

Incentive Bonus

Job summary

Pro Signs in Downingtown, PA, is seeking an experienced Installation Technician (Mechanic Level/ Lead) to join our team. You will install, service, and repair commercial signage for regional and national accounts, working with building signs, vinyl graphics, and related structures.

Responsibilities include exact measurement and placement, safe operation of tools, lifting up to 75 pounds, and collaborating with a team to meet quality and safety standards.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience as a sign installer or similar position.
• Electrical, welding, or other mechanical experience helpful.
• Attention to detail and precision is a must.
• Ability to read installation drawings for specs.
• Valid driver's license with clean driving record; CDL is a plus.
• Experience working at heights (bucket truck experience).

Responsibilities

• Install building signs, vinyl graphics, and sign structures for businesses and organizations.
• Operate and maintain tools safely and in accordance with safety protocols.
• Ensure precise measurement, placement, connection, and installation of signage to standards.
• Load and transport signs, tools, and materials to client locations.
• Service and repair signage; remove old signage; clear debris after completion.

Skills

Reading installation drawings

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Safety awareness

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Bucket truck experience

Electrical experience

Welding experience

Job description

Company Overview

Established in 1947, Pro Signs is a signage and branding company located in Downingtown, PA. We are seeking an experienced Installation Technician (Mechanic Level/ Lead) to join our team. As one of the largest full‑service sign companies in the Mid‑Atlantic, Pro Signs specializes in regional and national account work as well as local architectural signage projects. This is a full‑time position reporting directly to the Installation Manager and duties include removal, installation, and repair of commercial signage such as building signs, vinyl graphics, and other sign structures for businesses and organizations.

Duties

• Install various types of building signs, vinyl graphics, and sign structures for businesses and organizations.
• Signage installation on poles, buildings, billboards, and other structures.
• Operate and maintain tools and equipment in accordance with safety protocols.
• Ensure the measurement, placement, connection, and installation of signage is precise to assigned standards.
• Ensure all work meets quality and safety standards.
• Load and transport signs, tools, and materials to the client's location.
• Service and repair signage.
• Remove old signage.
• Clear debris and other materials after completion of the project.

Requirements

• 2+ years of experience as a sign installer or similar position.
• Electrical, welding, or other mechanical experience helpful.
• Attention to detail and precision is a must.
• Strong organizational skill and ability to read installation drawings for specs.
• Motivated, reliable, and ability to work on a team.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Valid driver's license with clean driving record; CDL is a plus.
• Experience working at heights (tree work or bucket truck experience).
• Knowledge of fall protection guidelines.

Benefits and Schedule

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Short‑term disability and long‑term disability insurance
• Life insurance and AD&D coverage
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• 401(k) with company match
• 40+ hours per week, prevailing wage, incentive‑based bonus, and overtime available.
• Monday through Friday, generally starting at 6:30 AM, some overnights may be required, no weekends required.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to communicate clearly by phone, email, and in person; including the ability to understand safety documents.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, climb, and lift or carry materials weighing up to 75 pounds.
• Ability to work at heights and outdoors year‑round.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.
• Pro Signs offers a professional, family‑oriented atmosphere and the opportunity to contribute to the financial accuracy and customer experience of a growing, established organization.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Pro Signs is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.