Lead Signage Installer

Strategic Factory; Owings Mills (MD); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Strategic Factory in Owings Mills seeks a Lead Signage Installer to oversee installation projects and ensure quality standards. The ideal candidate will possess experience in signage installation and possess strong leadership skills, alongside a commitment to safety and quality.

You will mentor a team, manage projects, and ensure all installations meet customer satisfaction. This role requires proficiency with installation tools and willingness to work in various weather conditions.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years’ experience in fabricated/electrical signage installation.
• Strong knowledge of signage materials and installation methods.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and train installation team members.
• Troubleshoot and resolve installation issues.
• Coordinate installation projects with the relevant teams.

Skills

Signage installation experience

Leadership skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Power tools

Cranes

Lifts

Job description

While working as a Lead Signage Installer, you will be responsible for overseeing installation projects, ensuring quality standards are met, and supervising a team of installation technicians. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in signage installation, including proficiency in handling a variety of signage materials and equipment. This role requires excellent leadership, training and development, communication, and problem‑solving skills.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Supervise and provide training and mentorship to installation team members, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
• Troubleshoot and resolve installation issues in a timely manner.
• Work with the Production Director, Installation and Service Coordinator, Fabrication and the Project Manager team to plan and coordinate installation projects, including resource allocation and logistics.
• Quality check and package completed jobs then load vehicles and transport signage for installation.
• Accurately install a variety of signage and large format materials using power and hand tools, welders, post hole diggers, adhesives, stud finders, leveling equipment, cranes, scaffolds, and ladders.
• Complete electrical connections on signage where the customer has provided hook‑up within six feet of the install location.
• Maintain effective relationships with customers and a clean, safe, and damage‑free workspace while on‑site.
• Interpret specifications, artwork, job orders, and company policies and procedures to make on‑site decisions about final placement and application.
• Enter information into a computer/tablet in order to keep track of jobs and assignments, including providing pictures of completed work for both billing and marketing purposes.
• Ensure adherence to safety protocols and regulations on all installation sites.
• Manage HR functions such as employee timekeeping, hiring, onboarding, training, disciplinary actions and terminations.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years’ experience in fabricated/electrical signage installation
• Strong knowledge of signage materials, fabrication techniques, and installation methods.
• Proficiency in using installation tools and equipment, including power tools, cranes, and lifts.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and signage designs.
• Strong problem‑solving abilities and attention to detail.
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to work independently and with a team and prioritize tasks in a fast‑paced environment.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Stick welding and basic low voltage electrical experience.
• Certifications (preferred but not required): CDL (class A or B), DOT, OSHA 10 & 30, Crane Operation Safety Certification, CPR/First Aid, Aerial Lift Safety.

Education

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)

Language Skills

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to speak effectively with customers.

Mathematical Skills

• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.

Reasoning Ability

• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Computer Skills

• Performing this job successfully requires that an individual have a basic understanding of Windows and internet usage.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Outlook preferred.

Other Qualifications

• Vision abilities required by this job are the ability to see clearly at 20 inches or less, the ability to identify and distinguish colors, and the ability to adjust focus.

Job Competencies

• Shows strong initiative.
• Ability to multi‑task and meet deadlines; highly detail‑oriented and meticulous.
• Strong critical thinking and analytical skills.
• Team‑oriented mindset.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Committed to company mission and values.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• While performing the duties of this job, one is regularly required to walk to the production area as well as unfamiliar customer spaces. The associate will regularly use a ladder, squat or kneel, and lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• The associate must occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds.
• The associate must be ok with being in a bucket truck at heights of up to 90 feet.
• While performing the duties of this job, the associate is regularly exposed to a variety of noise levels.
• While performing the duties of this job, the associate could be outside in all the elements (rain, snow, heat, and freezing temps).

Strategic Factory is an Equal Opportunity Employer