Material Installer

AWP Safety, Inc; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay

Paid training incl. ATSSA cert.

Advancement opportunities

Referral incentives

Health plan options

Company-paid life insurance

Job summary

AWP Safety is seeking a Material Installer to transport, prepare, and install signage and related materials on varied projects. You will verify materials meet specifications, prepare mounting surfaces, and ensure proper installation while following safety protocols.

The role emphasizes field work, accurate documentation, and collaboration with project teams. Training incl. ATSSA certification and defensive driving is provided; advancements to leadership roles are possible.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED completed.
• 2-year degree in industrial-related field is a plus but not required.
• Ability to connect with field-level customers and contacts.
• Excellent verbal and nonverbal communication skills.
• Adherence to safe workplace practices.
• Valid driver’s license in good standing.

Responsibilities

• Ensure signs meet client specifications (spelling, font, size, medium).
• Load and transport signs, tools, and materials to site safely.
• Prepare site for installation and secure electrical connections as needed.
• Ensure accurate measurement, placement, and installation of material.
• Mount/install signs according to safety protocols.
• Clean site after installation and remove debris.
• Perform maintenance and repairs to materials as needed.
• Operate and maintain tools per safety protocols.
• Communicate daily with Project Management, Operations, and Sales teams; document completions.

Skills

Customer interaction

Excellent communication

Safety minded

Team collaboration

Physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Industrial-related 2-year degree (plus)

Tools

Hand & power tools

Sign mounting equipment

Job description

AWP Safety is North America’s leading traffic control and work zone safety partner, protecting the crews who build our infrastructure and the communities that rely on it. With more than 6,000 Protectors across the U.S. and Canada, we support construction, utility, municipal, and infrastructure projects with dependable traffic control services that keep people safe and keep projects moving.

Safety is Life at AWP Safety. Our people are the core of our business, and every role directly supports our mission to protect workers, drivers, and communities. Many team members start in entry-level traffic control or flagger positions, where we provide paid training, industry-leading safety practices, and opportunities to advance into leadership and operations roles.

We are a fast-growing, purpose-driven organization committed to operational excellence, customer service, and continuous improvement. If you want a career where your work truly matters—and where safety, teamwork, and development are top priorities—you belong at AWP Safety.

Job Description

The Material Installer is responsible for the successful transportation and installation of a variety of signage and material types. A Material Installer is required to review and ensure that all material meets the required specifications for each project, prepare each item for mounting, and manage the placement and installation of all material as required. A successful Material installer is detail oriented, will demonstrate precision, is knowledgeable about the many different material types used and possesses a sound understanding of the applicable construction and installation techniques.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ensure that signs meet clients' specifications in terms of spelling, font, size, and medium.
• Load and transport signs, tools, and materials to the location safely.
• Prepare the site for installation by removing old signage, preparing the surface or structure, and securing the electrical connections.
• Ensure the effective measurement, placement, connection, and installation of the material.
• Mount and installing signs or material in accordance with all safety protocols.
• Clear debris and materials from the site after each installation.
• Perform maintenance and repairs to material, as needed.
• Operate and maintain the tools and equipment in accordance with safety protocols.
• Maintaining all necessary communication with the Project Management Team, Director of Operations and Director of Sales Operations daily. This includes properly taking completion photos and emailing them accordingly.
• Properly completing all required paperwork as it pertains to logs, vehicle inspections, work order and timecards daily.
• Obtaining and maintaining all required licenses in a timely manner as set forth by the company

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED completion
• 2-year degree ina industrial-relatedfieldis a plusbut not required
• Must be able to and enjoy connecting with field-level customers and contacts
• Excellent verbal and nonverbal communication skills
• Must adhere to and promote safe workplace practices
• Valid Driver’s License void of suspension or revocation
• Good knowledge of various types of signs including vinyl, channel letters, electrical signs, and road signs.
• A sound understanding of the applicable installation methods, materials, and safety measures.
• The ability to operate hand and power tools.
• Willingness to work during evenings and on weekends, as needed.
• Typical workweek 40+hours
• Majority of time will be in the field
• The positionmay workin outside conditions that include inclement weather,not limited toheat, cold, humidity, and exposure to dust and asphalt
• Occasional exposure to fumes or airborne particles, moving vehicles, and occasionally exposed to a variety of extreme conditions at construction job sites
• Noise levels in the work environment and job sites can be loud
• Positionmay lift or carryobjects up to 50 pounds
• Ifnecessary,in the field, stand for long periods of time andperformstrenuous physical labor under adverse field conditions; employee lifts pushes, pulls, or carries objects

Additional Information

What We Offer:

• Competitive Hourly Pay:Starting at 19 - 22 per hour, based on experience, guaranteed pay increase within the first year.
• Rapid Advancement:Potential opportunities to progress to Lead Protector, Field Supervisor, or Manager roles
• Comprehensive Training:Paid, on-the-jobtraining including ATSSA certification and defensive driving, with ongoing professional development
• Recognition and Rewards:Competitive referral incentives and recognition for your dedication and hard work
• Benefits: *Eligible 1st of the month following 30 days of employment
• All traditional benefits are offered, including 3 medical plan options and 2 dental plan options, as well as Vision, and additional benefits such as Legal and Identity Shield, Accident,Critical Illness, STD and LTD
• Company paid 50Kin basic life insurance
• Health Savings and Flex Spending Accounts Available
• Paid Time Off
• Overtime opportunities

AWP considers anyposition that requires the individualto drive an AWP vehicle and/or be present at an AWP worksite for any reason a safety sensitive position.

AWPSafety is anEqual Opportunity Employer (EOE). Women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, age, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or disability.

AWP Safety is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, age, national origin, ancestry, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, protected veteran status, disability, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.