Sign Installation Coordinator

SignArt Inc.; Grandville (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

SignArt Inc. is seeking a diligent Sign Installation Coordinator to lead installation projects in a fast-paced environment. You will plan, schedule crews, coordinate site access, and ensure safety and on-time delivery with minimal customer disruption.

You will work closely with production and office teams, review work orders, pre-stage equipment, manage fleet maintenance, and communicate updates. Prior experience in signage installs and CDL/crane credentials are preferred.

Qualifications

• Technical knowledge of installation and electrical work.
• Ability to get the most out of installation crews.
• Strong organizational skills for coordinating multiple tasks.
• Knowledge of the signage industry and its standards.
• Experience coordinating field operations and safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Manage planning and execution of sign installations.
• Schedule crews, coordinate site access and permits, communicate with customers.
• Arrange equipment and subcontractors when needed.
• Ensure installations are on time and safe per project specs; attend weekly production meetings.
• Collaborate with Production and Office Coordinator to schedule crews and review work orders for materials.
• Ensure crews have all materials before leaving and maintain clear instructions for crew leaders.
• Maintain communication with Production Coordinator to assess readiness for installation.
• Manage fleet maintenance and inspections for vehicles.
• Document travel and work procedures; perform annual employee reviews.

Skills

Technical knowledge

Organizational skills

Crew management

Signage industry knowledge

Job description

The Sign Installation Coordinator will be expected to work in a fast-paced environment, managing several tasks at once, and will work closely with internal leadership team and personnel. The position requires high attention to details, concern for the exact correctness of work, and a strong commitment to products being installed timely and with limited disruption to the customer.

Key Responsibilities and Duties:

• Manage the planning and execution of sign installations.
• Schedule installation crews, coordinate site access and permits, communicate with customers
• Arrange equipment and subcontractors when needed.
• Ensure installations are done safely, on time, and as per project specifications. Attend weekly production meetings
• Work with Production and Office Coordinator to schedule install crews Read over work orders for materials needed, crews needed, etc.
• Make sure crews are out on time, know where they are going, and know what they are doing.
• Be sure crews have ALL material needed before leaving
• Keep constant communication with the Production Coordinator to determine readiness for installation
• Limit return trips to ensure work is done in the most profitable manner Manage fleet of vehicles for maintenance and inspections
• Make certain instructions and job safety requirements are adequately clear to crew leaders to optimize their work performance.
• Pass on information obtained from sales and other people.
• Note items required on work orders, pre-purchasing as necessary.
• Review project documentation to determine if any special equipment, tools, supplies, and inventory is needed so that those items can be pre-staged.
• Purchase items which are necessary to optimal performance of work
• Assist on an as-needed basis with:

o Installation of new signs and sign structures

o Removal and replacing parts of signs

o Safely operating cranes and other aerial equipment and trucks

o General cleaning of installation equipment

• Document travel and work procedures
• Perform employee reviews on an annual basis, more frequent if needed based on deficient performance

Qualifications:

• Technical knowledge of installation and electrical
• Ability to get the most out of the installation crews
• Organizational skills
• Knowledge of the signage industry.

Required Qualifications (or ability to obtain after employment):

• Valid CDL Class A license
• Current crane operator certification (NCCCO or equivalent)
• Active Sign Specialist License as required by state or local regulations