Sign Installer

Young Electric Sign Company; Helena (MT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Young Electric Sign Company in Helena, Montana is hiring a Sign Installer to install and service exterior signs. You will read blueprints, plan layouts, and coordinate materials and crews, while operating cranes, forklifts, and power tools.

A strong safety mindset and the ability to work independently are essential for meeting installation timelines. You will interact with customers, prepare installations, and complete paperwork with accuracy, ensuring high-quality sign installations and

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED; 6+ years in construction with sign/lighting experience.
• Ability to read blueprints and work orders.
• Valid Class B CDL License is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review blueprints and prepare materials for sign installation.
• Determine layout, installation procedures, and mark guidelines.
• Transport materials to sites and load/unload equipment.
• Assemble and install signs using hand/power tools and heavy equipment.
• Perform maintenance and repairs on existing signs.
• Complete installation/service paperwork and obtain customer sign-off.
• Follow safety guidelines and regulations.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Communication skills

Independent work

Math skills

Safety-conscious

Physical stamina

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Crane operation

Forklift operation

Heavy equipment

Power tools

Job description

Minimum:Maximum:Location:Helena, MontanaJob Type:Full timeJob Title:Sign InstallerJob Description:GENERAL PURPOSE:Under the general supervision of the Supervisor or Lead, installs new signs and services existing signs efficiently and within budget.ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:Reviews blueprints, identifies and prepares necessary materials and supplies for sign installationDetermine layout and installation procedures and measure and mark guidelines to be used for installationsDrives trucks to transport sign materials to installation sites and load and unload trucks with supplies and equipmentAssemble and install products utilizing hand and power tools, operating heavy equipmentMay require scaffolding erection and other work platformsPerforms maintenance and repair to existing signsCompletes paperwork for installations and service workFollows all safety guidelines and regulationsObtains completed work sign-off from customersMARGINAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:Cleans and maintains equipmentPerforms other functions as necessary or as assignedNATURE OF WORK CONTACTS:Interacts with customersInteracts with installation helpers and apprenticesInteracts with engineers, production staff, account executives and other departmentsTRAINING & QUALIFICATIONS:To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.A High School Diploma or GED and six or more years of relevant experience involving demonstrated abilities in construction including welding, operation of heavy equipment, crane and forklift, power tools, electrical experience, and reading blueprints and work orders; or any combination of training, education and experience which provides the following knowledge, abilities, and skills.Ability to organize, prioritize and coordinate multiple work activities to meet critical deadlines, as well as working independentlyAbility to deal effectively and tactfully with a wide variety of individuals in person, via telephone and in writingAbility to operate computer, telephone, and other office equipmentKnowledge of electrical installation (NEC codes, etc.)Knowledge of LED lighting and signaling systemsExcellent basic math skillsStrong work ethic with an enthusiastic, positive attitude, and the highest level of integrityExcellent communication skillsMaintain regular and timely attendanceValid Class B CDL LicenseWelding experiencePHYSICAL/SENSORY DEMANDS:The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Work is generally performed in a shop environment, outside site environment or driving to site locations. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to: sit or stand for long periods of time; use computer to enter data, use telephone to converse with customers, staff, and other departments; perform repetitive wrist, hand and/or finger movement. The employee is regularly required to: talk, feel the attributes of objects, grasp, push, and reach with arms or hands. Specific vision abilities include: clarity of vision at 20 inches or less; ability to adjust eye to bring an object into sharp focus. The Employee must have ability to climb, crawl, bend, lift 50 pounds and operate heavy equipment.We maintain a drug free workplace. We do test for marijuana. Young Electric Sign Company is an EEO/AA employer. We welcome all qualified jobseekers. Jobseekers will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, religion or other legally protected status.