Sign Maker & Installation Specialist

FASTSIGNS of West Metro, MN; American Canyon (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Medical plan (optional)

Training Provided

Bonus Plan

Job summary

FASTSIGNS is seeking a Sign Maker & Installer to manage production and on-site installation of signs. You’ll cut substrates, apply vinyl graphics, and ensure high-quality finishes while coordinating with team members in a fast-paced setting.

The role requires using a boom truck or ladders, operating shop tools, and performing site surveys with accuracy. A hands-on, detail-driven team player with basic construction knowledge is ideal.

Qualifications

• Requires strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Must have basic math skills (whole numbers and fractions).
• Able to stand for long periods and lift 50+ pounds.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and own transportation.
• Experience with hand and power tools used in sign production is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Follows layouts to place vinyl or full color graphics on substrates.
• Prep substrates (cutting, painting, laminating, cleaning) for vinyl application.
• Weed excess vinyl from computer cut images.
• Perform quality checks pre- and post-production.
• Install signs and graphics at customer locations when required.

Skills

Strong communication

Detail oriented

Team player

Valid driver’s license

Reliable transportation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Table saw

Panel saw

Router

Jig saw

Skill saw

Chop saw

Drills

Sanders

Hand tools

Job description

Position also known as: Sign Maker, Production Specialist, Production Lead, Production Expert

Are you highly motivated, detail oriented, and creative? Are you up for a challenge, eager to learn, and looking to join an established and fast-growing company? If so, we’re looking for talented and inspired candidates who are focused on teamwork, task completion, and customer satisfaction. If you are looking for a rewarding career, not just another job, then come join our team as a Sign Maker & Installer.

As a Sign Maker & Installation Specialist, you will be responsible for all aspects of the physical production and installation of signs. This involves cutting and preparing substrates and frames, weeding and applying vinyl graphics, and producing finished signs and graphics at a consistently high standard of quality and speed. In addition, this person will be responsible for installation of signs and graphics at customer locations. This position requires working from a boom truck and/or ladders, working with basic shop tools including table saw, panel saw, router, jig saw, skill saw, chop saw, drills, sanders, and other hand held tools useful in sign production and installation. Must be detail orientated. Good communication skills are a must, both written and verbal. Good knowledge of technology and use of the computer is required. The ideal candidate is a creative, self-motivated team player who can work in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment and who is determined to make every project his or her absolute best.

Responsibilities

• Follows a layout to place computer-generated vinyl or full color graphic images on a pre-determined substrate or medium
• Prepares substrates for application, which may include cutting, painting, laminating, cleaning, and maintaining the substrates for vinyl application
• Weeds excess vinyl from computer cut images
• Performs quality assurance measures pre- and post-production
• Reports inventory levels and stock to be reordered to the center manager/production manager or franchise partner
• Helps unload raw materials and cleans and maintains storage areas
• Works on different projects simultaneously
• Performs routine machine maintenance and minor repairs when necessary
• Establishes and maintains effective team relationships with all support departments
• Follows all company policies, procedures, and business ethics codes
• Ability to install signs and graphics of all types (dimensional letters, channel letters, monument signs, post and panel signs, vinyl and print graphics, set up concrete bases and forms, dig holes for posts, etc.).
• Be very good and handy with all hand and power tools as well as materials. Tools such as hammer drills, impact drivers, table & panel saws, jigsaws, sawzall, wire strippers, various wall and concrete anchors and mounts, post concrete, grommet machine, corner rounders, levels, files, rulers, tall ladders, lifts/booms etc.
• Must think on their feet and figure out solutions onsite.
• Skills of a Handyman with knowledge of basic construction is needed and a huge plus.
• Must be able to do detailed site surveys and accurately get all required measurements, mounting requirements, access, photos, colors, and full scope the work.

Qualifications

• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Basic math skills (adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing whole numbers and fractions and converting fractions to decimals and vice versa)
• Able to work well under pressure to output high volume, high quality work
• Able to stand for long periods of time
• Able to lift 50 or more pounds
• Must have the flexibility to lean over a waist-high table and use back forth hand motions to apply vinyl letters and graphics to a substrate
• Able to use light power equipment
• High school diploma or GED required
• Proficient computer and internet skills, including Microsoft Office suite
• Valid driver's license
• Must have your own transportation
• Ability to climb and work off of step stools, ladders and small scaffolding

Benefits

• Paid vacation after 1 year; holiday’s
• Optional shared medical plan
• Training Provided
• Bonus Plan Available

At FASTSIGNS, every day is unique and presents exciting opportunities, including new ways to use your talent and grow your skills. We have a large network of independently owned locations - both locally and internationally - who offer competitive pay and ongoing training opportunities.

Are you ready to plan your future? Discover your next career. Make your statement.

This franchise is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchisee. All inquiries about employment at this franchisee should be made directly to the franchise location, and not to FASTSIGNS Corporate.