Sign Painter

NRI, Inc.; Maryland; On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

NRI, Inc. is seeking an experienced sign painter to prepare, paint, repair, and maintain signs.

The role involves working in a sign-production shop and at installation sites, handling brushes, spray guns, and stencils, while ensuring quality and safety standards. The ideal candidate will have hands-on painting experience, a strong eye for detail, and the ability to complete projects on schedule with the team.

Qualifications

• Hands-on painting experience with control of finish and consistency.
• Ability to prepare, paint, repair and maintain signs to project specs.
• Detail-oriented and safety-conscious when handling paints and chemicals.

Responsibilities

• Prepare surfaces for painting by cleaning, sanding, priming, and masking as needed.
• Review project specifications to determine painting techniques, colors, materials, and finishes.
• Apply lettering, graphics, and designs using brushes, spray guns, stencils, and other painting equipment.
• Ensure signs are completed accurately and meet established quality standards.
• Select and apply suitable paints and coatings based on sign material and intended use.
• Assist with sign installation at designated locations as needed.
• Perform maintenance, repairs, and touch-ups on existing signs.
• Maintain painting tools, equipment, and an organized work area.
• Follow workplace safety procedures when handling paints, chemicals, and equipment.
• Work collaboratively with team members to complete projects accurately and on schedule.

Skills

Painting experience

Attention to detail

Sign making

Tools

Brushes and spray equipment

Job description

The ideal candidate will have hands-on painting experience, a strong eye for detail, and the ability to prepare, paint, repair, and maintain signs. Candidates should be comfortable working with various painting tools and materials while producing high-quality work that meets project specifications and safety standards. This position may involve working in a sign-production shop and at designated installation sites.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare surfaces for painting by cleaning, sanding, priming, and masking as needed.
• Review project specifications and determine appropriate painting techniques, colors, materials, and finishes.
• Apply lettering, graphics, and designs using brushes, spray guns, stencils, and other painting equipment.
• Ensure signs are completed accurately and meet established quality standards.
• Select and apply suitable paints and coatings based on the sign material and intended use.
• Assist with sign installation at designated locations as needed.
• Perform maintenance, repairs, and touch-ups on existing signs.
• Maintain painting tools, equipment, and an organized work area.
• Follow workplace safety procedures when handling paints, chemicals, and equipment.
• Work collaboratively with team members to complete projects accurately and on schedule.