Sign Production Specialist/Sign Installer

Agpittsburgh; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Health insurance

Paid time off

Training & development

Job summary

AlphaGraphics Pittsburgh is seeking a detail-oriented full-time Sign Production Specialist/Sign Installer to join their production team. The role involves producing and installing various signs and graphics, requiring hands-on experience with production equipment.

The candidate will operate printers, prepare materials, and must be dependable and organized. Competitive compensation includes health and dental coverage, 401(k) benefits, and opportunities for training.

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of large format equipment including flat bed and roll-to-roll printers.
• Experience with various tools and power tools.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Operating roll-to-roll and flatbed printers.
• Finishing custom signs including plotter cutting and weeding.
• Installing vinyl wrapping of walls and vehicles.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving skills

Teamwork

Tools

Large format printers

Plotters

Drills

Job description

AlphaGraphics Pittsburgh is a strategic communications partner serving organizations ranging from local businesses to national brands. Our team combines creative expertise with in‑house production capabilities to deliver projects efficiently, accurately, and at a high standard of quality.

We’re currently seeking a full‑time Sign Production Specialist/Sign Installer to join our production team. This role is responsible for the production and installation of a wide variety of signs and graphics, including vinyl lettering, wall wraps, vehicle graphics, dimensional lettering, stand‑off mounted signage, banners, and other custom visual communication solutions.

This position requires a hands‑on, detail‑oriented individual who is comfortable working with both production equipment and onsite installations. Responsibilities include laminating materials, weeding and applying vinyl graphics, preparing files and substrates for production, and operating large format printers, plotters, routers, and cutting equipment to produce high‑quality finished products.

The ideal candidate is dependable, organized, and able to adapt quickly in a fast‑paced production environment where priorities and project requirements can shift throughout the day. Strong problem‑solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively with teammates are essential to success in this role.

This is an opportunity to join a highly collaborative and growing team located in Pittsburgh’s Strip District. We offer competitive compensation, health, dental, and vision coverage, and 401(k) retirement benefits. As part of our signs and visual communications team, you’ll play an important role in helping execute impactful projects for a wide range of clients and industries.

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Training & development

Responsibilities

• Operating roll-to-roll and flatbed printers.
• Custom signs finishing, including plotter cutting, weeding, masking, and mounting vinyl graphics and lettering to various surfaces and substrates.
• Mounting and direct printing graphics to various substrates and materials.
• Laminating and preparing graphics and materials.
• Site surveying for measurements, adhesion tests, and installation assessments.
• Installing vinyl wrapping of walls, windows, and occasionally vehicles.
• Installing stud mounting, dimensional signage, and letters into interior and exterior walls.
• Traveling to local off‑site installations.

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of large format equipment, including but not limited to flat bed printers, roll-to-roll printers, plotters, routers, and cutting tables.
• Experience with various tools and power tools (ie drills, hammer drills, saws, routers, etc).
• Valid driver’s license.
• High attention to detail, including accurate measuring and craftmanship.
• Ability to climb ladders, scaffolding, use lifts, etc.
• Knowledge of sign materials and substrates.
• Familiarity with Adobe Illustrator and/or other design software.

Pluses

• 3M Wrap Certification or comparable certification (Oracal, Arlon, Avery, etc.)
• Previous experience with a router or cutter table (Colex, Zund, etc.)
• Experience with light electrical work.
• Experience with Summa GoSign software.
• Experience with Onyx RIP Software.