Sign Installer​/Installation Technician

Sign Installer/Installation Technician

FASTSIGNS of Missoula is hiring a full-time Sign Installer/Installation Technician to join our dynamic team!

We seek a skilled and detail-oriented Sign Installer/Installation Technician to join our team. This position involves the hands-on installation of various types of signage on buildings, walls, vehicles, and other surfaces, ensuring they are securely and accurately placed to meet client specifications. If you're a hands-on problem solver with technical skills, physical stamina, and a keen eye for detail, this role offers a dynamic work environment with growth opportunities.

Graphic design skills are also welcomed, allowing you to contribute creatively to projects when needed.

• Install signs safely and accurately, including vinyl graphics, wall-mounted signs, vehicle wraps, dimensional letters, and illuminated signage.
• Operate tools and equipment such as drills, saws, ladders, lifts, bucket trucks, and other power and hand tools.
• Work comfortably on ladders and at heights using lifts or scaffolding.
• Perform measurements and site surveys to ensure proper placement and alignment of signs.
• Follow installation plans, layouts, and specifications with precision.
• Ensure all installations are structurally secure and meet safety standards.

• Prepare signs and components for installation by cutting, assembling, and testing them in the shop.
• Clean and inspect installation surfaces to ensure proper adhesion or mounting.
• Load and transport signage and tools safely to installation sites using company vehicles.
• Conduct quality assurance checks on all materials before and after installation.

• Interact professionally with clients on-site to confirm installation details or address concerns.
• Maintain detailed records of installations, including site conditions, equipment used, and work performed.
• Provide feedback on job completion and site conditions to the production and sales teams.

• Basic Wiring and Welding:
  • Knowledge of basic wiring for illuminated or electrical signage.
  • Familiarity with welding techniques for assembling or repairing metal sign components.
• Hand and Power Tools:
  • Proficient in using hand tools such as shovels, spud bars, and post-hole augers.
  • Experience operating equipment like bobcats for site preparation and installation.

Candidates with graphic design experience are encouraged to apply. Skills in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, InDesign) can be utilized to:

• Assist with design modifications pre- and post-installation
• Collaborate with the design team to ensure concepts align with installation capabilities.
• Review and prepare files for production and installation accuracy.

• A strong advantage is familiarity with operating and maintaining bucket trucks, telehandlers, cranes, and boom lifts.
• Perform inspections and ensure the safe operation of these machines during installations.

• Follow all safety procedures, including proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Adhere to OSHA guidelines to ensure workplace safety and compliance.
• Participate in OSHA Certification training to enhance safety practices and meet regulatory standards.
• Report any issues or potential hazards at job sites to management promptly.

• Regularly participate in training sessions to stay updated on installation techniques, materials, and tools.
• Learn to operate advanced equipment, including lifts and specialized installation tools.
• Gain hands-on experience with bucket trucks, telehandlers, cranes, boom lifts, and other machinery critical to installation.
• Stay current with industry trends and innovations to enhance your skill set continuously.

• Comfort working on ladders and at heights.
• Ability to work outdoors in a variety of weather conditions.
• Some travel is required; per diem and a clothing allowance are included to support travel-related needs.

• Earnings:
  Competitive pay with performance-based bonuses.
• Probationary Period: 90-day evaluation to assess fit and performance.
• Working Interview:
  Demonstrate installation skills, use of tools, and problem-solving during a hands-on assessment.

• Education:
  
  High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience:
  
  1-2 years of sign installation, construction, or related experience preferred.
• Technical
  
  Skills:
  • Proficiency with power tools, hand tools, and measuring devices.
  • Familiarity with sign installation techniques, including mounting and adhesion methods.
  • Knowledge of bucket trucks, telehandlers, cranes, boom lifts, basic wiring, and welding.
  • Ability to read and interpret blueprints, layouts, and work orders.
  • Graphic design skills (Adobe Creative Suite) are a plus.
• Physical Requirements:
  • Ability to lift up to 100 pounds.
  • Comfortable working on ladders or lifts at heights.
  • Willingness to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Soft Skills:
  • Excellent problem-solving abilities and…