Senior Signage Installer

As an Installation Technician, you’ll be at the forefront of bringing our sign and graphic products to life on various surfaces and substrates. Your role is crucial in ensuring the efficiency and precision of our installation department. You’ll be the mastermind behind planning, coordinating, and organizing the exact graphic requirements for each job, ensuring every part is installed on time and with 100% accuracy.

All potential candidates should read through the following details of this job with care before making an application.

You’ll manage inventories meticulously and work within the estimated timeframes to complete your assignments. Communication is key, and you’ll liaise with internal teams, external partners, and clients to ensure signs and graphics are installed safely and effectively.

Your performance will be measured against established Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), and you’ll be responsible for project reporting and achieving quarterly goals. When needed, you’ll also oversee subordinates or additional helpers in the department. Join us and help the driving force behind our stunning installations!

• Reports to :

Director of Project Management

Responsibilities / Duties :

Manage, direct, and supervise the team(s), as well as perform installation work.

Ensure that sign positioning and mounting method follows the approved shops drawings and recommendations directed by operations and project management.

Ensure that the installation follows planning guidelines, logistical requirements, safety requirements and budgetary constraints as identified by operations and project manager.

Key Duties :

Work with project manager to identify project goals.

Source and coordinate subcontractor installation teams when necessary.

Coordinate with site contact to confirm site readiness 48hrs prior to scheduled install.

Confirm wall readiness, electrical access, and other factors.

Manage the installation schedule in conjunction with the project management.

Coordinate with project management to maximize installation productivity while minimizing mobilizations.

Coordinate all installs with manufacturing schedule.

Gather, review, and interpret shop drawings, floor plans and message schedules –understand the complete scope of each project prior to installation.

Provide guidance / alternatives regarding potential install difficulties

Review installation methods, hardware and site condition with production and purchasing, identify possible problems and correct them prior to mobilization.

Work with design, project management, and job site to ensure upcoming projects can be installed in a timely manner and as shown on drawings.

Complete all installation documentation, paperwork and “Installation Checklist” for every project installed. Progress paperwork and completion lists will be required for every installation.

Inform production and project manager prior to making any changes.

Coordinate and request full size templates or patterns to be made; ensure sizes work at job site prior to installing.

Require sign-off / approvals of pattern placement from client prior to installing signs / letters on expensive substrates (Granite, Marble, 3Form, Etc.)

Issue field change order requests and share with project team.

Site survey / field verify when needed. Place stakes, take photos, and document conditions for all local utilities surveyor / project team.

Call in locates.

Inform sales and / or customer if deadline cannot be met. (10 days before due date)

Present verbal or written ideas to help with shop flow, production, and misc. problems.

Direct installation methods and service as needed.

Check safety of high voltage installations.

Follow all SSSI safety procedures and site safety requirements.

Attend weekly project meetings at Serigraphics.

Attend jobsite specific Safety meetings – when required

Comply with all jobsite rules and coordinate with site contacts when needed

Maintain shop truck(s) (and aerial equipment) - Oil changes, tire rotations, hydraulic inspections and required services to ensure equipment is properly maintained.

Maintain and lock all installation tools and equipment.

Keep and maintain a thorough inventory list of all installation tools and equipment. Inform Management via email when additional tools or equipment need updating or repair.

Schedule the use and reservation of specialized equipment (cranes, lifts, trailers etc.) through vetted (and PO issued) sources.

Necessary Training & Certifications needed for the role :

Awareness of safety issues surrounding sign installation.

CDL Class B license

OSHA 10 safety training and certification

An understanding of engineering drawings and principles

Knowledge of construction management and design regulations.

An aptitude for math, measurement, and manufacturing materials / capabilities.

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Equipment Used in Position :

Bucket trucks and scissor lifts

Cranes / booms

Hammer drills

Scaffolding / ladders

Basic electrical wiring

Saws / augers

Adhesives / tapes

Many other widely used tools such as : tape measure, knife, and other carpentry tools.

Printer (Printer, Copier, Fax, Scan)

PC including CMS, Microsoft Office

Camera(s)

Compensation :

Full time position, M-F 8-4 : 30

401K

PTO

Health & Dental

Job Type : Full-time

Pay : $26.00 - $40.00 per hour

Expected hours : 40 per week

Benefits :

401(k)

401(k) 2% match

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

On-the-job training

Paid time off

Professional development assistance

Relocation assistance

Retirement plan

Tools provided

Vision insurance

Schedule :

8 hour shift

Monday to Friday

Nights as needed

Weekends as needed

License / Certification :

Driver's License (Required)

Ability to Relocate :

Minneapolis, MN 55427 : Relocate before starting work (Required)

Willingness to travel :

50% (Required)

Work Location : In person