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Job Description
Sign & Graphics Production & Installation Specialist I/II Enjoy working with your hands, making, and building new things? Want to hone your skills in an exciting industry with room for advancement? We are looking for a handy, motivated individual who can join our team in producing and installing a broad variety of graphic solutions throughout the Bay Area. This video shows daily tasks for the role: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZLagjiH2CxI About
FASTSIGNS
San Mateo We are one of the largest volume franchised
FASTSIGNS
centers with over 700 locations worldwide. We offer custom state-of-the-art printing, routing and engraving solutions to hundreds of satisfied customers each year. We also produce and install vehicle graphics, dimensional logos, and decorative wall and window vinyls. We are an equal opportunity employer in business since 1991 in San Mateo. This is NOT a remote position. Qualified candidates will be able to commute daily to our center in San Mateo and operate a company vehicle to travel to client locations from there. Responsibilities Quickly and accurately produce all types of signs and graphics. Operate and maintain large format printers, laser and rotary engravers, CNC cutting/routing machines, laminators, and mounting tables. Safely use a variety of shop tools, including ladders, drills, and saws. Coordinate with the team to ensure jobs are completed on time. Maintain adequate material inventory and advise when inventory is low. Maintain a high level of quality in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment. Keep your workspace clean and free of clutter. When installations are scheduled, this role involves the following responsibilities: Install a variety of signs and graphics at client locations in the Bay Area, including but not limited to: vinyl wall and window graphics, frosted privacy films, stud-mounted letters and logos, room name signs, ceiling-mounted hanging signs, exterior signs and letters, vehicle graphics, posts mounted with concrete footings, painting, and other custom sign applications. Safely use a variety of power tools and hand tools, including but not limited to: saws, drills, hammers, screwdrivers, ladders, and aerial lifts. Arrive in a timely manner to scheduled installation appointments. Safely operate company vehicles including a cargo van. Perform maintenance tasks such as pumping gas, keeping vehicles free of clutter, and taking vehicles to routine or emergency maintenance appointments as required. Installation sites are typically located between 1 and 35 miles from our location. We typically schedule 1 to 4 installations per day. Purchase and pick up necessary installation hardware, adhesives and paints as required. Take quality photographs of completed installation work for use on social media and upload them in an organized manner to a shared cloud drive. The ratio of production to installation work in this role will depend on your skills and experience. Some of our team members primarily spend their day on installations, and others are primarily working in the production room. We train our team to fulfill either role effectively, and our ideal candidate is someone who is eager to what we can teach them.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
Production & Installation Specialist I:
This is our entry-level role for candidates who require a longer, more comprehensive training period. It requires greater supervision, and is suited for those unfamiliar with the signage industry.
Production & Installation Specialist II:
This role is for candidates who have experience with sign/graphics production and/or installation, and mostly require training on our center's specific tools and practices. This position receives a shorter training period, but does not require full familiarity with every type of installation we perform before joining our team. Qualifications Basic math skills for measuring and checking work orders. Excellent English communication skills for communicating with the team and clients, bi-lingual is a plus. Valid driver's license with an excellent driving record and reliable transportation. Ability to lift 50 lbs. throughout the day. Strong work ethic and desire to learn and improve skills. Comfortable using power tools & equipment. Comfortable with climbing ladders and occasionally using aerial lifts. Independent and responsible nature, ability to identify problems and confidently adjust methods to match site conditions as needed. Respectful and courteous, able to provide excellent customer service.
Production & Installation Specialist I:
Previous sign/graphics experience is desired, but not required. This can include any work experience in and familiarity with the signage industry, not strictly installations. 1+ Year of general hands-on work experience is required. This is including but not limited to: construction, carpentry, electrical installation, window tinting, and sign/graphics installation.
Production & Installation Specialist II :
1+ Year of previous sign/graphics installation experience is required. This is including but not limited to: Stud-mounted signs and dimensional letters, window/wall graphics, vehicle graphics and wraps, electrical/digital signage, ADA signage, architectural signage, and more. 3+ Years of general hands-on work experience is required. This is including but not limited to: construction, carpentry, electrical installation, window tinting, and sign/graphics installation. Compensation /
Benefits Production & Installation Specialist I:
$22 - $24 per hour to start, depending on experience/qualifications.
Production & Installation Specialist II:
$24 - $31 per hour to start, depending on experience/qualifications.
All of our employees receive:
Paid Vacation, and Personal Days. Monthly bonuses for achieving team goals. Partial Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance. Paid Hands-on Training Program.
Great working hours:
Monday - Friday 8:30 am - 5:30 pm in
San Mateo Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$22.00 - $31.00 per hour
Benefits:
Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Application Question(s): What interests you most about this position? Please answer this question personally and honestly. If you answer this question using AI-generated text, you will NOT be considered for the role.
Education:
High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
Sign Production:
1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
Driver's License (Required) Ability to
Relocate:
San Mateo, CA 94403: Relocate before starting work (Required)
