Overview:
We are seeking an experienced Sign Maker with a strong background in creating custom signs, including those incorporating neon and LED lighting elements. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in designing, fabricating, and installing both traditional and illuminated signs, and will be comfortable working with a variety of materials and technologies. If you’re creative, detail-oriented, and have experience in the sign-making industry, we want you to join our team.
Key Responsibilities:
- Sign Design and Creation: Design, fabricate, and assemble a variety of custom signs, including illuminated signs, neon signs, LED-lit signage, as well as non-illuminated pieces.
- Lighting Integration: Incorporate neon and LED lighting into sign designs, ensuring proper installation and functionality of the lighting components.
- Material Selection: Work with various materials (acrylic, metal, wood, vinyl) and lighting systems to achieve high-quality, durable signs.
- Cutting and Shaping: Operate sign-making tools and equipment such as CNC machines, routers, and cutting machines to create precision components for illuminated signs.
- Printing and Application: Use digital printers, plotters, vinyl cutters, and other equipment to produce high-quality graphics, text, and logos for illuminated signage.
- Installation: Install completed signs, ensuring that neon/LED lights are properly wired, mounted, and functioning as intended, both indoors and outdoors.
- Client Collaboration: Work with clients to understand their design and lighting needs, providing creative recommendations and solutions based on their vision and brand.
- Quality Control: Perform quality checks to ensure that all signage, including lighting elements, meets safety standards and client expectations.
- Maintenance of Equipment: Maintain and troubleshoot sign-making tools, including those used for neon and LED production, ensuring proper functionality and safety.
- Project Management: Keep track of project timelines, materials, and client requirements to ensure timely and on-budget delivery of custom signage.
- Safety Compliance: Follow safety protocols for working with electrical components, including neon and LED lights, as well as standard sign-making procedures.
Skills and Qualifications:
- Proven experience working in a sign-making company or related field, with hands-on experience in both traditional and illuminated sign production.
- Expertise in designing and fabricating neon signs and integrating LED lighting systems into custom signage.
- Proficiency in using sign-making tools and equipment, including plotters, routers, CNC machines, and cutting tools.
- Experience with electrical wiring and troubleshooting for neon/LED lights, ensuring proper functionality and safety.
- Strong understanding of materials used in illuminated signs (e.g., neon tubing, LED strips, diffusers).
- Proficiency with graphic design software (e.g., Adobe Illustrator, CorelDRAW) to create and modify sign designs.
- Knowledge of color theory, typography, and branding principles to enhance visual appeal and legibility.
- Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality, long-lasting products.
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and mock-ups.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects at once.
- Strong communication skills for client interactions and team collaboration.
- Ability to handle physical work, including lifting and moving materials up to [X] pounds, and working in various environments (indoor/outdoor, elevated installations).
Education and Experience:
- High school diploma or equivalent; formal training or certification in sign-making, electrical systems, or related fields is a plus.
- 2 years of experience in the sign-making industry, with demonstrated experience working with neon and LED lighting systems.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to lift and carry materials up to 50 pounds.
- Comfortable working at heights for sign installations (e.g., ladders, scaffolding).
- Prolonged standing, bending, and working in various indoor and outdoor environments.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 - $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
