Sign Installer

About the role

Stay Alert Safety Services, an AWP Safety Company, is a rapidly growing national safety services provider committed to protecting our customers' people, businesses, and time. AWP Safety is America's Traffic Control Leader, representing nearly every major public utility: electric, gas, and telecommunications. The company's capabilities include work zone flagging, design and engineering for transportation management plans, equipment sales, rental, and 24/7 support.

The Material Installer is responsible for the successful transportation and installation of a variety of signage and material types. A Material Installer is required to review and ensure that all material meets the required specifications for each project, prepare each item for mounting, and manage the placement and installation of all material as required. A successful Material Installer is detail oriented, will demonstrate precision, is knowledgeable about the many different material types used and possesses a sound understanding of the applicable construction and installation techniques.

Responsibilities

• Ensure that signs meet clients' specifications in terms of spelling, font, size, and medium.
• Load and transport signs, tools, and materials to the location safely.
• Install all signs to MUTCD code.
• Prepare the site for installation by removing old signage, preparing the surface or structure, and securing the electrical connections.
• Ensure the effective measurement, placement, connection, and installation of the material.
• Mount and install signs or material in accordance with all safety protocols.
• Clear debris and materials from the site after each installation.
• Perform maintenance and repairs to material, as needed.
• Operate and maintain the tools and equipment in accordance with safety protocols.
• Maintain all necessary communication with the Project Management Team, Director of Operations and Director of Sales Operations daily, including properly taking completion photos and emailing them accordingly.
• Properly complete all required paperwork as it pertains to logs, vehicle inspections, work orders, and timecards daily.
• Obtain and maintain all required licenses in a timely manner as set forth by the company.

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license.
• High School Diploma or GED completion.
• 2-year degree in an industrial-related field is a plus but not required.
• Must be able to and enjoy connecting with field-level customers and contacts.
• Excellent verbal and nonverbal communication skills.
• Must adhere to and promote safe workplace practices.
• Good knowledge of various types of signs including vinyl, channel letters, electrical signs, and road signs.
• A sound understanding of the applicable installation methods, materials, and safety measures.
• The ability to operate hand and power tools.
• Willingness to work during evenings and on weekends, as needed.

Work conditions & physical requirements

• Typical workweek 40+ hours; majority of time will be in the field.
• Position may work in outside conditions that include inclement weather — heat, cold, humidity, and exposure to dust and asphalt.
• Occasional exposure to fumes or airborne particles, moving vehicles, and a variety of extreme conditions at construction job sites.
• Noise levels in the work environment and job sites can be loud.
• Position may lift or carry objects up to 50 pounds.
• If necessary, in the field, stand for long periods of time and perform strenuous physical labor under adverse field conditions; employee lifts, pushes, pulls, or carries objects.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay: starting at $18–22/hour, based on experience, with a guaranteed pay increase within the first year.
• Rapid advancement: potential opportunities to progress to Lead Protector, Field Supervisor, or Manager roles.
• Comprehensive training: paid, on-the-job training including ATSSA certification and defensive driving, with ongoing professional development.
• Recognition and rewards: competitive referral incentives and recognition for dedication and hard work.
• Benefits eligible the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment:
  • Three medical plan options and two dental plan options, plus Vision.
  • Additional benefits: Legal and Identity Shield, Accident, Critical Illness, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability.
  • Company-paid $50,000 basic life insurance.
  • Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts available.
  • 401(k) plan.
  • Paid Time Off.
  • Overtime opportunities.