Lead Sign Installer/Technician

Are you a hands-on builder who loves being creative, building unique things, and seeing the fruits of your labor displayed all over town? Do you enjoy collaborating with a supportive team and working with people? Does the idea of helping your local community stand out excite you?

At FASTSIGNS of Maple Shade, we love what we do, and we are looking to add an experienced, safety-conscious Lead Sign Installer to our fast-paced, growing team.

As an Installer, you’ll play a vital role in bringing our designs to life. You will be responsible for getting finished signs and graphics securely in place - whether that’s in the ground, on a wall, on the floor or hanging from a ceiling. You’ll use a variety of tools to assemble, erect and hang items indoors and outdoors, making every day a rewarding, new challenge. Because every job site is a little different, you should be a natural problem solver who can think on their feet, and a fear of heights won’t be in your vocabulary. Most of your days will be spent moving, lifting and building a wide variety of unique, custom projects alongside a supportive team who truly cares about our customers’ success.

If you are looking for a rewarding career where no two days are the same, you get to build cool things, take pride in craftsmanship, and love seeing the physical results of a job well done, this is the career for you!

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• Experience: Previous installation and production experience in the signage industry is a bonus, but not an absolute requirement.
• Must-Haves: Strong experience in the construction, carpentry, or handyman industries is preferred, as well as a valid OSHA card and a Driver’s License with a clean record. Must have experience and be comfortable using power tools.
• Mindset: Every job presents its own unique challenges, so you must possess strong problem-solving abilities, a sharp eye for detail, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively with minimal supervision.
• Communication: Excellent verbal, written, and electronic communication skills are an absolute must. Clear and immediate communication between the field, the shop, and the customer is crucial for our business to run smoothly. Because this role requires constant logging, photo updates, and team check-ins, strong communication skills are a non-negotiable requirement.
• Integrity: We value honesty, dependability, and a strong work ethic. You will often represent our company on-site with clients, so professional integrity is a non-negotiable trait.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Installation and Removal: Install a variety of signage including channel letters, vinyl graphics, monument signs, LED/illuminated signage, and other signage and graphic demands. Perform professional removal of existing signage and graphics. Perform basic electrical connections and low-voltage wiring for illuminated/LED signage.
• Site Survey and Documentation: Take detailed on-site measurements and notes. Log photos (before/after) and site details into our project management software to document job progression.
• Efficiency and Collaboration: Complete multiple installations daily. Coordinate closely with sales, management, design, and production teams to ensure jobs are completed exactly to the job’s specifications.
• Shop Support: Occasionally assist the production team at the shop with fabrication. Strategically plan and prepare for upcoming jobs with the team to ensure the best experience for our customers.
• Safety: Strictly follow safety protocols on-site and when operating heavy machinery and tools, including wearing proper PPE (hard hats, safety vests, etc.) and safely operating a bucket truck and scissor lift.

A TYPICAL DAY IN THE LIFE

Your day starts at our Maple Shade shop at 8:00am with a quick morning huddle with the production manager. From there, you will load up the necessary tools, signs, and equipment into our installation van or bucket truck.

On any given day, you will complete multiple jobs throughout the tri-state area, usually focusing on the South Jersey and Philly area. Typically, the day ends at 5:00pm (except Fridays, which end at 12:00pm!), though larger jobs may occasionally require additional hours. In the event that install jobs are finished early, you will head back to the shop to prep for upcoming installations and/or assist the production team.

FASTSIGNS provides all the necessary tools to efficiently and effectively complete jobs including an iPad for documentation and updating jobs in our project management software systems.

BENEFITS & PERKS

• Competitive pay (commensurate with experience)
• Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)
• 401(k) with Employer Matching
• Paid time off (PTO) & Paid Holidays
• Career Development: We value our team and actively invest in their professional growth. This is a long term career opportunity, not just a job
• Training & Education: Access to extensive hands-on, in-person, and online training. FASTSIGNS offers online certification courses and in-person training at our Texas training center to further your education in this field
• Work in a creative, friendly, and team-oriented atmosphere
• Half-Day Fridays!

JOB DETAILS

• Job Type: Full-time
• Pay: $30+ (commensurate with experience)
• Expected Hours: 40 per week
• Schedule: Mon-Thurs 8am-5pm, Fri 8am-12pm
• Work Location: In-person (Maple Shade, NJ + regional travel)

REQUIREMENTS

Experience

• 2+ years of Construction, Carpentry, Handyman or Sign Installation (preferred)
• Experience towing and maneuvering utility trailers is a major plus!

License/Certification

• Valid Driver’s License with a clean driving record (REQUIRED)
• OSHA certification (REQUIRED)

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift heavy materials and equipment (up to 75 lbs regularly)
• Ability to climb, balance, and work comfortably from ladders, scaffolding, lifts, and bucket trucks at various heights

Technical Requirements

• Ability to use a smartphone, tablet, and a computer to navigate our project and business management software programs
• Ability to properly document job site measurements, take clear photos, and write detailed notes for each installation/survey

About FASTSIGNS

FASTSIGNS is a well-known and respected global brand. We help businesses and organizations visually communicate. Virtually every business in every industry needs and uses signs, so you will get to see your work around town. You’ll be in a fast-paced environment with a collaborative and supportive team. Every day is challenging and different, and you’ll have the opportunity to continue to hone your skills by accessing a wide range of hands-on, in-person and online training programs.

Ready to bring your mechanical and construction skills to an established, growing local small business? APPLY TODAY!

This franchise is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchisee. All inquiries about employment at this franchisee should be made directly to the franchise location, and not to FASTSIGNS Corporate.

Pay: From $30.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• On-the-job training
• Paid time off
• Tools provided

Application Question(s):

• Do you have experience and are comfortable using power tools?
• Are you able to lift heavy materials and equipment (up to 75 lbs)?
• Can you climb, balance, and work comfortably from ladders, scaffolding, lifts, and bucket trucks at various heights?
• Do you have experience with documenting job site information?
• Do you have experience wiring or troubleshooting illuminated signage?
• Do you have experience and regularly use a smartphone, tablet, and/or computer for work related purposes?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• bucket truck and lift operation: 2 years (Required)
• Sign Installation: 2 years (Required)

Language:

• English (Required)

License/Certification:

• OSHA 10 (Required)
• Driver's License (Required)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Maple Shade, NJ 08052 (Required)

Work Location: In person