Apprentice Installer

Position: Apprentice Sign Installer

Northwest Sign & Design has an immediate opening for an Apprentice Sign Installer. In this role the Apprentice will be learning from and training under a Journeymen Electrician/Sign Installer.

Who we are:

Located in Monroe, Washington, Northwest Sign & Design specializes in design, fabrication, installation, and repair of custom business signage, architectural signs and visual arts with an emphasis on dynamic and creative design. We believe great sign design is the first and most important step to a successful sign for any business or community. http://www.nwsigns.com/who-we-are

Responsibilities:

• Assisting in the installation of all types of signage including but not limited to illuminated, non-illuminated, monument, and wayfinding using a variety of equipment including power tools, bucket trucks, ladders, and lifts.
• Must be able to perform labor-intensive work, including loading finished product for delivery, lifting up to 60 lbs., climbing ladders, digging and moving materials.
• Assisting Journeymen in managing truck inventory to ensure it is properly stocked before leaving the shop.
• Assisting Journeymen in performing site surveys.
• Reading and working to plans, communicating any discrepancies to the appropriate person.
• Must be able to work well under timelines.

Desired Qualifications:

• Previous experience or basic knowledge of commercial electrical and basic construction practices preferred but not mandatory.
• Ability to learn to read electrical schematics, blueprints, and manuals.
• Some familiarity with electrical equipment and hand tools preferred.
• Strong problem solving and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent customer service skills, with both internal and external customers.
• General construction knowledge preferred.
• Have clean driving record with ability to acquire and maintain a class B CDL. Training paid for by the company.
• Ability to earn and acquire a crane card. Training is paid for by the company.
• Ability to earn and acquire a rigging card. Training is paid for by the company.
• Ability to earn and acquire a 04 Electrical license. Training is paid for by the company.
• Dependability, integrity, humility, and a willingness to learn.

Environment and/or Physical Factors:

· Working inside and outdoors in all conditions.

· Comfortable working at heights on ladders, rooftops, and in lift buckets.

· Lifting, bending, standing, and climbing.

· Employee may on occasion be required to drive long distances.

Benefits:

· Paid vacation time.

· Paid sick time.

· 8 company paid holidays.

· Medical/Dental/Vision insurance.

· Simple IRA with employer contribution.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Language:

• English (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Monroe, WA 98272 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $20 - $25