Founded in 1986, Glacier Sign and Lighting is Alaska's premier fully-custom sign manufacturer and installer. Our installers travel statewide anywhere there is a road, and if there isn't a road, we fly in. After more than 36 years in business, we've cultivated a reputation for quality signage delivered by a professional team, and we're proud of our partnership with organizations statewide such as hospitals, contractors, universities, property managers, all the way to neighborhood businesses. You can see our signs on almost any street corner. JOB SUMMARY We are seeking a full-time, Anchorage-based Vinyl Technician to join our growing team. Under supervision, the Vinyl Technician will perform updates to existing layouts and cut, prepare, and apply computer-cut vinyl graphics to sign faces, vehicles, directories, and other surfaces, as well as perform minor assembly duties as directed. Under direction from the Lead Designer, Vinyl Technicians prepare, install, and complete the quality custom-designed signage projects that our customers have come to expect from us. Depending on experience, the successful candidate will work under direct supervision of an experienced designer and technician, but once trained may work independently performing installation tasks in the shop and in the field. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (and other duties as assigned) To perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty with training and support. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Review layout requests from sales staff and make minor updates to existing artwork
Generate new layouts under direction from Lead Designer and sales staff
Gather and pack installation materials and supplies as required; perform on-site updates to directories, window glass, and other types of installation
Check-in with customers on site, and obtain signatures and photos after completion
Maintain a positive, clean, organized, and safe work site
Maintain truck equipment, including material stock, tool bin organization, and proper safety equipment
Travel statewide for installation projects
Fulfill all other duties assigned as assigned by leadership
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
High School Diploma or GED required
Valid Alaska Driver’s License required
Ability to operate a standard passenger vehicle safelyy
2+ years experience with Adobe Illustrator, Corel DRAW, or other vector artwork software
Prior sign industry experience highly desirable, but not required
Ability to self-motivate
Ability to interact and communicate effectively with customers in-person and by telephone.
Strong work ethic and focus on quality
COMPENSATION
Competitive Wage, $20+/hr, D.O.E.
Health Care Reimbursement (most employees have insurance premiums reimbursed 100%)
Paid Time Off
Retirement Contributions
Yearly Bonuses based on individual and company performance
Interested applicants should submit a resume to careers@glaciersignak.com. Please visit us on the web at www.glaciersignandlighting.comfor more information about our company and see some of our completed projects. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, disability, protected veteran status or any other legal protected status. Job Type: Full-time Pay: From $20.00 per hour Expected hours: 40 – 45 per week Benefits:
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Retirement plan
Vision insurance
Schedule:
8 hour shift
Monday to Friday
Overtime
Weekends as needed
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply License/Certification:
Driver's License (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
Anchorage, AK 99507: Relocate before starting work (Required)