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Sign Installer – Top Shelf Signs, Inc.
Location: Omaha, Nebraska
Employment Type: Full-Time
Reports To: Operations Manager / Lead Installer
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Position Summary
The Sign Installer is responsible for installing, removing, servicing, and maintaining a wide variety of signage, including channel letters, sign cabinets, pylons, monuments, LED lighting, and electrical components. This role requires strong mechanical ability, attention to detail, and a commitment to safety while working with power tools, ladders, bucket trucks, and cranes.
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Key Responsibilities
Installation & Service
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Install channel letters, sign cabinets, vinyl, LED retrofits, pole signs, monuments, and interior/exterior signage.
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Measure, prepare layouts, and ensure correct placement, leveling, and alignment of signs.
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Remove old signage and prepare surfaces or structures for installation.
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Load, secure, and transport signs and materials safely to job sites.
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Run crane, lift, or bucket truck equipment under proper supervision or certification.
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Connect electrical components following NEC and company safety standards.
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Inspect signs for damage, lighting issues, or structural concerns and perform repairs.
Tools, Equipment & Safety
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Operate hand tools, power tools, rigging equipment, and lifts.
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Follow OSHA and company safety protocols at all times.
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Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections on work trucks and equipment.
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Keep tools, vehicles, and job sites clean, organized, and hazard-free.
Documentation & Communication
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Read and interpret blueprints, install drawings, and site plans.
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Complete work orders, time logs, and photo documentation for each job.
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Communicate professionally with contractors, team members, and clients on-site.
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Report issues, delays, or material needs to leadership promptly.
Qualifications
Required:
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Valid driver’s license with good driving record
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Ability to lift 50–75 lbs and work at various heights (ladders, roofs, lifts)
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Mechanical aptitude and experience with hand/power tools
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Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
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Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions
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Reliable, professional, and safety-focused
Preferred (not required):
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Previous experience in sign installation, construction, electrical, or related trades
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CDL, crane certification, or bucket truck experience
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Ability to read blueprints and wiring diagrams
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Basic electrical knowledge (LED, low-voltage, 120/277V)
Why Work for Top Shelf Signs?
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Competitive hourly pay based on experience
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Overtime opportunities
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Consistent work year-round
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Family-owned company with a hands-on, supportive environment
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Opportunities for training and growth (crane operation, rigging, CDL, electrical skills)
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Pride in installing high-quality signs for major brands and national companies
