Signage Technician Apprentice

Summary

Are you practical, detail-focused and love solving challenges? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where no two days are the same? If so, this could be the perfect role for you!

Annual wage

£12,313.60 a year

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Monthly bonus & Team member of the month gifts

Training course

Signage technician (level 3)

Hours

Monday – Thursday, 9.00pm - 5.00pm and Friday, 9.00am - 4.30pm

37 hours a week

Possible start date

Monday 10 March

Duration

1 year 3 months

Positions available

1

Work

As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.

What you’ll do at work

Duties of your role may include but are not restricted to:

Fabricating all types of signage – Acrylic, ACM, Illuminated Lettering, Wooden Signage etc. for brands such as Morgan Motor Company, National Trust, Red Bull
Basic wiring/electrical work for LED illuminated signage
Sign Fitting & Installation when necessary - Fitting of various signs internally and externally
Vinyl application to various substrates including contour cut vinyl and vehicle wraps
Using state of the art Roland, Mimaki & Graphtec machinery for both vinyl printing and flatbed printing
Operating CNC Router Machine to cut various materials for signage production
Using Adobe Illustrator for setting up files for print / cut

Where you’ll work

UNIT 6

SPRING COURT

SPRING LANE SOUTH

MALVERN

WR14 1AT

Training

An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.

College or training organisation

WALSALL COLLEGE

Your training course

Signage technician (level 3)

Equal to A level

Course contents

Interpret information, for example customer briefs, specifications and work instructions.
Conduct site survey.
Calculate costs and prepare quotations.
Plan and schedule work.
Prepare for signage work.
Use graphic design software to design signage.
Create pre-fabrication files/instructions.
Select and use materials and components.
Assemble signs.
Trim, clean and add fixing features to signage such as eyelets, hinges and brackets, as required.
Protect materials and signs to prevent damage during manufacture, transportation and storage.
Apply, install or erect signs.
Check signage materials and products against quality requirements.
Identify and document risks and hazards in the workplace; advise on and apply control measures.
Comply with health and safety regulations and requirements.
Comply with organisational and statutory environmental and sustainability considerations: safe disposal of waste, recycling of materials and efficient use of resources.
Select, set up, complete pre-checks and operate sign-making machinery, tools and equipment.
Maintain work area, tools and equipment for example, charge batteries and sharpen blades.
Use access equipment in the installation process, for example ladders, fixed and mobile platforms.
Communicate with colleagues and/or stakeholders – verbal, written or electronic; use industry terminology.
Complete documentation for example job sheets, maintenance records.
Rectify or report issues.
Interpret information, for example customer briefs, specifications and work instructions.
Conduct site survey.
Calculate costs and prepare quotations.
Plan and schedule work.
Prepare for signage work.
Use graphic design software to design signage.
Create pre-fabrication files/instructions.
Select and use materials and components.
Assemble signs.
Trim, clean and add fixing features to signage such as eyelets, hinges and brackets, as required.
Protect materials and signs to prevent damage during manufacture, transportation and storage.
Apply, install or erect signs.
Check signage materials and products against quality requirements.
Identify and document risks and hazards in the workplace; advise on and apply control measures.
Comply with health and safety regulations and requirements.
Comply with organisational and statutory environmental and sustainability considerations: safe disposal of waste, recycling of materials and efficient use of resources.
Select, set up, complete pre-checks and operate sign-making machinery, tools and equipment.
Maintain work area, tools and equipment for example, charge batteries and sharpen blades.
Use access equipment in the installation process, for example ladders, fixed and mobile platforms.
Communicate with colleagues and/or stakeholders – verbal, written or electronic; use industry terminology.
Complete documentation for example job sheets, maintenance records.
Rectify or report issues.

Your training plan

Training:

An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying
The apprenticeship training is undertaken via online learning in the office and is Level 3 Signage Technician Apprenticeship qualification
Weekly online training

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

English (grade 4)
Maths (grade 4)

Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.

Skills

Communication skills
Attention to detail
Organisation skills
Customer care skills
Problem solving skills
Presentation skills
Analytical skills
Logical
Creative
Initiative
Physical fitness

Other requirements

- Must be able to meet the physical demands of the job and able to work safely on-site visits and installations. - Must be comfortable working from height on installations. - Heavy Lifting and Standing most of day.

About this company

PB Signs is an energetic and forward-thinking Commercial Printer and Signage Manufacturer based in Malvern, Worcestershire. Specialising in large-format print, and custom business signage, we pride ourselves on using cutting-edge technology and having a passionate, skilled team to deliver outstanding results. Our reputation is built on reliability, responsiveness, and exceptional customer service. As trusted Print Partners, we guide our clients through every stage, from design to installation, producing high-quality signage for prestigious brands like Morgan Motor Company, National Trust, Jaguar Land Rover, Pride of Britain Awards, Midland Heart and DuPont. Serving sectors as diverse as Corporate, Education, Events, and Hospitality, we excel in creating bespoke print and signage solutions with speed and precision. Though based in Worcestershire, we support clients nationwide.

http://www.pbsigns.co.uk (opens in new tab)

After this apprenticeship

There is a potential full-time position offered to the right candidate upon completion of training

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