Job Profile

• A sign installer's job involves interpreting blueprint specifications and following the directives given by the supervisors so that he knows the exact place where the sign needs to be put up as well as the details regarding the sizes and amounts of materials required for installation purposes. He needs to be technically sound while setting up frameworks by connecting beams, columns and girders and also while fastening structural components of steel to successfully hoist components with the proper use of cables, ropes or chains.
  
  

Scope of Knowledge

• A sign installer should have adequate knowledge of construction and building processes including proper know-how relating to tools, materials and methods for the erection and repair of buildings, houses, roads and even highways. He should possess mechanical knowledge about the uses, designs, repair and effective maintenance of machines involved in the installation process, such as power and hand tools, light and heavy equipments, ladders and trailers. He should have fabrication knowledge and also have experience in welding metals. He should have working knowledge of English.
  
  

Essential Sign Installation Job Skills

• A sign installer should be endowed with planning and organizing skills and good hand-eye coordination. He should be able to deal with up to about 100 lbs. of weight. He needs to maintain his cool as his job involves a lot of stress and pressure. He should be capable of working outdoors and generally at great heights. A sign installer needs to get a driver's license and should not be reluctant to travel.
  
  

Capabilities and Educational Qualifications

• A sign installer needs to be 100 percent fit and active physically as his job involves a lot of moving about, climbing, walking, balancing, lifting and other physical activities. Manual dexterity is the key to his success. He should possess good communication skills and should be able to develop a healthy professional relationship with his co-workers. An aspiring candidate for a sign installer's job should preferably complete high school studies. He is generally expected to have previous experience in this field though it is not always mandatory.