Material Installer

The Material Installer is responsible for the successful transportation and installation of a variety of signage and material types. A Material Installer is required to review and ensure that all material meets the required specifications for each project, prepare each item for mounting, and manage the placement and installation of all material as required. A successful Material installer is detail oriented, will demonstrate precision, is knowledgeable about the many different material types used and possesses a sound understanding of the applicable construction and installation techniques.

About AWP Safety

With more than 6,000 Protectors across the U.S. and Canada, we support construction, utility, municipal, and infrastructure projects with dependable traffic control services that keep people safe and keep projects moving.

Safety is Life at AWP Safety.

Our people are the core of our business, and every role directly supports our mission to protect workers, drivers, and communities.

If you want a career where your work truly matters—and where safety, teamwork, and development are top priorities—you belong at AWP Safety.

Responsibilities

• Ensure that signs meet clients' specifications in terms of spelling, font, size, and medium.
• Load and transport signs, tools, and materials to the location safely.
• Prepare the site for installation by removing old signage, preparing the surface or structure, and securing the electrical connections.
• Ensure the effective measurement, placement, connection, and installation of the material.
• Mount and installing signs or material in accordance with all safety protocols.
• Clear debris and materials from the site after each installation.
• Perform maintenance and repairs to material, as needed.
• Operate and maintain the tools and equipment in accordance with safety protocols.
• Maintaining all necessary communication with the Project Management Team, Director of Operations and Director of Sales Operations daily.
• This includes properly taking completion photos and emailing them accordingly.
• Properly completing all required paperwork as it pertains to logs, vehicle inspections, work order and timecards daily.
• Obtaining and maintaining all required licenses in a timely manner as set forth by the company
• High School Diploma or GED completion 2-year degree in a industrial-related field is a plus but not required
• Good knowledge of various types of signs including vinyl, channel letters, electrical signs, and road signs.
• A sound understanding of the applicable installation methods, materials, and safety measures.
• The ability to operate hand and power tools.
• Willingness to work during evenings and on weekends, as needed.

Requirements

• Must be able to and enjoy connecting with field-level customers and contacts
• Excellent verbal and nonverbal communication skills
• Must adhere to and promote safe workplace practices
• Valid Driver’s License void of suspension or revocation

Preferred

• Potential opportunities to progress to Lead Protector, Field Supervisor, or Manager roles

Pay

Competitive Hourly Pay: Starting at 19 - 22 per hour, based on experience, guaranteed pay increase within the first year.

Benefits

• Competitive referral incentives and recognition for your dedication and hard work
• Eligible 1st of the month following 30 days of employment
• All traditional benefits are offered, including 3 medical plan options and 2 dental plan options, as well as Vision, and additional benefits such as Legal and Identity Shield, Accident, Critical Illness, STD and LTD Company paid 50K in basic life insurance
• Health Savings and Flex Spending Accounts Available 401(K) Paid Time Off Overtime opportunities AWP considers any position that requires the individual to drive an AWP vehicle and/or be present at an AWP worksite for any reason a safety sensitive position.
• Many team members start in entry-level traffic control or flagger positions, where we provide paid training, industry-leading safety practices, and opportunities to advance into leadership and operations roles.
• We are a fast-growing, purpose-driven organization committed to operational excellence, customer service, and continuous improvement.

Typical workweek 40+ hours Majority of time will be in the field The position may work in outside conditions that include inclement weather, not limited to heat, cold, humidity, and exposure to dust and asphalt Occasional exposure to fumes or airborne particles, moving vehicles, and occasionally exposed to a variety of extreme conditions at construction job sites Noise levels in the work environment and job sites can be loud Position may lift or carry objects up to 50 pounds If necessary, in the field, stand for long periods of time and perform strenuous physical labor under adverse field conditions; employee lifts pushes, pulls, or carries objects

Comprehensive Training

Paid, on-the-job training including ATSSA certification and defensive driving, with ongoing professional development

AWP Safety is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, age, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or disability. AWP Safety is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, age, national origin, ancestry, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, protected veteran status, disability, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

AWP Safety is North America’s leading traffic control and work zone safety partner, protecting the crews who build our infrastructure and the communities that rely on it.