Kenney Relic Sign Co. is a San Diego-based licensed contractor specializing in the design, fabrication, and installation of custom illuminated and non-illuminated signs, as well as vehicle and architectural wraps.
The Sign Installer is a full-time, on-site role based in Oceanside, CA, responsible for installing a variety of interior and exterior signage and wraps according to project specifications and safety standards. Day-to-day tasks include loading and unloading materials, preparing work areas, reading and interpreting installation drawings, and using ladders, lifts, and hand tools to mount signs on buildings, vehicles, and other structures. The role involves measuring and aligning signage for proper placement, securing hardware, performing basic electrical connections for illuminated signs under supervision or according to codes, and conducting final inspections to confirm quality and functionality.
Key Responsibilities
- Organize jobs prior to installation and going on-site
- Maintain cleanliness, organization, and safety of workspace in shop, vehicles and installation site
- Read and interpret work orders, drawings, plans, and installation instructions
- Prepare surfaces for installation including measuring, leveling, cleaning, drilling and mounting
- Install a wide variety of signage including signs, channel letters, monuments, pylons and vinyl
- Safely operatre hand tools, power tools, ladders, lifts and company vehicles
- Perform basic electrical work for illuminated signs, according to code
- Remove, repair or replace existing signage where applicable
- Enure installations meet company quality standars and local codes
- Communicate professionally with customers and team members on job sites
- Maintain tools, equipment, and vehicles in clean, working conditions
- Follow all safety procedures and company policies
- Perform surveys and permit inspections
- Perform other tasks/duties in shop as management requests
Qualifications
- 2-4 years of experience in sign installation REQUIRED
- Hands-on installation skills, including experience with hand and power tools, ladders, scaffolding, and lifts for mounting signs and wraps.
- Mechanical and technical aptitude, with the ability to read blueprints or installation drawings and follow measurements and specifications accurately.
- Basic electrical understanding for illuminated signage, including safe handling of wiring, fixtures, and adherence to relevant codes (formal licensing is a plus).
- Strong attention to detail and quality control, ensuring clean finishes, proper alignment, secure fastening, and thorough final inspections.
- Physical ability to lift and carry materials, work at heights, and perform extended periods of standing, bending, and manual labor in various weather conditions.
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation; comfort with traveling to multiple job sites as needed.
This position has a varied schedule of Monday through Friday, typically from 7am to 3:30pm, but hours will shift and/or extend according to work schedule. Ability to work overtime based on work schedule is required, and there are occasional weekend projects. Hourly rate is $25-$35 per hour, depending upon experience. Benefits are available after 60 days of employment, and include health insurance, vision and dental insurance, sick pay, vacation pay, holiday pay and 401k.