Summary
A fantastic opportunity to experience work in a well established Sign company. You will learn all areas of sign production, from job set up, large format printing, vinyl production, application and installation as part of our dedicated team.
Wage
£14,722.50 a year
Training course
Signage technician (level 3)
Hours
40 hours a week. Monday - Friday, 9:00pm - 5:00pm. 30 minutes lunch.
37 hours 30 minutes a week
Possible start date
Thursday 5 June
Duration
1 year 10 months
Positions available
1
Work
Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.
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 etc. for brands such as “YOURS” “HMV” etc.
* 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 UV Canon printers for both vinyl printing and flatbed printing.
* Operating CNC Router Machine to cut various materials for signage production.
Where you’ll work
Unit 20
Business Centre West
Letchworth Garden City
SG6 2HB
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
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
Course Duration:
* 18 months training period
* 4 months End-Point Assessment (EPA) period
* Total duration: 22 months
Delivery Format:
* Online training sessions: 3.5 hours per lesson (depending on the duty being covered)
* Additional functional skills training (if required): 3 hours online lesson, per subject (Maths and English) plus final exam
* Workplace-based learning and practical application
Apprenticeship Standard: The programme follows the approved Signage Technician Apprenticeship Standard, ensuring that apprentices meet industry requirements. Apprentices will develop their competency in key areas such as:
* Reviewing customer briefs and conducting site surveys
* Designing signage using CAD software
* Preparing costings and quotations
* Manufacturing and assembling signs using a range of materials and techniques
* Installing signage safely and efficiently
* Ensuring quality assurance and compliance with industry standards
Duties Covered in Online Training: The following duties will be taught during the online sessions, with content tailored to the complexity of each duty:
* Review customer brief & conduct site surveys
* Organise work activities & resources
* Prepare signage illustrations, costings & quotes
* Design signage using CAD software
* Prepare pre-fabrication files & instructions
* Manufacture signs using machinery & tools
* Perform finishing operations on signs
* Apply, install, or erect signage
* Communicate with stakeholders
* Conduct quality assurance checks & resolve issues
More training information
Functional Skills (if required):
* If the apprentice has not yet achieved Level 2 in English and Maths, they must complete additional training.
* Each subject (maths and English) requires an extra 3-hour lesson per week, plus end exam.
Requirements
Desirable 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
* IT skills
* Attention to detail
* Customer care skills
* Problem solving skills
* Presentation skills
* Analytical skills
* Logical
* Team working
* 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.