Sign Fabricator / Designer

About Signgrafx

Signgrafx is a Dallas-based sign manufacturer specializing in high-quality custom signage for commercial, institutional, and athletic clients. We blend craftsmanship with smart design to deliver durable, great-looking signs—on time.

Role Summary

We’re looking for a hands-on Sign Fabricator / Designer who is equally comfortable operating a CNC router and collaborating with customers on design proofs—and who can install non-electric signs in the field. You’ll use VCarve Pro, FlexiSIGN, and Adobe Illustrator to create production-ready files, help fabricate, finish, and quality-check the final products, and complete onsite installations. Prior sign experience is a plus but not required—strong CNC proficiency, design skills, safe installation practices, and a customer-service mindset are musts.

What You’ll Do

• CNC & Production
• Set up, program, and run CNC router jobs (tooling, feeds/speeds, workholding, material offsets).
• Prepare clean, production-ready toolpaths in VCarve Pro.
• Cut, route, and assemble substrates (aluminum, ACM, acrylic, PVC, HDU, wood).
• Assist with shop fabrication tasks (edge finishing, sanding, minor painting, hardware install, basic electrical prep for sign components).
• Maintain machines and shop tools; perform basic troubleshooting and preventative maintenance.
• Design & Pre-Press
• Build and clean vector files in Adobe Illustrator and FlexiSIGN for accurate cutting, routing, and printing.
• Convert customer art into production-ready layouts; manage fonts, layers, bleeds, and cut/score lines.
• Create quick mockups, proofs, and dimensional drawings with accurate measurements and notes.
• Collaborate with production to ensure designs match fabrication methods and materials.
• Installation (Non-Electric Signs)
• Install non-illuminated signage such as dimensional letters, panel signs, plaques, wayfinding/ADA, wall and post-mounted signs, vinyl graphics, and banners.
• Perform accurate layout, drilling, anchoring, and fastening on common surfaces (drywall, wood, metal, concrete/masonry) using the correct hardware and adhesives.
• Safely operate ladders and lifts (scissor/boom) for elevated work; maintain clean work areas and complete installation documentation/photos.
• Read site plans and follow ADA mounting heights and local requirements; conduct basic site surveys (measurements, photos).
• Customer Service & Project Support
• Communicate with customers professionally—gather specs, explain options, review proofs, and capture approvals.
• Coordinate with sales and project managers on timelines, materials, and installation requirements.
• Occasionally support deliveries and pickups.

Must-Have Skills

• CNC router operation: fixture setup, bit selection, tool changes, safe operation, and quality checks.
• Software proficiency (required):
• Adobe Illustrator (vector cleanup, outlines, pathfinder, artboards)
• VCarve Pro (or similar) (toolpaths, nesting, engraving/relief, templates)
• Installation readiness: able to install non-electric signs with solid carpentry/fastening fundamentals.
• Comfort with heights: not afraid of heights; able to work safely on ladders and lifts and follow fall-protection best practices.
• Strong attention to detail; can read drawings and measure accurately (imperial).
• Clear, friendly communication with customers and internal teams.
• Ability to switch between computer design work, fabrication, and field work seamlessly.

Nice to Have (Bonus, Not Required)

• FlexiSIGN (layout, contour cut lines, color management basics)
• Prior sign industry experience (monument, dimensional letters, printed graphics, ADA).
• Experience with flatbed printers/laminators, vinyl plotters, or laser cutters.
• Basic electrical familiarity for LED signage assemblies (not required for installs).
• Knowledge of ADA signage standards and hardware.
• Basic CAD or 3D knowledge (Fusion/SketchUp/SolidWorks) for shop drawings.
• OSHA-10/30, lift certification, or fall-protection training.

Physical & Safety Requirements

• Lift 50+ lbs occasionally; stand, bend, and move materials throughout the day.
• Comfortable working indoors and outdoors in varying Texas weather.
• Work at heights using ladders, scaffolding, and lifts; follow PPE and safety protocols (dust collection, guards, lockout/tagout basics).
• Valid driver’s license with a clean record (site visits and occasional installations).

Work Style We Love

• Problem-solver who owns outcomes and keeps jobs moving.
• Organized, on-time, and consistent with proofing and documentation.
• Positive, professional, and customer-focused.

Schedule & Pay

• Schedule: Mon–Fri, 9:00am to 6:00pm (some flexibility for deadlines and installs).
• Compensation: Competitive hourly + OT eligibility; performance-based growth.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Ability to Commute:

• Dallas, TX 75243 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Dallas, TX 75243: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Willingness to travel:

• 25% (Preferred)

Work Location: In person