Signage Technichian Apprentice SIGNS TECH LTD

Fantastic opportunity for someone looking to learn and work with an experienced, passionate and customer focused team looking to expanding their customer base within the signage sector. The successful apprentice will learn a large area of signage production. Duties include basic wiring/electrical work for LED illuminated signage.

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Closing date: 01 Dec 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £10,982.40

    Wages explained

    Apprentices are paid for their normal working hours and training that's part of their apprenticeship (usually one day per week).

    Minimum Wage Rates

  • Working week

    Monday - Friday, between 8.30am and 5.00pm with 30 minutes unpaid lunch.

    Total hours per week: 40.0

  • Expected duration

    24 Months

  • Possible start date

    05 Dec 2023

  • Date posted

    13 Oct 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000205599

  • Positions

    1 available

What you will do in your working day

  • All types of signage – Acrylic, ACM, Illuminated Lettering etc
  • Sign Fitting & Installation - 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

The training you will be getting

  • Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, you will achieve a Level 3 Signage Technician Standard, plus any relevant Maths and English functional skills (if needed)
  • Throughout your time as an apprentice, you will be supported by Signstech and Walsall College. You will be assigned a training coordinator
  • Training requirements will be discussed at the point of employment to suit both your own and business needs. Most training and studying will be site-based
  • You should be comfortable with planning your workload as you progress through the apprenticeship

What to expect at the end of your apprenticeship

  • We aim to offer you a full-time post on completion of the apprenticeship

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Attention to detail, Problem solving skills, Presentation skills, Analytical skills, Logical, Creative, Initiative

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent Maths & English (Grade 4/C or equivalent) Essential

Things to consider

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. - Heavy Lifting and Standing most of day.

About the employer

Operating in Wolverhampton, our West Midlands base means we are ideally placed when it comes to being operable across the country. We have established ourselves as a preferred supplier to many National and International organisations across sectors. Being in the industry for fifteen years, we take pride in creating a quality service experience for our clients. Signstech combines industry expertise with innovative technology to deliver high-quality signage and display services.

Employer

SIGNS TECH LTD

Address

Progress Works

Cross Street North

Wolverhampton

WV1 1PP

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Training

Training provider

WALSALL COLLEGE

Adjustments for experience

You could reduce your training time, or finish your apprenticeship faster, if you have relevant prior learning or experience. This could be relevant:

  • training
  • qualifications, like an NVQ in a relevant field
  • industry or sector experience

Apprenticeship standard

Signage technician

Level 3 (A level)

Demonstrating experience

If your application is successful, you will have a chance to discuss your relevant prior learning or experience with your training provider and employer. You will all need to agree any adjustments to your training plan.

You should be prepared to show your competence, and evidence of relevant qualifications

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