Apprentice Vinyl Installer

STRIPEMASTER LTD

TELFORD (TF2 7QZ)

Closes on Friday 1 May 2026

Posted on 19 March 2026

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Summary

Looking to start a hands-on career in vehicle wrapping and large-format graphics?

Stripe Master is recruiting an Apprentice Vinyl Installer to join our growing team. You’ll work alongside experienced fitters installing vehicle wraps, wall graphics, signage and custom branding projects.

Wage

£16,640 a year

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Training course
Signage technician (level 3)
Hours
Full-time apprentice, 40 hours per week. 08.00 - 16:30, Monday - Friday. 30 minutes unpaid lunch.

40 hours a week

Start date

Friday 8 May 2026

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

What you’ll learn:

  • Vehicle wrap preparation and application
  • Large format vinyl installation
  • Surface prep and finishing techniques
  • Use of professional tools and equipment
  • Real-world production workflows

Where you'll work

UNIT 20
ST. GEORGES ROAD INDUSTRIAL ESTATE
DONNINGTON
TELFORD
TF2 7QZ

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

Training provider

WALSALL COLLEGE

Training course

Signage technician (level 3)

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What you'll learn

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.

Training schedule

Signage Technician Apprenticeship Standard Level 3 qualification - training is delivered virtually through Microsoft teams once per week.
You will also undertake Functional Skills in maths and English, if required.

Requirements

Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.

Skills

  • Communication skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Customer care skills
  • Presentation skills
  • Analytical skills
  • Logical
  • Creative
  • Initiative
  • Physical fitness

About this employer

Decades of experience.


At Stripe Master, we believe in the power of visual impact. For over 20 years, we have been committed to helping businesses enhance their brand visibility through high-quality vehicle wraps and commercial graphics. Our passion for creativity and excellence drives us to deliver outstanding results for our clients Based in the heart of the UK.
Based in Telford, Shropshire, at the heart of the United Kingdom, we’re ideally situated to provide extensive coverage with easy access to both the North and South.

https://www.stripemaster.co.uk/about-us/ (opens in new tab)

After this apprenticeship

This is a genuine opportunity to build a skilled trade within a fast-growing company. Opportunity for this role to become permanent.

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The contact for this apprenticeship is:

WALSALL COLLEGE

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000019097.

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Closes on Friday 1 May 2026