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Circuit of The Americas (COTA) is a 365-entertainment destination for world-class events located in Austin, TX. The sports and entertainment portfolio at COTA is unmatched in the country with Formula 1 US Grand Prix, NASCAR and MotoGP attracting global fans during championship races on the famed Circuit and Live Nation producing over 30 headline concerts every year at the Germania Insurance Amphitheater. COTALAND is a 20-acre theme park featuring two first of their kind Roller Coasters and over three dozen rides opening Summer of 2026.  

The COTA Print Shop is seeking a Part-Time / Seasonal Signage Installation Specialist to support the installation, removal, and maintenance of large-format graphics, banners, and signage across Circuit of The Americas. This role is ideal for an experienced installer who thrives in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments and can deliver clean, accurate, professional installs for high-visibility areas and live events.
This position requires strong attention to detail, the ability to work safely at heights, and a hands-on, solution-oriented approach. Installations may occur in indoor and outdoor environments and frequently involve quick-turn timelines, changing site conditions, and direct coordination with internal departments and event stakeholders. 

Requirements & Essential Functions:

· Proven experience installing vinyl graphics, banners, signage, or other large-format printed materials.

· Strong working knowledge of installation methods including proper handling, alignment, application, trimming, and finishing techniques.

· Ability to work efficiently under pressure in fast-paced, time-sensitive environments with shifting priorities.

· Comfortable working at heights and in variable indoor/outdoor conditions (heat, wind, dust, uneven terrain, etc.).

· Experience operating boom lifts and scissor lifts (certification preferred or willingness to obtain).

· Strong attention to detail with a commitment to clean, accurate, show-quality installs.

· Ability to read and follow layouts, drawings, placement guides, and written installation instructions.

· Strong communication and teamwork skills with a customer-service mindset.

· Physical ability to lift, carry, and position materials; stand for extended periods; bend, climb, and work on ladders as required.

· Ability to work long or irregular hours based on event schedules and installation deadlines.

· Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation (as required for travel between property locations or off-site assignments).

· Install vinyl graphics on a variety of surfaces including walls, windows, floors, panels, vehicles, and temporary structures.

· Install banners, fabric graphics, rigid signage, and event branding throughout property-wide venues and activation zones.

· Perform short-setup and quick-turn installations for events, exhibits, conferences, concerts, and special activations.

· Accurately measure, level, align, and secure signage for a professional finished appearance.

· Prepare surfaces prior to installation, including cleaning, degreasing, removal of debris, and assessment of adhesion conditions.

· Safely remove, replace, reset, or adjust signage during or after events as needed.

· Operate installation equipment safely, including ladders, scaffolding, and lifts such as boom lifts and scissor lifts.

· Follow all safety requirements, OSHA guidelines, and venue-specific policies while working in public-facing and backstage environments.

· Communicate clearly with the Print Shop Manager, coordinators, and on-site departments to ensure scope, placement, and deadlines are met.

· Maintain organization of installation tools, hardware, and materials to support efficient daily operations.

· Assist in identifying installation challenges and propose practical solutions to ensure a successful outcome on-site.

· Represent Circuit of The Americas professionally during all installations and interactions on property.

· Support additional Print Shop and signage-related duties as assigned.
 

Preferred Qualifications

· OSHA training or lift operation certification.

· Experience installing signage for live events, festivals, exhibits, conventions, or trade shows.

· Experience working in large venues or multi-department environments with tight turnaround demands.

· Familiarity with a wide range of substrates, adhesives, mounting solutions, and hardware systems including:

o Foam core, coroplast, PVC, aluminum composite panels

o Grommeted banners and tension systems

o Double-sided tape, adhesive vinyl, wall/floor laminates

o Standoffs, cleats, and temporary mounting methods
 

Work Schedule and Conditions

· Flexible scheduling based on event calendars, installation workload, and operational needs.

· May include early mornings, evenings, weekends, holidays, and short-notice assignments.

· Work is project-based and seasonal, with hours increasing during peak event and property periods.

· Work may require outdoor installations and exposure to weather conditions.
 

Required Qualifications: 

· Ability to stand, sit, use hands to handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms.

· Ability to lift and/ or move up to 25 pounds.

· Ability to squat, bend, twist, push/pull.

· Ability to stand/walk for long periods.

· Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and distance vision.

· Work in extreme environments outdoors throughout the year.

· The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate but can be loud during events.

Salary commensurate with experience.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:

COTA strongly supports equal employment opportunity for all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, marital status, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by stat