San Jose, CA · On-site
$22 - $32/hr
... patterns, wall anchors & mounts, and basic electrical wiring as needed etc.) Sign Making Duties ... wood, metal, painting etc.). General Requirements 1- This position is about 50% to 60% field work ...
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San Jose, CA · On-site
$22 - $32/hr
... patterns, wall anchors & mounts, and basic electrical wiring as needed etc.) Sign Making Duties ... wood, metal, painting etc.). General Requirements 1- This position is about 50% to 60% field work ...
... patterns, wall anchors & mounts, and basic electrical wiring as needed etc.) Sign Making Duties ... wood, metal, painting etc.). General Requirements 1- This position is about 50% to 60% field work ...
Quick apply
... patterns, wall anchors & mounts, and basic electrical wiring as needed etc.) Sign Making Duties ... wood, metal, painting etc.). General Requirements 1- This position is about 50% to 60% field work ...
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As a Wood Pattern Maker, your daily tasks include interpreting engineering drawings, selecting quality lumber, and using machine and hand tools to craft precise wooden patterns for metal casting. You’ll frequently measure and check patterns to tight tolerances, repair or modify existing patterns, and collaborate closely with foundry or production teams to ensure patterns meet project requirements. Attention to detail is key, as any mistakes can affect the final metal product’s accuracy. You'll often work independently in a workshop, but teamwork and clear communication are essential when coordinating with engineers and other manufacturing professionals. This role is hands-on and dynamic, requiring both technical skill and creative problem-solving.
A Wood Pattern Maker creates precise wooden patterns used in metal casting and manufacturing. They read blueprints or specifications to shape, carve, and assemble wood into molds that help produce metal parts. This role requires woodworking skills, attention to detail, and knowledge of machinery like lathes and saws. Pattern makers often work in foundries, manufacturing plants, or specialized workshops.
To thrive as a Wood Pattern Maker, you need strong woodworking skills, a keen eye for detail, and a background in reading and interpreting technical blueprints, often acquired through a technical diploma or apprenticeship. Familiarity with hand and power tools, CNC machines, and CAD software is typically required, as are knowledge of safety standards and, in some cases, industry certifications. Precision, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication are valuable soft skills for this role, allowing collaboration with engineers and foundry professionals. These skills ensure that wood patterns are built to exact specifications, supporting efficient and high-quality production processes.
$22 - $32/hr
Full-time
Retirement, PTO
Re-posted 20 days ago
We are an established sign company in South San Jose with creative work and great benefits. We are looking for a full-time Sign & Graphics Installer / Sign Maker to join our team.
The ideal candidate would have a positive teamwork attitude and at least 3 years of ‘direct’ experience in a sign company or sign shop. But if you are good with your hands and have handyman skills, we can also train you.
Sign Installation Duties (Some training will be provided)
1- Install typical signs and graphics such as dimensional /3D letters, channel letters, monument signs, post and panel signs, window/vehicle vinyl and wall graphics.
2- Ability to use and work on ladders or booms lifts to install signs or graphics (use drill patterns, wall anchors & mounts, and basic electrical wiring as needed etc.)
Sign Making Duties (Some equipment and general training will be provided)
1- Ability to learn to operate a Roland wide format printer/cutter, Laminator, and the Graphtec plotter/cutter.
2- Ability to make typical signs and graphics (vinyl/print applications, print and cut file set up, laminating, cut/weed/mask/apply to substrates, cut/prep substrates, wood, metal, painting etc.).
General Requirements
1- This position is about 50% to 60% field work or installations, and 40% to 50% in-house production.
2- May have to work early or after hours from time to time.
3- Must have a valid California Driver’s License and a clean driving record.
Benefits
We offer many benefits including competitive pay, paid vacation, paid holidays, paid sick leave, hiring bonuses, profit sharing bonuses, food and healthy snacks, birthday lunches, holiday gifts, flexible hours.
Compensation:
Competitive hourly wage with both hiring bonus and ongoing profit-sharing – Pay rate based on ‘direct’ experience, range of skills, reliability, professionalism, and maturity
Salary: $22.00 - $32.00 per hour
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Hand sanitizers, masks, social-distancing
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Work Location: One location