The Decal Vinyl Installer/Technician will play a pivotal role in the taxi and van advertising industry, focusing on the application and removal of captivating decals and vinyl graphics.
This dynamic position involves assisting in designing visually compelling advertising graphics, utilising design software to create and modify decals based on client specifications. The technician will also be responsible for preparing and optimising designs for printing on vinyl materials using wide-format printers and plotters.
With a keen eye for detail and precision, they will expertly apply decals on taxis, vans, and other vehicles, ensuring flawless alignment and a professional finish. Additionally, the role requires proficiency in vinyl removal techniques to effectively and safely remove existing decals while maintaining the vehicle's surface integrity. Collaborating with the wider team at Drovo, conducting site surveys, and adhering to project timelines are all vital aspects of this role, as is keeping up-to-date with industry trends and advancements. The successful candidate will showcase their creativity, innovation, and technical skills to deliver exceptional results and provide clients with impactful advertising solutions through decals and vinyl graphics.
Requirements
* Install vinyl decals on taxis, vans, and other vehicles with precision, ensuring proper alignment and a professional finish.
* Safely and efficiently remove existing decals from vehicles while preserving the surface integrity.
* Collaborate with the sales/operations teams to provide technical expertise during client consultations, offering design and vinyl options that align with their advertising needs.
* Conduct site visits to assess dimensions and identify potential challenges prior to installation.
* Manage and prioritise installation and removal projects to meet deadlines and requirements.
* Maintain a clean and organised work environment, including equipment, tools, and vinyl materials inventory.
* Ensure compliance with safety protocols and industry standards during installations/removals
* Stay up-to-date with industry trends, new vinyl materials, printing technologies, and design techniques to enhance service quality and offer innovative solutions to clients.
* Communicate effectively with clients, addressing inquiries and concerns with professionalism and technical expertise.
* Travel to various locations for on-site installations and removals as required.
* Collaborate with team members and supervisors to optimise workflows and improve overall efficiency in decal and vinyl installation processes.
* Design visually appealing and effective advertising decals and vinyl graphics for taxis and vans, incorporating branding and promotional elements.
* Utilise design software (e.g., Adobe Illustrator) to create and modify decal designs based on client specifications and brand guidelines.
* Prepare and optimise designs for printing on vinyl materials using wide-format printers and plotters.
* Operate and maintain printing equipment to produce decals and vinyl graphics in various sizes and quantities.
What you will need
* Proven experience in decal vinyl installation, and removal, preferably in the taxi and van advertising industry. Experience in graphic design is desirable but not essential.
* Strong attention to detail and precision in design and installation to deliver high-quality results.
* Knowledge of various vinyl types, applications, and durability to recommend suitable materials for different advertising needs.
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team in multiple projects simultaneously.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for client and colleague interactions.
* Ability to handle vinyl materials, perform installations, and work to deadlines.
* A valid driver's licence and willingness to travel around the UK for on-site installations.
* Commitment to maintaining a safe work environment and following industry best practices.
* Creativity, innovation, and a passion for staying up-to-date with design trends and industry advancements.
* Nice to have - Experience in design software (adobe Ai) and printing technologies for vinyl graphics production. (preferable but not essential)
Benefits
We offer competitive salaries and bonus schemes alongside ownership EMI options.
Flexi hours
✈️ 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays
✈️✈️ Option to buy more holiday
Extra day off on your birthday
Charity initiatives, including paid time off for volunteer service that our team is passionate about
Free access to wellbeing services with Spill
Continuous professional development and training through industry trade bodies
Bespoke personal develop plans inc quarterly goals
Ride to work scheme
Commitment to sustainability through our partner Furthr
We encourage our colleagues to participate in health and wellness activity during the working week/day
A diverse and inclusive culture where everyone has an opportunity to engage and shape the future
How we work
We are a national scale up business with a HQ based in Soho. We work closely in an agile and hybrid fashion, flexing to the needs of our clients and colleagues.
We value our time together as often as possible and come together; weekly all company call/session, bi monthly social events, quarterly business planning sessions and our annual awards program.
At Drovo we’re not all the same, and that is our greatest strength. Drovo is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of race, colour, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let your hiring point of contact know.