SIGNAGE PAINTER
Why 3FM?
3FM is a signage manufacturing, installation, and design company serving
commercial, industrial, and construction clients across the country. Our work
includes architectural and ADA signage, environmental graphics, wayfinding
systems, and large-scale signage programs, with a significant focus on data
center and other complex construction projects.
We are looking for a skilled Signage Painter to join our production team in
Omaha. This position is responsible for preparing, painting, and finishing
fabricated signage components to a high standard of appearance, durability, and
consistency.
The ideal candidate will have experience with automotive, industrial, or signage
painting and will be comfortable working with two-component coatings, spray
equipment, color matching, surface preparation, and quality-control processes.
Key Responsibilities
* Prepare fabricated signage components and other materials for painting,
including cleaning, sanding, masking, and surface preparation
* Mix, reduce, catalyze, and apply coatings according to manufacturer
specifications and project requirements
* Spray architectural signage and fabricated components using professional
paint equipment and spray-booth systems
* Match colors and finishes using specified paint formulas, samples, and
project standards
* Apply primers, topcoats, clear coats, and specialty finishes as required
* Inspect surfaces before, during, and after painting to identify defects and
ensure consistent finish quality
* Correct runs, contamination, surface defects, masking issues, and other
finish problems as needed
* Maintain spray guns, paint equipment, booth areas, tools, and related
production equipment
* Track paint, coatings, solvents, and other consumable materials and notify
the team when supplies need replenishment
* Follow established procedures for handling, storage, labeling, and disposal
of paints, solvents, and related chemicals
* Follow PPE requirements, ventilation procedures, and other applicable shop
safety practices
* Coordinate with production, fabrication, and project teams regarding colors,
finishes, schedules, and project requirements
* Assist with other fabrication and production activities as workload requires
Skills and Qualifications
* Experience with automotive, industrial, signage, cabinet, or similar
spray-finishing work
* Strong understanding of surface preparation and its effect on final finish
quality
* Experience mixing and applying catalyzed or multi-component coating systems
* Ability to adjust spray equipment for proper atomization, coverage, and
finish
* Strong color-matching and visual quality-control skills
* High attention to detail and commitment to producing consistent, high-quality
finishes
* Ability to recognize and correct common paint defects
* Strong organizational and time-management skills
* Ability to work independently while coordinating effectively with the
production team
* Comfortable following detailed product instructions, formulas, and project
specifications
* Willingness to learn new coating systems, materials, equipment, and
production methods
* Ability to safely lift and handle materials weighing up to 50 lbs.
independently, with assistance for heavier or oversized items
Ideal candidates will also possess
* Previous experience in architectural signage or fabricated sign production
* Automotive refinishing or collision-repair painting experience
* Experience with Matthews Paint or other architectural-signage coating systems
* Experience using HVLP or similar professional spray equipment
* Experience with paint-booth operation and maintenance
* Knowledge of primers and coatings for aluminum, steel, acrylic, and other
common sign materials
* Formal training in automotive refinishing, industrial coatings, or a related
field
* Experience with custom color matching and specialty finishes
Prior signage experience is helpful but not required. Automotive or industrial
painters with strong finishing skills and an interest in applying those skills
to architectural signage are encouraged to apply.
Benefits
* Paid time off
* Paid holidays
* SIMPLE IRA retirement plan with 3% company match
* Dental and vision insurance
* Life insurance
* Supplemental insurance options
* Mileage reimbursement when applicable
Typical Schedule
* Full-time
* Monday through Friday
* Typical 8-hour workday
* Overtime may occasionally be required based on project schedules
Compensation: $21.50 - $30.00 per hour
3FM is a signage manufacturing, installation, and design company based in Omaha,
Nebraska. We specialize in architectural, ADA, wayfinding, and environmental
signage for commercial, industrial, and construction projects across the country
and internationally.
A significant portion of our work supports large-scale data center and
infrastructure projects, where signage can involve thousands of unique signs
across highly complex facilities and campuses. Our team works across the full
process - from planning and design through fabrication, production,
installation, and project coordination.
We’re a hands-on company that values quality, problem-solving, accountability,
and strong communication. Our projects are often complex, fast-moving, and
highly collaborative, giving our team the opportunity to work on meaningful
projects that are very different from traditional sign-shop work.
3FM continues to grow by taking on larger, more technically demanding projects
while maintaining the flexibility and practical mindset of a smaller company.