Road Sign Installer Labourers in Mining, Construction & Transport
SaveWhat Does a Road Sign Installer Do?
Road sign installers take road signs to the specified location and erect it. The installers may drill a hole into the ground, or remove existing paving to access the soil. They may anchor heavy signs in concrete.
Resource recommendations may include affiliate links. Learn more
Where Do I Start?
Road Traffic Laws
Understand road traffic laws and the rules of the road.
Sign up to trackReady to go deeper? Pick up to 3 skills to focus on from the list below.
These are common skills for this role. Real-world experience matters more than ticking every box — use this as a guide, not a checklist.
Skills You Need to Become a Road Sign Installer
Essential Skills
Essential Skills
-
EssentialRoad Traffic Laws knowledge
Understand road traffic laws and the rules of the road.
No book recommendations available yet.
-
EssentialRoad Signage Standards knowledge
National and European regulations on the placement and properties of road signage, including size, height, reflectance and other important characteristics.
No book recommendations available yet.
-
EssentialFollow Health And Safety Procedures In Construction skill
Apply the relevant health and safety procedures in construction in order to prevent accidents, pollution and other risks.
Course recommendations coming soon.
-
EssentialInspect Construction Sites skill
Ensure health and safety during the construction project by inspecting the construction site regularly. Identify risks of putting people in danger or of damaging construction equipment.
Course recommendations coming soon.
-
EssentialInspect Construction Supplies skill
Check construction supplies for damage, moisture, loss or other problems before using the material.
Course recommendations coming soon.
-
EssentialInterpret 2D Plans skill
Interpret and understand plans and drawings in manufacturing processes which include representations in two dimensions.
Course recommendations coming soon.
-
EssentialInterpret 3D Plans skill
Interpret and understand plans and drawings in manufacturing processes which include representations in three dimensions.
Course recommendations coming soon.
-
EssentialInterpret Traffic Signals skill
Observe lights on the road, road conditions, nearby traffic, and prescribed speed limits to ensure safety. Interpret traffic signals and act accordingly.
Course recommendations coming soon.
-
EssentialOperate GPS Systems skill
Use GPS Systems.
Course recommendations coming soon.
-
EssentialUse Safety Equipment In Construction skill
Use elements of protective clothing such as steel-tipped shoes, and gear such as protective goggles, in order to minimise risk of accidents in construction and to mitigate any injury if …
Course recommendations coming soon.
-
EssentialWork Ergonomically skill
Apply ergonomy principles in the organisation of the workplace while manually handling equipment and materials.
Course recommendations coming soon.
-
EssentialOperate Hand Drill skill
Use a hand drill to make holes in various types of material such as stone, brick and wood. Take care to use the appropriate equipment, settings, drill bit and pressure …
Course recommendations coming soon.
-
EssentialPlace Temporary Road Signage skill
Place temporary traffic signs, lights and barriers to alert road users of activities on the road.
Course recommendations coming soon.
Optional Skills (5 of 12 displayed)
-
OptionalKeep Personal Administration skill
File and organise personal administration documents comprehensively.
Course recommendations coming soon.
-
OptionalKeep Records Of Work Progress skill
Maintain records of the progress of the work including time, defects, malfunctions, etc.
Course recommendations coming soon.
-
OptionalProcess Incoming Construction Supplies skill
Receive incoming construction supplies, handle the transaction and enter the supplies into any internal administration system.
Course recommendations coming soon.
-
OptionalUse Measurement Instruments skill
Use different measurement instruments depending on the property to be measured. Utilise various instruments to measure length, area, volume, speed, energy, force, and others.
Course recommendations coming soon.
-
OptionalWork In A Construction Team skill
Work as part of a team in a construction project. Communicate efficiently, sharing information with team members and reporting to supervisors. Follow instructions and adapt to changes in a flexible …
Course recommendations coming soon.
-
OptionalHandle Fragile Items skill
Use different specialised handling for products that are delicate and tend to be broken or damaged easily.
Course recommendations coming soon.
-
OptionalInspect Road Signs skill
Inspect road signs for signs of corrosion, outdated information, nicks and dents, legilibility and reflectance. Decide on the course of action when problems are found.
Course recommendations coming soon.
-
OptionalMix Concrete skill
Use compact concrete mixers or various ad-hoc containers such as wheelbarrows to mix concrete. Prepare the correct quantities of cement, water, aggregate and optional added ingredients, and mix the ingredients …
Course recommendations coming soon.
-
OptionalOperate Mobile Crane skill
Operate a mobile crane safely. Take into account the condition of the terrain, weather conditions, load mass, and expected manoeuvres.
Course recommendations coming soon.
-
OptionalOperate Vibratory Pile Hammer skill
Operate a vibratory pile driver, which uses a pair of rotating weights inside an exciter unit to create strong vertical vibrations. Attach sheet pile to the exciter unit or place …
Course recommendations coming soon.
-
OptionalPour Concrete skill
Pour concrete into a form from a mixer truck chute, hopper or hose. Pour the correct amount to balance efficiency with the risk of the concrete not setting completely.
Course recommendations coming soon.
-
OptionalRemove Road Surface skill
Remove an existing road surface. Use the appropriate machinery or coordinate with machine operators to assist in the excavation of asphalt or concrete road coverings.
Course recommendations coming soon.