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Experienced Automotive Vinyl Wrap Installer
Salmon SpeedWorx – Belton, MO
Pay: $25.00–$30.00 per hour (based on experience and skill level)
Job Type: Full-time
Work Location: In person – Belton, MO
About Us
Located in Belton, Missouri, Salmon SpeedWorx is a growing automotive customization and performance shop offering a wide range of services under one roof.
Our services include full and partial vehicle wraps, commercial fleet graphics, custom decals, paint protection film (PPF), window tint, performance upgrades, wheels and tires, suspension, and more.
As our vinyl and graphics department continues to grow, we are looking for an experienced Automotive Vinyl Wrap Installer to join our team.
This position is specifically for individuals with professional vinyl installation experience. We are not seeking entry-level installers or candidates looking to learn vehicle wrapping from the ground up.
Position Overview
We are seeking a skilled, detail-oriented installer who takes pride in producing high-quality work. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience installing full vehicle color-change wraps, commercial graphics, partial wraps, and decals.
You should be comfortable working independently, handling complex vehicle surfaces, and completing installations efficiently without sacrificing quality.
We are looking for someone who understands proper installation techniques, material handling, vehicle preparation, and finishing procedures, and who can consistently deliver professional results.
Responsibilities
- Perform professional installation of full and partial vehicle color-change wraps
- Install commercial vehicle wraps, fleet graphics, lettering, and decals
- Properly prepare vehicle surfaces, including cleaning, decontamination, and necessary disassembly
- Safely remove and reinstall vehicle components as required for installations
- Install vinyl on complex curves, recessed areas, bumpers, mirrors, and other challenging surfaces
- Properly stretch, conform, trim, tuck, and finish vinyl materials
- Follow manufacturer-recommended installation practices, including proper post-heating procedures
- Identify and correct installation issues such as lifting edges, wrinkles, trapped air, and improper adhesion
- Perform vinyl removal when necessary
- Inspect completed installations to ensure consistent quality and customer satisfaction
- Maintain a clean, organized, and professional work environment
- Work collaboratively with other installers, production staff, and management to complete projects on schedule
Required Qualifications
- Minimum 2 years of professional automotive vinyl wrap installation experience
- Demonstrated experience completing full vehicle wraps
- Experience installing both color-change wraps and commercial graphics
- Strong understanding of vinyl installation techniques, material properties, stretching limitations, and post-heating
- Ability to work independently and complete installations with minimal supervision
- Experience safely trimming vinyl around painted vehicle surfaces
- Strong attention to detail, particularly around edges, seams, corners, and finishing work
- Ability to maintain installation quality while working efficiently within scheduled labor times
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot installation challenges
- Dependable attendance, professionalism, and ability to work effectively with a team
- Ability to perform physically demanding work, including standing, bending, reaching, and working around vehicles throughout the day
Preferred Qualifications
- 3M, Avery Dennison, or other recognized vinyl wrap installation certifications
- 3 years of professional automotive wrap installation experience
- Experience with premium cast color-change films, including 3M, Avery Dennison, KPMF, and ORAFOL
- Experience wrapping large commercial vehicles, trucks, vans, and fleet vehicles
- Experience removing and reinstalling automotive trim, badges, handles, mirrors, and other components
- Experience with paint protection film (PPF) installation is a plus but is not required
What We're Looking For
We're looking for an installer who:
- Takes pride in clean edges, proper material placement, and attention to detail
- Can consistently produce high-quality results without excessive supervision or rework
- Understands the importance of meeting production deadlines
- Treats customer vehicles with care and professionalism
- Works well with others and communicates effectively
- Is motivated to grow with an expanding automotive customization company
Our ideal candidate can confidently take a vehicle from preparation through final inspection and deliver a finished product that meets professional industry standards.
What We Offer
- Competitive hourly pay of $25.00–$30.00 based on experience
- Full-time, year-round employment
- Opportunity to work on a wide variety of vehicles and custom projects
- Growth opportunities as our vinyl and graphics department expands
- Professional shop environment with modern equipment and materials
- Automotive enthusiast culture
- Occasional weekend overtime opportunities based on workload, paid at 1.5x the regular hourly rate
Benefits
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Health savings account (HSA)
- Life insurance
- Employee discount
- Paid time off (PTO)
- Professional development assistance
- Paid Holiday break from Christmas Eve through New Year's Day
Experience Requirements
Automotive vinyl wrap installation: 2 years (Required)
Full vehicle color-change wrap installation: Required
Commercial vehicle graphics installation: Preferred
Application Requirements
Applicants must have previous professional vehicle wrap installation experience.
Please provide photos or a portfolio of previous vehicle wrap installations with your application. Examples of full color-change wraps, detailed finishing work, and commercial graphics installations are strongly encouraged.
Qualified applicants may be asked to complete a hands-on installation assessment as part of the interview process.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $25.00–$30.00 per hour
Work Location: In person – Belton, Missouri
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply.
Pay: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Application Question(s):
- How many years of professional automotive vinyl wrap installation experience do you have?
- Have you independently completed full vehicle color-change wraps from preparation through final inspection?
- Can you provide photos or a portfolio of vehicle wraps you personally installed?
Work Location: In person
Salary : $25 - $30