Sign Technician

at  Union County NC

GENERAL STATEMENT

The Sign Technician, under limited supervision, performs professional sign design, production and installation work for Union County. Work involves computer production of road signs, building signage, banners, magnetic signs and vehicle graphics. Work also involves multi-tasking, prioritizing, scheduling work assignments and meeting deadlines.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

High School Diploma or an acceptable equivalency diploma (GED), and three (3) years of related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must be able to work flexible hours and weekend rotations as applicable.
Knowledge of 3-dimensional fabrication and programming software.

Fabricates, installs, repairs, and replaces street signs at appropriate road locations within the County. Establishes traffic control measures including placing cones, warning signs, etc. to ensure safe work zone.
Design signs within Union County Brand Guideline compliance using specialized software.
Produces signs using specialized printers, engravers, CNC routers, plotters, cutters, etc. Needs understanding of 3-dimensional fabrication and programing software.
Prepares and installs building, parking, informational, and safety signs for installation.
Learns new software and increase knowledge of existing software.
Operates hand-held tools and sharp implements.
Confers with departments, citizens, or municipalities requesting signage. This incorporates diverse multilingual information, raised letters and braille, as well as other legal and safety regulation signage/
Maintains and repairs equipment.
Creates and enters work-orders into computer.
Consults with vendors.
Tracks inventory and orders supplies and materials as needed.
Prepares invoices.
Performs other related duties as assigned.