Night Patrol - Chico Area

Young Electric Sign Company; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

YESCO is seeking a Night Patrol Specialist to patrol routes in California, inspect signs and lighting, and report outages using mobile apps. This part-time role requires a valid driver's license, reliable vehicle access, and the ability to work independently during nighttime hours.

You will document findings, coordinate with technicians, and help ensure our customers' signage stays visible at night. Previous map reading and basic tech familiarity are a plus; training provided.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred but not required.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Ability to regularly access and drive a reliable personal vehicle.
• Ability to safely operate a vehicle for extended periods at night.
• Strong attention to detail with reporting ability.
• Familiarity with mobile reporting apps is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Patrol assigned routes to inspect signs and lighting.
• Document findings using mobile tools and submit reports.
• Maintain records of mileage and activities.
• Communicate regularly with management and team.
• Follow safety and driving protocols.
• Create simple diagrams or maps to help technicians locate issues.

Skills

Map reading

Navigation

Attention to detail

Communication

Independent work

Time management

Education

High school diploma / GED

Tools

Mobile devices

Job description

Job Details

Job Title: Night Patrol - Chico Area
Job Type: Part time
Location: North Bay Area
Minimum: Maximum:

Company Overview

YESCO is North America’s largest sign company, with over 100 years of experience designing, manufacturing, and installing some of the world's most iconic signs, including the legendary "Welcome to Fabulous Las Vegas" sign. As a family-owned business, our legacy is built on craftsmanship, innovation, and a commitment to excellence. Our employees are industry leaders who value teamwork, creativity, and delivering exceptional quality to our customers. At YESCO, you'll find a supportive environment where your skills are recognized, and your contributions help shape the future of our industry.

General Purpose

The Night Patrol Specialist is the tip of the YESCO business model. It ensures the visibility and functionality of signs and lights for our customers by patrolling assigned routes, identifying maintenance needs, and communicating back. This role is essential in upholding YESCO’s commitment to excellence and customer satisfaction.

A Day in the Life

As a Night Patrol Specialist, your shift begins under the late evening sky. You'll drive through assigned routes carefully inspecting signs and commercial lighting for outages, damages, or other issues. Equipped with mobile technology, you'll document findings which will then be submitted through an app. Your role is independent yet impactful, with a focus on ensuring our customers’ signage lights up the night.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Operate a vehicle to patrol a predetermined route within a set geographic area.
• Follow all safe driving protocols and practice defensive driving.
• Use a personal or company-provided vehicle (if applicable) to perform duties.
• Perform basic cleaning and maintenance of the company vehicle, if applicable.
• Plan and execute efficient travel routes for maximum coverage and time management.
• Survey assigned routes to identify and document sign and lighting issues, such as outages, damage, or malfunctions.
• Photograph and document findings using mobile tools and software.
• Maintain accurate records of activities and mileage driven.
• Communicate regularly and professionally with management and team members.
• Create diagrams, maps or instructions to help technicians locate outages.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by management.

Requirements and Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience/training (preferred but not required).
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Ability to regularly access and drive a reliable personal vehicle.
• Ability to safely operate a vehicle for extended periods.
• Physical capability to enter and exit a vehicle frequently without assistance.
• Proficient in map reading and geographic navigation.
• Comfortable working independently during nighttime hours.
• Ability to manage time efficiently, track mileage and log activities.
• Familiarity with signage maintenance or lighting systems (preferred but not required).
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to identify and report sign and lighting issues.
• Visual acuity for inspecting details from distances of 50 feet or more, day or night.
• Excellent communication and reporting skills.
• Ability to read and write simple correspondence, via text, email and hand written memos.
• Proficiency in basic technology, including mobile devices and reporting apps.
• Ability to extend arms and use hands to operate mobile devices to take photos, communicate and enter data frequently.

Compliance Statement

YESCO is committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace. All applicants must pass a pre-hire drug test before receiving an official job offer.

YESCO is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affluent Action (AA) employer. All qualified applicants will receive fair consideration regardless of race, gender, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected status.

Headquartered in Salt Lake City, Utah, YESCO is a privately owned sign company established in 1920 and is a top leader in the sign industry. YESCO is a professional, friendly, family oriented company that provides customers with signs and services of the highest quality with the greatest possible value, and provides good jobs, workings conditions and benefits for our employees. We are seeking good, qualified, enthusiastic individuals who are self-driven and self-motivated and who would love to work for us in an uplifting and enjoyable environment.