Sign Technician

Auburn; Auburn, Northern (AL, KY); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Auburn University Facilities Management is seeking a detail‑oriented Sign Technician to install, maintain, repair, and remove signage across campus property. You’ll work with vinyl plotters, engravers, and printers, handling monuments, door directories, building exteriors, and coroplast signs to support safe and navigable spaces.

We value hands‑on craftsmanship, safety, and quality service. Level I/II qualifications include a high school diploma, valid driver's license, and relevant sign

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid Driver's License upon hire.
• Experience installing, repairing, and maintaining signage including vinyl and metal.

Responsibilities

• Create signage using equipment such as vinyl plotter, engraver, and flat-bed printers.
• Installs signage on monument signs, door directories, building exteriors, and coroplast sheeting.
• Assists in preparing/installation of sheet marking paint on roadways and parking lots.
• Demonstrates advanced abilities to use hand and power tools.
• Adheres to ADA standards and regulations for interior and parking lot signage.

Skills

Hands-on

Safety focus

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

ATSSA Traffic Control Technician Certification

Asbestos Abatement Worker Certification

Tools

Vinyl plotter

Engraver

Flat-bed printer

Post hole digger

Augur

Drill

Leaf blower

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Overview

Auburn University Facilities Management is looking for a talented and detail‑oriented Sign Technician to join our team! In this role, you’ll help keep our campus safe, welcoming, and easy to navigate by installing, maintaining, repairing, and removing signage across university property. From directional signage to building identifiers to specialty signs, your work will directly support the daily experience of students, faculty, staff, and visitors. We’re looking for someone who enjoys hands‑on work, takes pride in craftsmanship, and has experience working with different sign types, materials, and tools. A strong focus on safety and quality is essential, as is a commitment to delivering excellent service to our campus community. If you’re someone who values variety in your day, likes seeing the impact of your work around campus, and wants to be part of a collaborative and supportive team, this is a great opportunity to put your skills to work for the Auburn Family.

Responsibilities

• Create signage using equipment such as vinyl plotter, engraver, and flat-bed printers.
• Installs signage on monument signs, door directories, building exteriors, and coroplast sheeting.
• Assists in preparing / installation of sheet marking paint on roadways and parking lots.
• Demonstrates advanced abilities to use hand and power tools such as post hole diggers, augur, shovel, drill, leaf blower, etc.
• Demonstrates a working knowledge of ADA standards and regulations pertaining to interior signage and parking lot signage and parking lot signage as well as parking lot spacing.

Qualifications

Level I:

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Valid Driver's License - Upon Hire

Experience in the following is desired: installing, repairing, and maintaining a wide variety of signage to include: vinyl, metal, and various other types of materials used in the sign‑making process.

Level II:

• High school diploma or equivalent plus 3 years of experience with installing, repairing, and maintaining a wide variety of signage to include: vinyl, metal, and various other types of materials used in the sign making process.
• Valid Driver's License - Upon Hire
• Asbestos Abatement Worker within 180 Days Required And
• Traffic Control Technician Certification (ATSSA - American Traffic Safety Services Association) within 180 Days Required

SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED FOR EXPERIENCE: Yes, When a candidate has the required education, but lacks the required experience, they may normally apply additional appropriate education toward the experience requirement, at a rate of one (1) year relevant education per year of required experience.

Internal candidates may be required

to provide training and certification requirements as outlined by the Auburn University Facilities Management Policy for some positions.

Contract Type

Continuing

Why Work at Auburn?

• Life-Changing Impact: Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world.
• Culture of Excellence:We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education.
• We’re Here for You:Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance.
• Sweet Home Alabama:The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches.
• A Place for Everyone: Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged.

Equal Opportunity Compliance Statement

It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. Please visit the Office of Equal Opportunity Compliance's website to learn more.

Posted Date

9/14/2026