SIGN TECHNICIAN

Iron County; Cedar City (UT); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Iron County is seeking a Sign Technician to perform a range of semi-skilled and skilled tasks in the preparation, manufacturing, and installation of signs and warning devices. You will work under the supervision of the Iron County Engineer and Senior Sign Technician.

Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, at least one year of related experience, and a valid Utah Driver License. Must be able to lift 50 lbs and pass a background check as part of the employment process.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent is required.
• At least one year of verifiable equipment operating, construction, or closely related experience.
• Must have a valid Utah Driver License.

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of semi-skilled and skilled duties related to the preparation, manufacturing and installation of signs and warning devices.
• Other departmental duties as assigned.

Skills

Hand tools

Heavy equipment

Road construction machinery

Mathematics

Education

High School diploma

Tools

GPS computer systems

Welding

Fabricating

Job description

POSITION: SIGN TECHNICIAN

STARTING PAY: $23.30 hour (Minimum Starting Wage)

EMPLOYMENT STATUS: FULL-TIME; CAREER SERVICE; BENEFIT ELIGIBLE POSITION

JOB SUMMARY

Perform a variety of semi-skilled and skilled duties related to the preparation, manufacturing and installation of signs and warning devices. Other departmental duties as assigned.

Works under the general supervision of the Iron County Engineer and Senior Sign Technician.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

High School diploma or equivalent is required, at least one (1) year of verifiable equipment operating, construction, or closely related job experience. Must have valid Utah Driver License. Must be able to perform heavy lifting up to and over 50 lbs.

SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS

Must have and maintain a valid Utah Drivers License.

Attend any required training seminars when scheduled.

Attend scheduled defensive driving courses, and UDOT Flagging school as required to obtain and maintain certification.

KNOWLEDGE OF

mechanical applications; road construction methods and techniques; basic computer entry and operation; work zone regulations; GPS computer systems; welding and fabricating; DOT rules and regulations.

SKILL IN

operating hand tools; operating heavy equipment; operating road construction machinery; basic mathematics.

ABILITY TO

effectively communicate instructions to contractors/act as lead on projects/jobs when assigned; maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of regular work activities; self-motivated; work safely and efficiently; regularly lift up to 50 pounds (occasionally more); work unsupervised and accept responsibility for actions; communicate effectively with co-workers and the general public; use independent judgment in routine and non-routine situations; plan, organize and prioritize daily assignments and work activities; communicate via radio and telephone; read basic blueprints, plans and specifications; meet and deal with the public in a positive manner.

This description lists the major duties and requirements of the job and is not all-inclusive. Incumbent(s) may be expected to perform job-related duties other than those contained in this document and may be required to have specific job-related knowledge and skills. Please see full job description for a more detailed list of duties. Iron County is a drug-free workplace. Successful applicants for positions in the County must successfully pass a drug screen. Successful applicants for this position are required to pass a background screening.