What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sign Fabricator position at Multnomah County, OR?
Current employees: Please apply through the employee portal to be considered for this opportunity.
Pay Range:
$38.94 - $38.94 Hourly
Department:
Department of Community Services (DCS)
Job Type:
Regular Represented
Exemption Status:
United States of America (Non-Exempt)
Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):
May 18, 2025The Opportunity:
*only apply for this position once*
OVERVIEW:
Multnomah County Transportation currently has a vacancy for a full-time journey-level Sign Fabricator in our Roads Maintenance division. The Sign Fabricator is expected to use all sign making equipment, including but not limited to, vinyl plotters, routers, squeeze roll applicators, engravers, vacuum process tables, and vinyl beveller machines.
The Sign Fabricator is expected to design, plot, fabricate, and install building and road signs of considerable complexity, using silk screens, brushes, and decals. This person would also interpret, build, design blueprints, track and maintain assets in our GIS system Cartegraph. Other tasks include creating cost estimates and billing information for sign order invoices.
The ideal candidate will have the ability to demonstrate:
- Advanced knowledge of the effective methods, materials, and practices needed to produce quality signs in the most cost-effective manner in aluminum, wood and plastics.
- Working knowledge of, and the ability to, effectively use computer aided sign design and lettering equipment
- Skill in the use of specialized tools and equipment used in sign manufacturing.
- Ability to interpret and work from sketches, penciled layouts, blueprints, and County, State, and Federal specification sheets.
- Ability to consult with a wide range of customers and the general public to determine needs and suggest cost-effective solutions.
Who Are We?
The mission of the Department of Community Services (DCS) is to preserve harmony between natural and built environments, keep people and pets safe, and ensure every voice is heard through a diverse group of programs including transportation, land use planning, animal services, elections, and budget and operations support. We are an incredibly diverse department and your role will be too.
The mission of the Department of Community Services (DCS) is to preserve harmony between natural and built environments, keep people and pets safe, and ensure every voice is heard through a diverse group of programs including transportation, land use planning, animal services, elections, and budget and operations support. We are an incredibly diverse department and your role will be too.
What We Can Offer You:
DCS comprises unique and essential government services, including Elections, Land Use Planning, Animal Services and Transportation.
The common mission of these diverse lines of business is articulated in this very simple statement: Inclusive community. Accessible services. So, with us, you will be challenged, you will be encouraged to excel, you will be given the opportunity to build a rewarding career. You will become a part of a strong organization dedicated to providing outstanding services to the community.
At Multnomah County we are committed to maintaining an effective, respectful and inclusive workplace. We value collaborative problem solving and strive for continuous improvement. We strongly believe in workforce equity, diversity and inclusion. Visit our
Workforce Equity Strategic Plan (WESP)
to see where Multnomah County is headed with these values.
Multnomah County offers an exceptional benefits package, including employer-funded retirement savings; health and dental insurance at very low cost to full-time employees and their dependents; paid parental leave; wellness programs; a focus on work-life balance; and much more. Find more details
on our website
.
TO QUALIFY:
Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
Minimum Qualifications/Transferable Skills*:
- Equivalent to the completion of twelfth grade, AND
- Four years of professional experience manufacturing signs including sign substrate production, silk-screening processing, full-time sign assembly, and wood shop production. Experience must also include the use of hand tools in the performance of basic carpentry tasks and general proficiency with appropriate technology and computerized sign design and lettering equipment, AND
- A valid driver’s license is required.
Preferred Qualifications/Transferable Skills*:
You do not need to have the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills to qualify. However, keep in mind we may consider some or all of the following when identifying the most qualified candidates. Please clearly explain on your application how you meet any of the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with staff, peers, managers and community members to gain cooperation and support.
- Ability to work calmly under pressure, making sound decisions and thinking clearly and quickly while mastering multiple tasks.
- Ability to establish and maintain culturally effective working relationships with individuals from a wide range of identities and backgrounds.
- Experience with asset management software.
- Experience with MUTCD, ODOT or ADA sign standards.
- Transferable skills: Your transferable skills are any skills you have gained through education, work experience (including the military) or life experience that are relevant for this position. Be sure to describe any transferable skills on your application and clearly explain how they apply to this position.
SCREENING AND EVALUATION:
The Application Packet:
Please be sure to provide all the materials below in your application submission:
1. Online application: Explain all related experience (paid or unpaid) and training in the education and work experience sections of the application.
2. Attach a resume: Please indicate how you meet the required minimum qualifications. Attach the PDF document to the on-line application. Be sure to explain in detail, including dates, all related work experience, paid or unpaid.
3. A Cover Letter: This should expand on your resume, address why you are interested in this position and demonstrate how your experience and skill set align with the minimum and preferred qualifications listed.
Note: The application, resume, and cover letter should clearly demonstrate your work experience/skills and how they relate to the descriptions provided in the ‘Overview’ and ‘To Qualify’ sections of this job posting. Please be thorough, as these materials will be used to determine your eligibility for an interview.
Internal candidates: After you have applied, you will receive the Oregon Veteran Preference Questionnaire in your Workday inbox. Your application as an internal candidate is not complete until you fill out and submit the Oregon Veteran Preference Questionnaire.
The Selection Process:
For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of the
selection process page
. We expect to evaluate candidates for this recruitment as follows:- Initial review of minimum qualifications.
- Evaluation of application materials to identify the most qualified candidates.
- Consideration of top candidates which might include a panel interview and a skills test.
- Professional reference checks.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Type of Position: This hourly, union-represented position is eligible for overtime.
Schedule: Monday - Thursday, 6:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Location: Yeon Complex, 1620 SE 190th, Portland, OR 97233
Serving the Public, Even During Disasters:
Everyday, Multnomah County staff work together to serve as a safety net for our communities. During a disaster, this safety net becomes even more critical. All County employees have a role in serving the public during inclement weather, natural disaster, or other types of community emergency response. During these emergency responses, while typically there begins with a call for volunteers, county employees may ultimately be reassigned from their current position to a role in the emergency response in order to support the critical needs presented by our communities. For more information, please visit the
Disaster Service Worker Information
page.Diversity and Inclusion: At Multnomah County, we don't just accept difference; we value it and support it to create a culture of dignity and respect for our employees.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran or protected veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics. The
EEO Know Your Rights poster
is available for your reference. Multnomah County is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We request priority protected veteran referrals.
Veterans’ Preference: Under Oregon Law, qualifying veterans may apply for veterans’ preference. Review our
veterans’ preference page
for details about eligibility and how to apply.
Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act: We gladly provide reasonable accommodation to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing an application or participating in this recruitment process. Please contact the recruiter below in advance to request assistance. Individuals with hearing or speech impairments may contact the recruiter through the Telecommunications Relay Service by dialing 711.
Questions?
Recruiter:
Vlad Mirko
Email:
vlad.mirko@multco.us
Phone:
1 (503) 3184861
Application information may be used throughout the entire selection process. This process is subject to change without notice.
Disclaimer: This announcement is intended as a general descriptive recruitment guide and is subject to change. It does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.
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