What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sign Shop Technician position at The Rector & Visitors of the University of Virginia?
The University of Virginia's Facilities Management (FM) Department is seeking a Sign Shop Technician.The Sign Shop is responsible for creating dynamic visuals, including vinyl decals, environmental graphics, name plates, banners, ADA and wayfinding signage, and event resources to be used across Grounds and UVA Health.The Sign Shop Technician will fabricate a variety of signs using computer engravers, woodworking tools and large format printers. Layout and design skills are required to ensure signs meet University branding and national standards.
Facilities Management (FM) supports the University of Virginia's wide range of research, academic and patient care programs. Including more than 1,200 employees dedicated to excellence, Facilities Management is responsible for the day-to-day operation, repair, and maintenance of UVA's buildings, infrastructure, and Grounds as well as other University-owned and leased properties.
Duties Include:
Fabricate signs using a variety of tools and equipment.
Install interior and exterior signage using hand and power tools, construction drawings/floor plans and maps while upholding the overall aesthetic appeal of buildings and grounds.
Operate a wide variety of small hand and power tools such as saws, as well as larger equipment and vehicles such as pick-up trucks, tractors, snow blowers, mobile Platforms, and Bobcat.
Adhere to applicable traffic laws, operator instructions, required appropriate clothing and protection, safety standards, and federal, state, and local regulations.
Perform special delivery services by loading items on delivery vehicles, safeguarding items during transit, personally delivering items, and obtaining the appropriate signature that provides receipt of the delivered items.
Perform clean-up in areas after signage installations in buildings, classrooms, offices and job sites.
Install/remove furniture for special event setup or remodeling /renovations.
In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned.
Qualifications:
Education: High school diploma or equivalent
Experience: One year of sign shop or related experience, such as the creation or manufacturing of industrial signs and displays. Carpentry experience in fabrication and installation of signage is strongly preferred. Experience with commercial signage is highly preferred.
Licensure: Valid Driver's license.
Preferred Computer Skills: Knowledge of creative programs such as Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, and Adobe InDesign, or other such commercial programs.
Compensation:
The Anticipated Hiring Range for this position is $18.00 to $22.00 per hour ($37,440 - $45,760 Annually), commensurate with experience. This is a full-time position with UVA benefits. Employee benefits package highlights include:
22 days of paid time off, increasing with service; 13 paid holidays each year, in addition to paid time off; Parental and Community Service Leave
Health plan with options to meet healthcare and financial needs
Retirement through the Virginia Retirement System
Tuition and professional development benefits
Employee wellness program featuring activities to earn up to $500/year
For this position, the selected candidate will need to complete the required background checks prior to the start date of the position.
Physical Demands:
Requires regular walking, standing, kneeling, crawling, squatting, and climbing ladders or stairs, lifting and carrying of various weights. Repetitive motion for grasping, pulling, pushing, and operating hand and power tools; work may occur in a variety of indoor and outdoor conditions and environments.
To Apply:
Please applyonline and search forR0081132. Internal applicants may search and apply for jobs on the UVA Internal Careers website. Complete the application, and upload the following Required materials:
Resume
This position will remain open until filled.
Questions regarding the application process should be directed to Marcus Rozier, Academic Recruiter, at hjv5vm@virginia.edu.
The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA's commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.
The University of Virginia, including the UVA Health System which represents the UVA Medical Center, Schools of Medicine and Nursing, UVA Physician’s Group and the Claude Moore Health Sciences Library, are fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is excellence expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences. We are equal opportunity and affirmative action employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, and family medical or genetic information.
Salary : $37,440 - $45,760