Neon Glass Bender (Part-time)

Minimum: Maximum: Location: Boise, Idaho Job Type: Part time Job Title: Neon Glass Bender (Part-time) Job Description: GENERAL PURPOSE: Under general supervision, fabricates and repairs neon signs effectively and efficiently. Coordinates and provides oversight on larger neon projects to ensure department meets expectations and deadlines. ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: Heats and bends glass tubes to from scroll of electronic neon signs according to a pattern and/or customer specifications Cuts length of glass tubing required to form letters, using file Demonstrates understanding of glass bending when holding tube over gas burner at point to be bent, rotating tube to heat it uniformly Blows into hose to prevent glass from collapsing and bends tube by hand Paints or tapes portions of tubing to separate letters Repairs broken scroll by replacing with new sections of tubing Reviews plans and diagrams to ensure accuracy of completed neon signs Performs electrical wiring of signs consistent with specifications and electrical codes Maintains an understanding of electrical code requirements for electrical aspects of signs Demonstrates and maintains an understanding of how different gases work when charging the tubing with gas to create neon signs Implements and maintains quality control and safety during development Orders, restocks and uses parts and materials for neon sign creation and repair MARGINAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: Monitors parts and materials inventory Assist with final assembly Assist with installation of neon signs Trains new neon employees Perform sign painting to create a quality finished product Lays vinyl for signs Performs sheet metal, sign face, and steel fabrication Assists YESCO service technician employees as needed Performs other functions as necessary or as assigned NATURE OF WORK CONTACTS: Interacts daily with sales and service technician employees at the YESCO facilities to discuss neon sign projects TRAINING & QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Eight or more years of demonstrated experience in neon sign making, glass blowing, electricity, electronics, assembly, or related areas; or any combination of education, experience, and training which provides the following knowledge, skills and abilities: Ability to read, interpret, and apply specification documents, government coding document information, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals Ability to apply mathematical calculations regarding electrical requirements Ability to move electrical wiring, equipment, materials, and completed signs Ability to communicate effectively PHYSICAL/SENSORY DEMANDS: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work is performed in a variety of environments both indoors and outdoors. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to work in high, precarious places; risk of burns; and risk of electrical shock. Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to: stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and climb or balance. Must be able to occasionally move objects in excess of 50 lbs. Specific vision abilities include: clarity of vision at 20 inches or less; and ability to adjust eye to bring an object into sharp focus. We maintain a drug free workplace. Young Electric Sign Company is an EEO/AA employer. We welcome all qualified jobseekers. Jobseekers will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, religion or 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.