Sign Painter

Performs fully skilled work at the journey level in design and fabrication of all regulatory, warning, guide, and informational signs for the motoring public within the City limits of Spokane.

• Fabricates signs using an aluminum blank, reflective material, silk screen in enamel, or computer generated acrylics. Designs graphic layouts to Fabrication Manual specifications.
• Cuts silk to varied size of fabricated wooden frame; prepares silk for application to frame; stretches silk over frame and staples with proper tension in all directions; trims excess silk.
• Cuts film to size of silk screen; overlays film to layout or design and cuts film exactly to layout; strips film; removes film from layout; places silk screen over cut film and adheres with solution; strips backing of film from screen.
• Drafts digital images for reproduction using CAD software. Computer digitizes graphic layouts to Fabrication Manual specifications. Makes spec drawings for contractors and sample drawings for management. Prepares sign samples, drawings, and time/material/cost estimates.
• Cuts images via knife plotter. Weeds out background of pressure sensitive vinyl. Applies transfer paper, hinges to substrate and applies graphics using squeegee and roller.
• Performs skilled hand-lettering work; mixes, matches and blends paint, enamel and other materials used in sign painting.
• Responds to problems with signs, including stolen, lost, or damaged signs. Performs graffiti removal and instructs others on the chemicals and techniques required.
• Utilizes ladders, forklifts, and bucket truck as needed.
• Keeps records of past materials use and forecasts future needs. Maintains an inventory of signs and silk screens, estimates material requirements and keeps other records as necessary. Expedites orders as needed.
• Assists contract bidders with compliance to City standards. Verifies that contractor submitted shop drawings and finished product comply with applicable standards.
• Performs related work as required.
   

SHORTAGE RECRUITMENT: Applicants with three years of work experience as a sign painter at the professional level (journey level) may apply.

SUBSTITUTION: Completion of a related trade school or apprenticeship training program; and two years of related work experience, that includes computer-aided design (CAD) equipment.

NOTE: A valid driver's license is required for all applicants and all employees in this job classification.

For information on what to expect with the hiring process, a test information guide, and frequently asked questions, please visit our website.

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications and pass the examination for this position to be eligible for hire.

 Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. All applicants must complete and submit a City of Spokane employment application online by 4:00 p.m. on the filing cut-off date.

Upon request, at time of application, the City will provide alternative accessible tests to individuals with disabilities that impair manual, sensory, or speaking skills needed to take the test, unless the test is intended to measure those skills.

The examination will consist of a Training and Experience Evaluation (T&E), with scoring weight assigned as follows:

• T&E 100% 

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE EVALUATION DETAILS:

Copies of your college or university transcripts (unofficial transcripts are accepted) may be a required part of this application and will be used to verify that you meet the minimum qualifications, as posted on the job announcement.

• Responses to your T&E questions should be consistent with the information given in your application details. Answers are subject to verification.
• Failure to complete all the questions or incomplete responses will result in a lower score; therefore, it is advantageous for you to provide a full and complete response to each supplemental question.
• Resumes or questionnaires uploaded as attachments will not be accepted in lieu of completing each question online.
• "See Resume" or "See above," etc., and copy/paste from a previous answer are not qualifying responses and will not be considered.

EXAMINATION DETAILS:

This is an online examination and will require a computer. If you do not have access to a computer, please notify Civil Service so that one may be provided. Reservations can also be made through your local, public library.

 Training and Experience examination links with instructions will be emailed prior to 12:00 a.m. Pacific Time on the start date and will expire at 11:59 p.m. on the due date as listed below.  Keep in mind that the test link will be emailed from City of Spokane (info@governmentjobs.com).

• Applicants who apply and meet the minimum qualifications between Monday, February 3, 2025, and Monday, February 17, 2025, will test Thursday, February 20, 2025, through Monday, February 24, 2025.  
   

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity within our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, familial status, genetic information, veteran/military status or disability status. As a Fair Chance employer, City of Spokane does not conduct initial background screening for non-public safety positions.

 

Salary : $55,562 - $88,928