SIGN TECHNICIAN

POSITION: SIGN TECHNICIAN STARTING PAY: $21.82 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 MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS High School diploma or equivalent is required, at least three (3) years of verifiable equipment operating, construction, or closely related job experience and at least one (1) year as Iron County Maintenance Worker. Must have valid Utah CDL Class A Driver License. Must be able to perform heavy lifting up to and over 50 lbs. SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS Must have and maintain a valid Utah CDL License (Class A). Complete physical as required to maintain UDOT certification. Attend any required training seminars when scheduled. Attend scheduled defensive driving courses, and UDOT Flagging school as required to obtain and maintain certification. Random drug testing according to UDOT guidelines. 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. Posting will close on Tuesday, April 9, 2024. Applications must be received prior to the closing of the posting; no late applications will be accepted. Applications are submitted electronically from our website www.ironcounty.net. 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.