Job Summary

Duties & Responsibilities

• Performs preparation, layout, manufacture and salvage of traffic, informational and specialty signs.
• Operates and maintains all equipment used in the construction and manufacturing of signs, including computerized sign making equipment, fabrication of silk screens, sign baking oven and spray-booth equipment.
• Enters and maintains manual and computerized sign inventory, charge-out and other database programs.
• Maintains daily work activity logs, inventory and maintenance records.
• Provides guidance and direction to subordinate staff.
• Assists with the installation, maintenance and removal of signs, detours and pavement markings.
• Participates in shop and yard maintenance.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education, Training And Experience Requirements

• Grade 12 education.
• Three years’ experience in the manufacture and installation of traffic signs.
• Successful completion of a recognized signing and detouring course.
• Possession of a valid Class 5 Saskatchewan Driver's Licence.
• Current driver’s abstract from SGI demonstrating a safe driving record.
• Possession of a valid first aid certificate.

Knowledge, Abilities And Skills

• Demonstrated ability to regularly and consistently attend work to ensure effective operations and service delivery.
• Demonstrated knowledge of, and ability to follow all applicable procedures and policies. 
• Considerable knowledge of the Sign and Paint Shop inventory procedures and materials.
• Considerable knowledge of WHMIS health and safety standards.
• Knowledge of the City‘s Work Zone Traffic Control procedures.
• Demonstrated ability to read and comprehend engineering drawings as related to sign manufacturing and installation.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Ability to organize and perform assignments expediently.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Ability to train and direct subordinate staff.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Physical ability to perform the assigned duties under all weather conditions.
• Skill in the use of equipment, materials, practices and standards associated with the manufacture and installation of traffic signs.
• Skill in the operation of computers using spreadsheet and database programs.

Additional Requirements

Shift work and weekend work may be involved.