Sign Tech

Join Our Team as a Sign Tech!

Are you a creative individual with a knack for technology and hands-on work? Do you enjoy crafting and seeing your work come to life? We have an exciting opportunity for you!

About the Role: As a Sign Tech, you'll play a crucial role in designing and fabricating high-quality signs that help communicate messages effectively. You'll work with cutting-edge computer and vinyl cutting equipment, as well as traditional tools to bring our signage projects to life. From constructing frames and painting boards to operating engraving machines, your skills will make a tangible difference in our projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operate computer and vinyl cutting equipment to produce various signs.
• Construct and paint sign boards and frames with precision and care.
• Transfer vinyl text to sign materials accurately.
• Use engraving equipment to create custom name plates and signs.
• Perform snow removal duties as needed.
• Take on miscellaneous job-related tasks as assigned.

Why You'll Love Working Here

Working as a staff member at the University of New Mexico (UNM) offers a range of exciting benefits including:

• Impact: Play a vital role in building and restoring structures that stand the test of time.
• Growth: Opportunities for professional development and skill enhancement.
• Community: Be part of a dedicated team committed to excellence and innovation.
• Comprehensive Healthcare: Access to competitive health insurance plans including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Retirement Plans: Pension and enrollment in a choice of additional retirement plans with generous employer contributions.
• Paid Time Off: Generous annual vacation leave (~168 hours per year), sick leave (~96 hours per year), and 14 paid holidays to support work-life balance.
• Professional Development: Opportunities for continuous learning, career advancement, including tuition remission for both employees and their dependents.
• Wellness Programs: Access to wellness programs, fitness facilities, and resources promoting employee health and well-being.
• Community Engagement: Involvement in a vibrant campus community with diverse cultural and recreational activities.
• Job Security: Stable employment with competitive salaries and opportunities for advancement within our respected flagship institution of New Mexico.
• Diverse Role: No two days are the same, offering variety and excitement.
• Team Environment: Work alongside a supportive team and skilled tradespeople.
• Impact: Your work directly contributes to the smooth operation of our campus, making a real difference every day.

These benefits underscore UNM's commitment to supporting its staff members both personally and professionally, fostering a rewarding and supportive work environment.

Ready to craft your future with us? Explore this opportunity further and apply today by visiting UNMJobs to see current openings and submit your application.

Don't miss out on the chance to turn your skills into stunning signs and be a key part of our team!

See the Position Description for additional information.

• Possession of a valid New Mexico driver's license is a requirement for this job.
• All regular, non-temporary positions assigned to this classification are represented by a labor union and subject to the terms and conditions of the CWA Collective Bargaining Agreement.
• Successful candidate must submit to post-offer, pre-employment physical examination and medical history check.
• Employees who provide services or work in patient care or clinical areas are required to be in compliance with the University's influenza vaccination requirement.

High school diploma or GED; at least 1 year of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.

Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.

• Possess strong interpersonal
  and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively
  with a wide range of clients and university branches in a diverse community.
• Ability to interpret and
  analyze informational needs and provide technical advice and guidance.
• Ability to analyze and solve
  problems.
• Ability to read, interpret
  and apply signage standards.
• Grammar and proofreading skills.
• Self-starter and motivated
  team player.
• Ability to use hand and power
  tools.
• Ability to operate basic office equipment.

Only applications submitted through
the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job
advertisement on a 3rd party site, please
visit UNMJobs to submit an application.

Positions posted with a Staff Type of Regular or Term are eligible for the Veteran Preference Program. See the Veteran Preference Program webpage for additional details.

The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

The University of New Mexico requires all regular staff positions successfully pass a pre-employment background check. This may include, but is not limited to, a criminal history background check, New Mexico Department of Health fingerprint screening, New Mexico Children, Youth, and Families Department fingerprint screening, verification of education credentials, and/or verification of prior employment. For more information about background checks, visit https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3280.html. Refer to https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3200.html for a definition of Regular Staff.