Graphics Technician

Description:

Designs, fabricates, and installs commercial signs using computer aided graphics and related sign equipment. This is highly technical and independent work in the design and preparation of printed, drawn, and photographed materials for duplicating. An employee allocated to this class of work performs highly independent, technical duties and participates in the reproduction of graphic materials and installation of final work product. Work is performed independently under the general direction of an administrative superior and/or Department Supervisor.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Orders and maintains inventory of sign shop supplies and equipment.

• Schedules maintenance of equipment.

• Meets with County personnel and tenants to coordinate design and installation of interior and exterior signs.

• Coordinates with vendors for purchase and installation of specialty signs.

• Fabricates and installs signs using various commercial media, paint, tape, and engraving.

• Ensures installation of final work product.

• Will be required to drive personal or county vehicle to various work sites.

• Inspects work in progress and finished materials to see that quality, quantity, and printability standards are complying.

• Ensures the preparation of materials for reproduction.

• Maintains records and files of work performed, computes costs of reproduction jobs.

• Performs all phases of graphics work including, plate making, as well as the design, layout, arrangement, and sketching of materials for reproduction.

• Maintains PC-based computer-aided design/manufacturing systems for sign fabrication which includes various software and database programs, scanners, digitizing tablets, printers and plotters, and special fonts and text for manufacturing signage.

• Maintains records of orders and inventory and follows up with vendors on shipment and delivery for the design shop performs additional functions incidental to office activities.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Must be computer literate on a Windows platform

• Must communicate effectively in English, with tenants of County facilities.

• Must be a self-starter able to work productively without immediate supervision.

• Must have excellent color vision to match existing color schemes.

• Must have a thorough knowledge of printing, reproduction, and graphic display techniques.

• Must have a thorough knowledge of print shop and photographic equipment.

• Must have the ability to plan, design, and layout graphic art pieces.

• Must have a thorough knowledge of graphic arts, and considerable technical experience in graphic artwork.

• Must have experience in print preparation including lettering, drawing, and combing materials for reproduction.

• Must be able to pass security checks, including obtaining clearance for the Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS), and drug tests, as required. This position is Safety Sensitive and subject to random drug and alcohol screening.