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Sign Technician

The University of North Carolina at Greensboro
$42,935 - $47,705
United States, North Carolina, Greensboro
Mar 24, 2025
Posting Details
Posting Details


Requisition Number S2963
Position Number 003458
Position Classification Title Fac Maint Tech Bldg Tradesman
Functional Title Sign Technician
Position Type Staff
University Information
Located in North Carolina's third largest city, UNC Greensboro is among the most diverse, learner-centered public research universities in the state, with 18,000 students in eight colleges and schools pursuing more than 150 areas of undergraduate and over 200 areas of graduate study. UNCG continues to be recognized nationally for academic excellence, access, and affordability. UNCG is ranked No. 1 most affordable institution in North Carolina for net cost by the N.Y. Times and No. 1 in North Carolina for social mobility by The Wall Street Journal - helping first-generation and lower-income students find paths to prosperity. Designated an Innovation and Economic Prosperity University by the Association of Public and Land-grant Universities, UNCG is a community-engaged research institution with a portfolio of more than $67M in research and creative activity. The University's 2,600 staff help create an annual economic impact for the Piedmont Triad region in excess of $1B.
Primary Purpose of the Organizational Unit
Facilities Operations has the responsibility of providing a wide range of services to all administrative departments, student programs, and all academic schools and departments. Services include all aspects of corrective and preventive maintenance, operations, grounds maintenance, housekeeping, utility infrastructure maintenance and operations, business operations, safety, regulatory compliance, project management, and renovations. These duties are conducted for a campus consisting of 71 buildings totaling 5.6 million gross square feet on 235 acres.
Position Summary
The position provides design, layout, enlarging, vinyl cutting, engraving, and routing of interior and exterior building signs, entranceways, directional signs, vehicle signs, and other special sign projects as assigned. Will provide technical consultation to customers regarding the selection of size, location, color, and purpose of signs. Will maintain and advise customers of UNCG signs standards, ADA requirements, and governmental sign regulations.
This is a mandatory position as defined in the Adverse Weather and Emergency Event policy. Mandatory employees are expected to report to or remain at work during adverse weather and emergency events and, if deemed necessary, to work a differing schedule or shift than normally assigned. This position may also be required to attend Emergency Callbacks, outlined in the Facilities Operations Standard Operating Procedure.
Minimum Qualifications

HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA OR EQUIVALENCY; OR DEMONSTRATED POSSESSION OF THE COMPETENCIES NECESSARY TO PERFORM THE WORK. OPTIONAL GUIDELINES: EXPERIENCE IN THE TRADE AREAS RELATED TO THE AREA OF ASSIGNMENT MAY BE SUBSTITUTED ON A YEAR-FOR-YEAR BASIS.

Additional Required Certifications, Licensures, and Certificates
A valid driver's license is required.
Preferred Qualifications

  • Five years of experience in commercial sign making, maintenance, and installation.
  • Knowledge and experience in graphic design software for sign-making.
  • Fabrication experience and ability to work with different construction materials.
  • Ability to use a computer including email, Microsoft Word and Excel, and CMMS software.
  • Experience and certification using a telescopic boom lift or willingness to go to training and obtain the certification.
  • Previous experience working in commercial or university environments.

Alternate Option
If no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicants are required to upload a list of at least three (3) professional references that includes:

  1. Name,
  2. Company Name,
  3. Type of reference (Professional, Supervisor, Colleague, Academic, or Personal). One (1) of those references will need to be a current or previous supervisor.
  4. Email Address
  5. Contact Phone Number

Recruitment Range $42,935 - $47,705
Org #-Department Buildings and Trades - 56407
Work Hours of Position 8:00 A.M. - 4:30 P.M., M-F
Number of Months per Year 12
Posting Requirements
Job Family Operations and Skilled Trades
Career Banded Title Fac Maint Tech Bldg Tradesman
Open Date 03/24/2025
Close Date 04/25/2025
FTE 1.000
FLSA Non-Exempt
If other, please indicate
If time-limited, please specify end date for appointment.
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