IT Onsite Associate – Sign Shop Technician

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) • Little Rock, AR

59d • Onsite

About The Position

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.

The safety of our team members at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences is our top priority. For this reason, successful applicants for this position must be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 or have an approved medical or religious exemption on file with our Student & Employee Health Services dept. UAMS will adhere to all federal, state and local regulations and will obtain necessary proof of vaccination prior to employment to ensure compliance.

This position is responsible for the design, fabrication, and installation of a wide range of signage for the Medical, Educational, Research, and Administrative facilities on the UAMS Campus and offsite locations. The Sign Shop Technician is responsible for coordinating with end users, building managers and project managers to determine sign and graphics needs and ensure that they meet UAMS guidelines for identification, directional, informational, and regulatory purposes. Utilizing specialized software this position will design, build, and install in-house produced signage as well as specialized signage provided by outside vendors. Interpret various technical details related to sign design and manufacture (LED layouts, Aluminum Frame Construction, Basic Wiring, Attachment Methods, Sheet goods cutting and forming, etc). Self-starter who can work independently and is organized. Responds to situations where sign systems have failed and action must be taken to repair or replace in a timely mannor to ensure patients and visitors have appropriate wayfinding ability.

All UAMS employees will treat others with Dignity and Respect. We communicate and share complete and unbiased information, assuring our colleagues receive timely, complete, and accurate information in order make informed decisions. We participate in institutional initiatives and encourage the participation of others. We collaborate in policy and program development, implementation, and evaluation using best practices in delivering quality service. All duties will be performed in accordance with the UAMS Core Concepts of Patient and Family Centered Care set forth by UAMS. These core concepts allow for an approach to health care that shapes policies, programs, facility design and staff day-to-day interactions. It leads to better health outcomes and wiser allocation of resources, and greater patient and family satisfaction. The core concepts of patient and family centered care consist of Dignity & Respect, Information Sharing, Participation, and Collaboration.

Requirements

• High School Diploma
• Associate’s degree
• Bachelor’s degree
• Post Graduate degree
• Computer Science or related field of study
• 2 yrs. Cabling, low voltage systems, carpentry/building maint., sign design/fabrication
• Valid Driver’s License

Responsibilities

• Design, fabrication, and installation of a wide range of signage for Medical, Educational, Research, and Administrative facilities on the UAMS Campus and offsite locations.
• Coordinating with end users, building managers and project managers to determine sign and graphics needs and ensure that they meet UAMS guidelines for identification, directional, informational, and regulatory purposes.
• Utilizing specialized software to design, build, and install in-house produced signage as well as specialized signage provided by outside vendors.
• Interpreting various technical details related to sign design and manufacture (LED layouts, Aluminum Frame Construction, Basic Wiring, Attachment Methods, Sheet goods cutting and forming, etc).
• Responding to situations where sign systems have failed and taking action to repair or replace in a timely manner to ensure patients and visitors have appropriate wayfinding ability.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED