Leadhand - Sign Fabrication (Open to current City of Victoria employees only)

The Corporation of The City of Victoria•Victoria, BC

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Design, produce and install signs, decals, fleet markings, wraps and other graphics for the City of Victoria and outside agencies. This role involves leading a small team in the fabrication of various signage and graphic materials, ensuring adherence to quality standards and efficient production.

Requirements

High school graduation.
Graphic design certificate (1 year).
IMSA Level 2 Certificate (32 hours).
Current and valid Class 5 B.C. Driver’s Licence.
2 years of experience in sign making including computerized design work.
Organize and prioritize the work of a unit.
Understand and apply the techniques of graphic design and sign fabrication.
Working level operation of current City related speciality software such as Adobe Illustrator, Gerber Omega, and Tempest.
Produce signs and layouts using manual and computer aided sign making equipment including vinyl cutters, and large format digital printer.
Use of hand tools.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Deal effectively with the public and outside agencies.
Work and operate equipment safely.

Nice To Haves

May be requested to substitute in a more senior position.

Responsibilities

Design and manufacture a variety of signs or graphics by preparing sketches, electronic proofs or scale drawings.
Make recommendations to requesting departments on size, colour, wording and material for signage projects.
Estimate time and cost for sign fabrication projects.
Recommend, develop and apply new processing techniques for sign production.
Lay out and produce lettering and graphic images for signs, vehicle markings, anti-graffiti wraps, stencils, and decals using computerized sign making equipment.
Transfer designs to various substrates such as vinyl banner, glass, metals, plastics, or vinyl sheeting to produce finished signs.
Follow the Uniform Traffic Control Manual guidelines in the layout and production of regulatory, warning guide and temporary construction signs.
Apply fleet markings or wraps on City vehicles or property.
Install signs inside/outside of City buildings.
Apply vinyl glass frosting on City buildings.
Maintain equipment (large format digital printers and vinyl cutters) and arrange for repairs as needed.
Create calls for service for requests from all City departments for sign and graphic fabrication.
Complete calls for service and maintain production records, work orders and inventory.
Requisition supplies from City stores and outside agencies.
Coordinate the replacement of signage as required by the asset management program.
Coordinate and review the work of approximately 2 staff involved in sign production.
Provide advice on working plans, sketches, drafts, asset management, training and instruction as required.
Perform related duties where qualified.