SILK SCREEN OPERATOR

State of Illinois•Effingham, IL

3d•$6,433 - $8,043•Onsite

About The Position

IDOT is seeking to hire a Silk Screen operator to perform a variety of tasks related to the application of highway sign, messages directly or by silk screen process.

Requirements

Requires one year of sign shop experience.
Requires completion of a background check and self-disclosure of criminal history.
This position is considered medium work as defined by the U.S. Department of Labor (20 CFR 404.1567(c)). Medium work involves lifting no more than 50 pounds at a time with frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing up to 25 pounds.
Requires ability to perform arduous labor.
Requires the ability to understand and carry out oral/written instructions.
Requires the ability to maintain productive working relationships.
Requires a valid driver’s license.
Requires successful completion of a pre-employment physical and drug and alcohol testing and random drug and alcohol testing.

Nice To Haves

Prefer working knowledge of stencil positioning on signs.
Prefer working knowledge of the use of computers with the ability to create drawings that include texts.

Responsibilities

Performs a variety of tasks related to the application of highway sign messages directly or by the silk screen process.
Operates sophisticated computerized sign design system.
Operates highway striping machines, air compressors and other equipment used in the daily tasks for striping and signing operations.
Maintains a complete Illinois Sign Standards master file.
Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of those enumerated above.

Benefits

Monday-Friday work schedule
Flexible work schedules in several program areas (flexible time, hybrid scheduling)
Health, Life, Vision, and Dental Insurance
Pension Plan
(12) Weeks paid Maternity/Paternity Leave
Deferred Compensation Program and other pre-tax benefit programs (Medical/Daycare)
Employees earn (12) paid Sick Days annually
New Employees earn (10) paid Vacation Days their first year of service and can earn up to (25) paid Vacation Days annually
Employees earn (3) paid Personal Days annually
(13-14) paid holidays annually (based on start date)
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program and/or mental health resources