Trades Apprentice to Sheet Metal Worker
About The Position
The position fabricates standard and special signs for District and Statewide Sign crews. It involves preparing aluminum sheet and extruded sign panels by cutting, punching, assembling, and applying reflective sheeting, lettering, graphics, backing, and hardware in accordance with Federal Highway Administration and Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development standards. The incumbent performs sign layout and design preparation, ensures signage meets specifications and quality-control requirements, and maintains accurate work orders and inventory documentation. The role also includes operating material-handling and fabrication equipment, transporting materials and finished products, performing preventative maintenance, and maintaining required equipment certifications. The incumbent should have some knowledge of FHWA sign-design guidelines and the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices. The employee will participate in DOTD structured training programs and attend continuing education classes and conferences considered necessary to perform required tasks. The employee must be able to follow instructions without repeated corrections and comply with applicable Louisiana and Civil Service laws, rules, and regulations, along with DOTD policies, procedures, manuals, and directives. The position may be filled at the Trades Apprentice or Sheet Metal Worker level depending on the selected applicant’s experience. The listed starting rates are $16.06 per hour for Trades Apprentice and $19.67 per hour for Sheet Metal Worker.
Requirements
- No experience or training is required.
- Some knowledge of FHWA guidelines on sign design and the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices is expected.
- Ability to follow instructions without requiring repeated corrections.
Responsibilities
- Fabricate and prepare aluminum sheet and extruded sign panels by cutting, punching, and assembling them.
- Apply reflective sheeting, lettering, graphics, backing, and hardware to signs according to FHWA and DOTD standards.
- Perform sign layout and design preparation and ensure signage meets applicable specifications, department procedures, and quality-control requirements.
- Maintain accurate work orders and inventory documentation.
- Operate forklifts and fabrication equipment, including punches, shears, and roller applicators.
- Transport raw materials and finished products.
- Perform preventative maintenance and maintain required departmental equipment certifications.
- Participate in DOTD structured training programs and attend necessary continuing-education classes and conferences.
- Follow instructions and comply with applicable laws, rules, regulations, and DOTD policies and procedures.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
