Carpenter - Sign Technician

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Named after Texas' legendary hero, General Sam Houston, the university boasts a rich historical legacy that resonates with the spirit of Texas, which provides a balance between a peaceful, natural setting and proximity to urban amenities. With a student population of over 21,000, SHSU offers a vibrant and dynamic community. SHSU has a small town feel with large scale opportunities. Located in the Piney Woods region of East Texas and just an hour drive north of Houston, Huntsville provides area residents with a sense of community and belonging.

SHSU offers compelling options for individuals seeking a fulfilling and impactful career including a superior benefit package, competitive salaries and a flexible work environment fostering work/life balance. SHSU offers programs that support a healthy work-life balance, contributing to employee well-being and job satisfaction, as well as, professional development opportunities with our educational assistance and dependent assistance programs.

Posting Information

This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.

Requisition S Title Carpenter - Sign Technician FLSA status Non-Exempt Hiring Salary

This position is a pay grade
6. Please see Pay Grade Table at: https://pa-hrsuit

Occupational Category Skilled Craft Department Facilities Management - Facilities Services Division Division of Finance and Operations Open Date 02/24/2026 Open Until Filled Yes Educational and Experience Requirement

High school graduate or G.E.D. equivalent. Technical/vocational training related to job duties would be helpful. Minimum of five years' experience working with Adobe Illustrator and/or Photoshop or in a related field. Minimum of two years' experience working with cut vinyl preferred. Additional education may be considered in lieu of experience.

Nature & Purpose of Position

Provides support in the Carpentry sign shop in Facilities Services.

Primary Responsibilities

Creates vinyl signs, banners, office signs, way finding signs, plaques, name plates, laminated signs, drawings, and maps. Uses all manners of software to create and manufacture signs including Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, Flex, Dr. Engrave, Versa Works, Onyx and Microsoft Office Suite. Uses multiple machines to manufacture signs including vinyl print and cut, color poster printer, CNC engraving machine, standard laser large format printer, and laminating equipment.

Must be able to apply vinyl in flat work applications. Responsible for installing all manner of signs and banners. Must be able to design, purchase, and install ADA signage. Must be able to read and interpret drawings and specifications and use the computerized Maintenance Management System with work orders to allocate time and document work daily. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Other Specifications

Must be able to use various types of tools and equipment of the carpentry trade including ladders, hammers, all types of screwdrivers, ratchets, utility knives, all types of adhesives, paint, primer, all types of electric drills, and tape measures. Will be exposed to various weather elements, dust, dirt, heat, cold, noise, vibration, congested work area, inclines, and declines. Work occasionally includes high places, mechanical rooms, plant environments, kneeling, bending, and crawling.

Must be willing and able to work on campus during weekends, holidays, overtime, and during emergency situations as needed.

Requires driving and operating a university vehicle; therefore, a valid Texas driver's license and driving record acceptable to the university's insurance carrier is required.

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