Exhibit Signage Technician

pstrongSALARY FLSA:/strong  $38.80 - $44.32 per hour; FLSA non-exempt/p pemThe starting rate for this role is $38.80. Every employee under the Joint Crafts Council wage scale, on first appointment, will receive the first step of the salary range for the position. Employees will advance to the second step at the start of the pay period after their one-year anniversary in the job classification and each milestone thereafter (3 years, 6 years, 11 years, and 17 years of service) with Step 6 being the maximum pay rate./em/p pstrongOPENING DATE:/strong 08/07/2025/p pstrongCLOSING DATE:/strong 08/21/2025/p pstrongJOB TYPE:/strong Regular, Full-Time/p pstrongUNION:/strong Represented/p pstrongOPENINGS:/strong 1/p pstrongLOCATION:/strong Onsite/p pstrongDEPARTMENT:/strong Creative Studios/p p /p pstrongHOW DO YOU ZOO?/strong/p pMore than 1.3 million people visit Woodland Park Zoo each year. We connect people with wildlife and remind them of what’s at stake in our changing world. Our job is to motivate people to take action and provide them with the tools needed to join us in saving endangered species. Working for the zoo means upholding our mission, “To save wildlife and inspire everyone to make conservation a priority in their lives.” Apply today and show us how you zoo. br /br /strongWHO YOU ARE/strong br /As our new Exhibit Signage Technician, we know you will be successful in this role because you are:/p ul listrongHave A Creative Mind:/strong You have a strong artistic background with creative problem-solving skills./li listrongFabrication Experience:/strong You have fabrication abilities in all mediums (e.g. wood, metal, concrete, fiberglass, plastics, and composites)./li listrongProficient in drawing:/strong You are proficient in drawing and drafting are able to communicate concepts and design and produce working drawings./li listrongLove variety in your workday:/strong You work both indoors and outdoors carrying out a variety of tasks with new projects popping up frequently./li /ul p /p pstrongYOUR PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES/strong/p ul li pOperates computer and related software to prepare signage layout./p /li li pOperates current Ioline smart trac sign cutter to prepare vinyl graphics used in the fabrication of signs/p /li li pPrepares various substrates for and executes the application of vinyl and adhesive print graphics./p /li li pOperates a service cart and a variety of equipment for the production, construction, maintenance, repair, alterations, and installation of signage./p /li li pManages the Sign shops tool collection and supplies such as: animal artifacts, seasonal signs, plastics, banners, illustrations, sign hardware, and back-up sign frames./p /li li pPerforms inventory of all Sign Shop content./p /li li pParticipates in ordering materials and supplies./p /li li pResearch existing and new materials and technology for the construction of signage/p /li li pAssist in preparing and finalizing schematic designs / documents for interpretive signs and interactives, and fabricate elements as needed./p /li li pPerforms construction, maintenance, repair or alteration work related to exhibit signage./p /li li pPerform other related duties of a comparable level/type as assigned./p /li /ul p /p pstrongPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS/strong/p ul liAutoCAD or other drawing program experience./li liFamiliarity with electrical, sound and video technologies applicable to displays./li /ul p /p pstrongQUALIFICATIONS/strong/p ul liBachelor's degree in a related field from an accredited four-year college or university; or five years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience./li liAbility to work independently while maintaining organizational consistency with both physical materials and digital elements./li liProficient with Adobe Illustrator, Microsoft Word, and Excel/li liSuccessful applicants must live and work in Washington State to perform this role./li liApplicants must be at least 18 years old and have a valid WA driver's license with a safe driving history./li /ul p /p pstrongBENEFITS/strong/p pThe Woodland Park Zoo offers a comprehensive benefits package for full time staff including:/p ul liMedical, dental, and vision HMO and PPO plans for you and eligible dependents/li li11 paid holidays and 2 personal holidays /li liAccrue 12 vacation days and another 12 days of sick your first year/li liFlexible Spending Account (FSA) /li liEmployee Assistance Program (EAP) /li liTuition reimbursement /li liFree zoo membership that includes zoo admission and discounts after 90 days /li li4 complimentary tickets per year plus other discounts and perks  /li liFree staff parking /li li403(b) Retirement Plan /li /ul p /p pstrongSELECTION PROCESS/strong br /strongApplication:/strong Please include a resume with your application through our Zoo Careers site at a href="https://woodland.rec.pro.ukg.net/WOO1017WPZS/zoo.org/jobs" target="_blank" rel="noopener"zoo.org/jobs/a. Please be sure to list or upload copies of all relevant training and certifications on your application. The zoo may review existing application pools to fill this position or use this pool to fill future vacancies. /p p /p pThis opportunity is open to all candidates that meet the qualifications. Woodland Park Zoo values diverse perspectives and life experiences. Applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, marital status, disability, religious or political affiliation, age, sexual orientation, or gender identity. The zoo encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, 2SLGBTQ, people with disabilities, veterans, and those with diverse life experiences. Woodland Park Zoo is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in all its services. If you need accommodation in the application or interview process, please contact our recruiting team at a href="mailto:careers@zoo.org" target="_blank" rel="noopener"careers@zoo.org/a./p p /p pstrongScreening:/strong We will review applications and select some candidates for screening calls. Final candidates will be invited for virtual or in-person interviews./p p /p pstrongOffer:/strong Job offers are contingent on the verification of credentials and other information required by the employment process including the completion of a background check. In addition, this role requires the applicant to successfully complete a driving record review./p