PAY GRADE: 010
CLASS TITLE:SIGN/UPHOLSTERER TECHNICIAN
ALLOCATION FACTOR(S)
This is work manufacturing highway, traffic and informational signs or repairing upholstered furniture and/or replacing or repairing draperies.
EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED:
(Note: The examples of work as listed in this class specification are not necessarily descriptive of any one position in the class. The omission of specific statements does not preclude management from assigning specific duties not listed herein if such duties are a logical assignment to the position. Examples of work performed are not to be used for allocation purposes.)
- Lays out and cuts stencils for highway regulatory and informational signs.
- Cuts out letters and symbols used on reflectorized signs.
- Builds and repairs silk screens.
- Manufactures signs by silk screen process.
- Lays out and applies cut-out letters, symbols, and shields by hand on signs not silk screened.
- Letters by hand signs not silk screened.
- Lays out and engraves laminated plastic and aluminum signs.
- Manufactures and prepares sign blanks.
- Packs signs for shipment.
- Assists in the maintenance and care of sign shop and equipment.
- Performs stock cuttings, cover sewing, hair filling, and tufting in the repair of upholstered furniture.
- Sews tears or rips with a needle and thread.
- Cuts new coverings from a bolt of cloth, using part removed as pattern.
- Tacks, sews, or staples replacement upholstery to frame.
- Repairs draperies by mending, reweaving, sewing, patching, or other appropriate means.
- Cleans and maintains upholstering equipment and materials.
- Refinishs wood or metal furniture.
- Performs related work as required.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
(Note: The knowledge, skills and abilities (KSA's) identified in this class specification represent those needed to perform the duties of this class. Additional knowledge, skills and abilities may be applicable for individual positions in the employing agency.)
- Knowledge of the techniques and equipment used in the manufacture and repair of signs or in the repair of furniture or draperies.
- Skill in using sewing machines or equipment used in manufacturing signs.
- Ability to mend or repair signs, furniture or draperies.
- Ability to layout and cut stencils or patterns.
- Ability to clean and maintain materials and equipment.
- Ability to follow instructions.
- Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Two years of experience in the manufacture and repair of signs or in upholstery work; or
- One year of experience in the manufacturing and repair of highway signs.
EFFECTIVE:
12/18/1989
HISTORY:
01/01/1984