Sign Painter

UW CODE AND REPRESENTATIVE GROUP

18868 (NE S WFSE Trades)
22860 (NE H NI WFSE Trades)

CLASS SERIES CONCEPT

Perform layout, fabrication, and painting of signs for exterior or interior use.

BASIC FUNCTION

Perform journey-level work in the layout, fabrication, and painting of signs for exterior or interior use.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

First level class of series. Under general supervision, perform journey-level sign painting.

TYPICAL WORK

Perform hand lettering on signs, posters, show cards, doors, and glass;

Layout and cut stencils for lettering and numbering;

Prepare and use pounce paper patterns;

Apply gold, silver, or bronze leaf to surfaces;

Paint and letter numerals and symbols and background pictures for lettering;

Construct signs using materials such as &quotScotch lite”, &quotScotch cal”, and other adhesives; utilize silk screen process to prepare signs;

Mix paints as required and care for tools and equipment;

May operate motor vehicle and transport materials;

Perform related duties as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Three years of experience/training in the sign painting trade. May require a valid State of Washington driver’s license.

CLASSIFICATION HISTORY

01/03/1973: New Class
06/22/1987: Revise Class
06/01/2005: CSR Class Conversion