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Sign Stencil Preparator (For Current DPW Sign Shop Employees Only)

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Sign Stencil Preparator (For Current DPW Sign Shop Employees Only)

Salary

$37,533.00 - $38,284.00 Annually

Location

Coleman A Young Municipal Center, MI

Job Type

Promotional

Job Number

20244619034DPWPA

Department

Dept of Public Works

Division

Transportation-Signs & Ma

Opening Date

04/04/2025

Closing Date

4/7/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

Bargaining Unit

2160-Detroit Building and Construction Trades Coun

• Description

• Benefits

• Questions

Description

U nder general supervision, to prepare stencils by operating computerized sign plotter or hand cutting methods for use in the manufacture of various sized multi-color street and traffic signs and information markers.

Examples of Duties

• Prepares sign stencils by operating such apparatus as Graphtec Sign Plotter and Sign CAD software.

• Lays out graphic designs and/or text for stencils from sketches, photographic images, written , or verbal instructions by determining lettering style, size , and spacing of text.

• Makes recommendations on graphic designs and the composition of text.

• Makes free-hand designs and touches up graphics for greater definition.

• Cuts or hand trains material.

• Traces and/or cuts paper stencils for special signs as required , using T-square, rule, pencils, and stencil knives and brushes.

• Cleans, adjusts , and makes minor repairs to equipment.

• Performs a variety of related clerical tasks including keeping records of stencils prepared and materials used.

• Makes recommendations on the purchase of equipment, supplies , and services.

• May perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Qualifications (required):

• Two (2) years in High School .

• Two (2) years of experience preparing sign stencils .

  Qualifications (preferred):

• High School graduation or G.E.D.

• E xperience in both sign plotter and hand-cutting methods of preparing sign stencils .

Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be substituted to meet the education and experience requirements of this position.

Supplemental Information

Evaluation Plan

• Interview: 70%

• Evaluation of Training, Experience & Personal Qualifications: 30%

• Total of Interview and Evaluation T.E.P: 100%

Additional points may be awarded for:

• Veteran Points: 0 – 15 points

• Detroit Residency Credit: 15 point

LRD: 04/02/2025

EMPLOYMENT BENEFITS

The City of Detroit offers a competitive and comprehensive employee benefit package. We pride ourselves on the longevity of our employees. Part of the reason for the low turnover rate is the exceptional benefit package listed below. Benefits include, but are not limited to the following:

HEALTH

• Medical - Eligible for hospital, surgical, and prescription drug benefits.

• Dental

• Vision

INSURANCE

• Life Insurance - Optional group insurance available to employee and their family. The City pays 60% of premium for first $12,500 of employee life insurance. Employee may purchase, at own expense, life insurance for spouse and each dependent.

• Long-Term Disability Insurance (Income Protection Plan) - The City offers disability insurance through payroll deductions for persons who become disabled and who are not yet eligible for a service retirement.

PAID TIME OFF

• Sick Leave

• Vacation

• Holidays

OTHER LEAVE BENEFITS

The City also has the following paid and unpaid leaves; funeral leave, Family and Medical Leave, jury duty, military duty leave, unpaid personal leave,

RETIREMENT BENEFITS

City Employees Retirement System

As a regular City employee you automatically become a member of the General Retirement System. This entitles you to a retirement allowance after:

• Completion of thirty (30) years of service;

• At age sixty (60) if you have at least ten (10) years of service, or

• At age sixty-five (65) with eight (8) years of service.

• In the event of disability, other eligibility rules apply);

• An early, actuarially reduced, retirement is offered after you have attained at least twenty-five (25) years of service;

• Employees are vested after ten (10) years of service, regardless of age.

ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES - Employees have many opportunities for growth and career advancement throughout all City departments and divisions.

Have a successful career with the City of Detroit. Always remember that you are a part of a team with a common Vision of delivering excellent service to the citizens of the City of Detroit.

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What is the highest level of education that you have obtained?

• No high school diploma or GED obtained

• high school diploma or GED obtained

• Associates degree

• bachelors degree

• PHD/JD

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  How many years of experience do you possess preparing sign stencils?

• None

• One year or less

• less than two years

• At least two years

• More than three years

  Required Question

Employer

City of Detroit

Address

Coleman A. Young Municipal Center 2 Woodward Ave ste 316 Detroit, Michigan, 48226

Website

http://www.detroitmi.gov/Detroit-Opportunities/Find-A-Job

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