Hybrid Exhibit Signage Technician bei Woodland Park Zoo

SALARY & FLSA:  $38.80 - $44.32 per hour; FLSA non-exempt

The 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.

OPENING DATE: 08/07/2025

CLOSING DATE: 08/21/2025

JOB TYPE: Regular, Full-Time

UNION: Represented

OPENINGS: 1

LOCATION: Onsite

DEPARTMENT: Creative Studios

HOW DO YOU ZOO?

More 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.

WHO YOU ARE
As our new Exhibit Signage Technician, we know you will be successful in this role because you are:

• Have A Creative Mind: You have a strong artistic background with creative problem-solving skills.
• Fabrication Experience: You have fabrication abilities in all mediums (e.g. wood, metal, concrete, fiberglass, plastics, and composites).
• Proficient in drawing: You are proficient in drawing and drafting are able to communicate concepts and design and produce working drawings.
• Love variety in your workday: You work both indoors and outdoors carrying out a variety of tasks with new projects popping up frequently.

YOUR PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operates computer and related software to prepare signage layout.

• Operates current Ioline smart trac sign cutter to prepare vinyl graphics used in the fabrication of signs

• Prepares various substrates for and executes the application of vinyl and adhesive print graphics.

• Operates a service cart and a variety of equipment for the production, construction, maintenance, repair, alterations, and installation of signage.

• Manages the Sign shops tool collection and supplies such as: animal artifacts, seasonal signs, plastics, banners, illustrations, sign hardware, and back-up sign frames.

• Performs inventory of all Sign Shop content.

• Participates in ordering materials and supplies.

• Research existing and new materials and technology for the construction of signage

• Assist in preparing and finalizing schematic designs / documents for interpretive signs and interactives, and fabricate elements as needed.

• Performs construction, maintenance, repair or alteration work related to exhibit signage.

• Perform other related duties of a comparable level/type as assigned.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• AutoCAD or other drawing program experience.
• Familiarity with electrical, sound and video technologies applicable to displays.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor'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.
• Ability to work independently while maintaining organizational consistency with both physical materials and digital elements.
• Proficient with Adobe Illustrator, Microsoft Word, and Excel
• Successful applicants must live and work in Washington State to perform this role.
• Applicants must be at least 18 years old and have a valid WA driver's license with a safe driving history.

BENEFITS

The Woodland Park Zoo offers a comprehensive benefits package for full time staff including:

• Medical, dental, and vision HMO and PPO plans for you and eligible dependents
• 11 paid holidays and 2 personal holidays 
• Accrue 12 vacation days and another 12 days of sick your first year
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) 
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 
• Tuition reimbursement 
• Free zoo membership that includes zoo admission and discounts after 90 days 
• 4 complimentary tickets per year plus other discounts and perks  
• Free staff parking 
• 403(b) Retirement Plan 

SELECTION PROCESS
Application: Please include a resume with your application through our Zoo Careers site at zoo.org/jobs. 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. 

This 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 [email protected].

Screening: We will review applications and select some candidates for screening calls. Final candidates will be invited for virtual or in-person interviews.

Offer: 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.