Maintenance Technician – Sign Painter

Company: Knott's Berry Farm
Location: Buena Park
Posted on: January 26, 2026

Job Description:

Overview: Designs, assembles, prints, and installs signs and artwork using stencils, image creating and editing software. This is accomplished on a variety of surfaces and materials applying large and small vinyl cut graphics, wood fabrication, poster board materials and related materials. Combining free hand art and technology to create visually communicative designs for building aesthetics, signs, gold leaf application, billboards, banners, menus, rides, and vehicles. Painting and sketching may be used in creating designs. Salary Details: $28.64 / hr - $32.74 / hr based on overall experience Responsibilities: Ability to read and accurately interpret written instructions, drawing and procedures. Ability to safely and proficiently use stationary and portable power tools commonly used in the trade. Ability to install various signs using aerial lifts, forklifts, ladders and other maintenance equipment. Familiarity with the safe and effective use of common hand tools such as hammers, saws, levels, utility knives, etc. Review and assess requisition and work-orders to determine the type and extent of work to be performed and the most appropriate preparation and application methods needed. Gathers adequate supplies, tools, and materials to complete the projects requirements. Cleans and prepare surfaces to ensure paint, stencils and /or chosen materials will adhere properly. Operate computers and computerized signs making equipment to layout lettering for art work, menus, building signs, banners, posters, and traffic signs. Maintains vinyl printers artwork. Operate heat and pressure sensitive applicator equipment to apply and compress reflective sheeting. Apply vinyl graphics onto various surfaces including, wood, aluminum, metal sign blanks and banners. Operate and laminating machine for repleted sign painting projects and tasks. Clean trade equipment and work site after completion of sign painting assignments. Prepares work orders and activity reports. Qualifications: Must have a minimum of 2-4 years’ experience in the graphic art/sign painting industry. Vocational / technical training in Graphic Design, Sign Printing is preferred. Must be proficient in one or more graphic design software programs. Must be able to demonstrate an ability to create a layout or design. A thorough understanding of production, rendering, and installation methods. Must have and maintain a current driver's license, both for use on the Farm and off the Farm and to operate company equipment. Must be able to work days, evening, weekends, and holidays due to business needs.

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