Senior Sign Fabricator

Job Description

Duties and Responsibilities

• Trains and leads Sign Fabricators or temporary staff in sign fabrication techniques, equipment safety, and best practices
• Design, fabricate, and repair traffic and roadway signage using software such as FlexiSIGN, Adobe Creative Suite, and CorelDRAW
• Operate and maintain large-format printing equipment, including Roland and Mimaki printers, plotters, and related sign-making tools
• Assist in developing signage concepts and layouts based on project specifications and guidelines
• Review, prioritize, and organize daily work orders to ensure deadlines and quality standards are met
• Monitor inventory levels of materials and supplies and recommend reordering to ensure consistent workflow
• Deliver signs to worksite locations, assist sign installers, and/or conduct site visits with supervisor, manger, or a sign installer
• Maintains detailed records of sign work
• Perform additional duties as required in support of departmental operations and public safety

Typical Qualifications

• Valid North Carolina Class C Driver’s License with a satisfactory driving record, or the ability to obtain within 60 days of hire

Additional Information

• Principles and practices of graphic design and layout
• Traffic and roadway signage standards (e.g., MUTCD – Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices)
• Operation and maintenance of large-format printing equipment (e.g., Roland printers, plotters)
• Materials and substrates commonly used in sign fabrication (e.g., vinyl, reflective sheeting, aluminum)
• Safety procedures and protocols related to sign fabrication and installation
• Inventory control practices and basic supply chain management
• File formats and design workflows for print production

• Proficient in design software including FlexiSIGN, Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop), and CorelDRAW
• Skilled in operating large-format printers, laminators, cutters, and plotters
• Strong attention to detail in both design and production work
• Effective time management and ability to prioritize tasks
• Basic mechanical aptitude for troubleshooting and maintaining equipment
• Competency in reading and interpreting technical drawings and specifications
• Strong communication skills for coordinating with team members and departments

• Ability to follow technical instructions and design specifications accurately
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously under tight deadlines
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and collaboratively in a team setting
• Ability to maintain organized records of jobs, inventory, and maintenance logs
• Ability to lift and move materials and signage (within standard physical requirements)
• Ability to adapt to new technologies, processes, and design trends