Sign Fabricator D

Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority; Maryland; On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority is seeking a Sign Fabricator to perform in-house fabrication of signs and on-site installations across the Metro system. The role involves producing signs of varying sizes, using vinyl materials and a range of substrates in line with WMATA standards.

You will operate vinyl plotters, large format printers and engraving/routing machines, install signs throughout rail and bus networks, and ensure accuracy with precise measuring and documentation.

Qualifications

• The Sign Fabricator performs in-house fabrication of signs to approved specs and manuals.
• Must fabricate, repair and refurbish signs per design procedures.
• Operates vinyl plotters, printers and engraving equipment per WMATA standards.

Responsibilities

• Create/sign fabrication from scratch using shop drawings or descriptions.
• Install signage across Rail and Bus systems using ladders and lifts.
• Use hand/tools and verify dimensions to meet standards.
• Prepare requisitions for parts and document installations.

Skills

Sign fabrication

Vinyl sign production

Large format printing

Engraving/routing

Tools

Vinyl plotters

Digital printers

Engraving/routing machines

Vector design software

Job description

THIS JOB OPENING IS BEING USED TO FILL CURRENT AND FUTURE VACANT POSITIONS IN THIS CLASSIFICATION AT VARIOUS SHIFTS, LOCATIONS AND ASSIGNED DAYS OFF.

ORDER OF PREFERENCE: The selection for Maintenance and Construction is made on the basis of fitness and ability with preference given to: Maintenance and Construction District, System-Wide (L689), Authority-Wide and external candidates, respectively.

The Sign Fabricator is responsible for in-house technical fabrication of various sign types and the on-site installations of signage across Metro. Skilled in the production, fabrication and installation of vinyl products and other related signage, the incumbent produces signs of various sizes and colors, using a variety of materials and substrates that are in compliance with standards outlined in the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA) Metrorail System Signage Design Manual.

Principal Job Duties

• Creates/Fabricates signage from scratch using approved sign specifications, shop drawings or other descriptions of signs.
• Fabricates, repairs, refurbishes and refinishes defective signs following approved layout/design procedures.
• Uses various vinyl plotters, large format digital printers, engraving/routing machines and vector-based design software and equipment.
• Installs signs throughout the Rail and Bus systems, working from ladders, scaffolding and manlifts.
• Operates and uses hand tools, portable power tools and related equipment required for installation tasks.
• Measures, marks and scribes dimensions and reference points to layout signs for WMATA RAIL, BUS and support facilities. Verifies dimensions and alignments with measuring instruments and ensures established standards and requirements are met. Designs, lays out and fabricates complex signs and illustrations.
• Performs assignments according to requirements and ensures the highest quality and adherence to specifications.
• Uses proper forms and completes required documentation and reports regarding the installation, maintenance or modification of signs and directories. Prepares requisitions for parts and materials from supply storerooms and vendors. Ensures that equipment, systems and associated mechanical devices are maintained accordingly to manufacturers requirements and WMATA’s standards.
• Attends and passes the required safety training classes and continuously learns industry best practices for working safely and efficiently.

Other Duties

• Works safely and maintains a clean, orderly work environment.
• Maintains and promotes awareness and accountability with safety policies and procedures while performing job functions. Promotes a positive safety culture and encourages reporting of safety concerns consistent with our Agency Safety Plan, other regulatory requirements within the Safety Management System and just culture principles.

The functions listed are not intended to limit specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Nor is it intended to limit in any way the right of managers and supervisors to assign, direct and control the work of employees under their supervision.