Sign Fabricator & Installer - Vinyl & Large-Format

Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority; Vienna (VA); On-site; USD 44,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority is seeking a skilled Sign Fabricator to fabricate and install signage across WMATA Rail and Bus systems. The role involves operating vinyl plotters, large-format printers, and engraving equipment, plus maintaining installation documentation and compliance with WMATA standards.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED and at least two years of sign fabrication experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience as a Sign Fabricator or related field.
• Valid motor vehicle operator's permit.
• RWP Certification, level 2, within one year of hire.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate signage from scratch using approved specifications.
• Install signs across WMATA Rail and Bus systems using ladders and lifts.
• Operate vinyl plotters, large format digital printers and engraving/routing equipment.
• Prepare parts requisitions and maintain installation documentation.
• Ensure quality and adherence to WMATA standards.

Skills

Sign fabrication

CNC router operation

Vinyl plotter operation

Graphics software

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Gerber design software

Dimension 200 Router Engraver

Sabre 408

Composer/Art Path

Vinyl plotters

Job description

Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority is seeking a skilled Sign Fabricator to fabricate and install signage across WMATA Rail and Bus systems. The role involves operating vinyl plotters, large-format printers, and engraving equipment, plus maintaining installation documentation and compliance with WMATA standards.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED and at least two years of sign fabrication experience.