Sign Fabricator

Please see Special Instructions for more details. In accordance with City policy, this position is deemed safety-sensitive. As such, applicants for this position are subject to pre-employment drug/alcohol testing after receiving a conditional offer of employment and may also be subject to random testing. This drug test includes testing for marijuana. Possession of a medical marijuana card will not excuse an applicant from the testing process; however, a test will not be considered positive for marijuana if a valid medical marijuana certification is presented unless the position requires a commercial driver’s license (CDL) or is a sworn law-enforcement officer/deputy. Position Information Working Title of Vacant Position Job Type Job Type Full Time Posting Type Posting Type Public Number of Vacancies Number of Vacancies 1 Department Department PUBLIC WORKS Division Division PUB WORKS OPERATIONS Requisition Number Requisition Number 2026448 Number of hours worked per week Number of hours worked per week 40 Work Schedule 7:00am – 3:30pm. Monday-Friday; Alpha essential. Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies. Work Site Location Work Site Location Chesapeake, VA Position Driving Requirement Position Driving Requirement R - Routine Pay Grade Pay Grade GE05 Pay Basis Pay Basis Semi-Monthly Advertised Salary $41,544 – $57,000; Depending on qualifications and experience Job Description The City of Chesapeake Public Works Traffic Operations Division is seeking a creative, hands on Sign Fabricator I to join its Sign Shop. The team produces regulatory traffic signs, street signs, and special event signs in accordance with federal, state, and local requirements. If you have experience in sign fabrication, silk screening, computer graphics, or a related field, we would like to hear from you. The Sign Fabricator I role offers the opportunity to combine technical skills and creativity with work that helps people travel safely throughout Chesapeake. Responsibilities include: Designing, fabricating, installing, and repairing signs and other traffic control devices Preparing pavement markings Programming and setting up variable message signs, speed radar trailers, and speed radar signs Maintaining material inventories and preparing reports related to sign fabrication Planning work methods and completing assignments under general supervision The ideal Sign Fabricator I works well with a team, enjoys hands on projects, and brings attention to detail to every assignment. The City of Chesapeake offers an exceptional range of benefits. Please browse our Benefits Brochure, for a full list of benefits and employee perks. Required Qualifications VOCATIONAL / EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT : Requires high school diploma or GED / HSE and any combination of education and experience equivalent to satisfactory completion of one year of college education in drafting, computer graphics, or closely related fields. EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS : In addition to satisfying the vocational/education standards, this class requires a minimum of six months of related, full-time equivalent experience. SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES : Requires a valid driver’s license and a driving record in compliance with City Driving Standards . Special skills or equipment certification may be required. Preferred Qualifications Preferred Qualifications Job Open Date Job Open Date 09/24/2026 Job Close Date Job Close Date 10/24/2026 Special Instructions to Applicants In accordance with City policy, this position is deemed safety-sensitive. As such, applicants for this position are subject to pre-employment drug/alcohol testing after receiving a conditional offer of employment and may also be subject to random testing. This drug test includes testing for marijuana. Possession of a medical marijuana card will not excuse an applicant from the testing process; however, a test will not be considered positive for marijuana if a valid medical marijuana certification is presented unless the position requires a commercial driver’s license ( CDL ) or is a sworn law-enforcement officer/deputy. ADA Checklist Overall Physical Strength Demands Overall Physical Strength Demands Overall Physical Strength Demands M=Medium - Exerting 20-50 lbs. occasionally, 10-25 lbs. frequently, or up to 10 lbs. constantly Physical Demands C = Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.F = Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.O = Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.R = Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.N = Never- Never occurs. Standing Standing Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Sitting Sitting Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Walking Walking Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Lifting Lifting Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Lifting Amount Lifting Amount Exerting up to 20 to 50 lbs Carrying Carrying Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Carrying Weight Carrying Weight Exerting up to 20 to 50 lbs Pushing/Pulling Pushing/Pulling Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Pushing/Pulling Weight Pushing/Pulling Weight Exerting up to 20 to 50 lbs Reaching Reaching Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Handling Handling Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Fine Dexterity Fine Dexterity Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Kneeling Kneeling Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. Crouching Crouching Bending Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Twisting Twisting N = Never Climbing Vision Vision Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Hearing Hearing Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Talking Talking Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Foot Controls Foot Controls Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids Used Pneumatic tools and machines, hydraulic and manual shears, screen printing equipment, small hand tools, box cutters, X-Acto knives, Specialized shop equipment and machines, vinyl plotter cutter, and printers; Federal, state, and local code books; MUTCD and Virginia Work Area Protection Manuals; computers; shovels, breaker bar, pickaxe, small to heavy trucks, key boards, and handheld palm units; Forklifts, pallet jack, hand truck, and shop equipment related to sign fabrication; Maximo Inventory software. Protective Equipment Required Health and Safety D = DailyW = Several Times Per WeekM = Several Times Per MonthS = SeasonallyN = Never Mechanical Hazards Mechanical Hazards D = Daily Chemical Hazards Chemical Hazards W = Several Times Per Week Electrical Hazards Electrical Hazards D = Daily Fire Hazards Fire Hazards N = Never Explosives Explosives N = Never Communicable Diseases Communicable Diseases S = Seasonally Physical Danger or Abuse Physical Danger or Abuse N = Never Other If Other, Description D = DailyW = Several Times Per WeekM = Several Times Per MonthS = SeasonallyN = Never Dirt and Dust Dirt and Dust D = Daily Extreme Temperatures Extreme Temperatures N = Never Noise and Vibration Noise and Vibration D = Daily Fumes and Odors Fumes and Odors D = Daily Wetness/Humidity Wetness/Humidity N = Never Darkness or Poor Lighting Darkness or Poor Lighting N = Never Primary Work Location Primary Work Location Shop Non-Physical Demands C = Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.F = Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.O = Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.R = Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.N = Never- Never occurs. Time Pressures Time Pressures Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Emergency Situations Emergency Situations Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Frequent Change of Tasks Frequent Change of Tasks Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Irregular Work Schedule/Overtime Irregular Work Schedule/Overtime Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Performing Multiple Tasks Simultanously Performing Multiple Tasks Simultanously Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Working Closely with Others as Part of a Team Working Closely with Others as Part of a Team Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Tedious or Exacting Work Tedious or Exacting Work Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Noisy/Distracting Environment Noisy/Distracting Environment N = Never Other If Other, Description Can anyone assist the employee in performing the primary tasks assigned to this position? If yes, identify the eligible task(s) Professional References Professional References Please provide contact information for professional references. Minimum Requests 0 Maximum Requests 4 Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * Do you possess a valid driver's license and a driving record that is in compliance with the City's Driving Standards? Please review position requirements for details. Yes No #J-18808-Ljbffr City of Chesapeake Virginia