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.

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

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.

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

Job Open Date 09/24/2026

Job Close Date 10/24/2026

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…