Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $29.97 - $38.97
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
On-call
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Disability insurance
Employee assistance program
Life insurance
Job Description
The Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority (MWAA) is a pivotal organization responsible for the management, operation, and maintenance of two major airports in the National Capital Region: Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) and Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). As an entity committed to excellence in public service, MWAA ensures the safety, efficiency, and aesthetic quality of these critical transportation hubs, supporting millions of passengers annually. The Authority operates with a focus on innovation, sustainability, and customer service, and it employs a diverse workforce dedicated to maintaining high standards of airport infrastructure and services.
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Job Requirements
- High school diploma or GED
- Four years of relevant sign making experience
- Journey level proficiency in sign making trade
- Skill in computer software related to sign making
- Ability to operate sign-making tools and measuring instruments
- Knowledge of safety rules and procedures
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints and schematics
- Effective communication skills
- State driver’s license in good standing
- Class B CDL within 90 days of hire for DCA employees
- Ability to perform moderate to heavy physical work including lifting up to 50 pounds
- Willingness to work at heights and in various physical positions
- Ability to wear personal protective gear
- Availability for hold-over and recall for emergency services
- Subject to background security investigation
Job Qualifications
- Four years of progressively responsible experience in sign making trades
- Journey level knowledge of and skill in sign making to design, layout, and produce signs
- Skill in using computer for sign layout and lettering
- Skill in using sign-making equipment, software, and tools
- Skill in operating precision metal handling equipment to meet fabrication and installation requirements
- Ability to analyze data and information including blueprints and schematics
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects
- Knowledge of safety rules, regulations, and procedures
- Ability to communicate effectively in writing and speaking
- Skill in computerized work order and time attendance systems
- Knowledge of federal and state requirements for regulatory signs (preferred, IAD only)
- Knowledge of striping procedures and equipment (preferred, IAD only)
Job Duties
- Designs and fabricates informational and regulatory signs and markings for airport buildings, offices, equipment, vehicles, roadways and grounds
- Uses various graphic arts and sign-making equipment, including design software, RIPs, large-format printers and plotters, laser engravers, and various finishing hand tools for preparation of signs
- Designs, lays out, and fabricates signs based on work orders, specifications, drawings, or oral instructions
- Determines style, dimensions, letter size, color, spacing, margins, grammar, and abbreviations to achieve clarity, a pleasing effect, and good eye appeal
- Fabricates traffic signs and stencils for roadway markings in accordance with federal and state regulatory specifications
- Produces completed lettering using a sign-making computer for application to sign surfaces
- Maintains inventory of materials, assesses stock levels, and contacts vendors to obtain price information
- Assigns tasks and provides instruction to Structures employees assigned to sign work
- Cleans work area, tools, and equipment on completion of assignments
- May paint or assist in painting interiors and exteriors of airport structures, roads, runways, and equipment (IAD only)
- May assist in vehicle repair and painting and special projects (IAD only)
- Performs other duties as assigned
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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