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Sign Painter

Wayne County Airport Authority
Detroit, MI Full Time
POSTED ON 3/2/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/1/2026

Sign Painter


Payroll Title
SIGN PAINTER

THIS POSITION IS REPRESENTED BY A UNION – AFSCME Local 953

Pay Grade – FLAT RATE

Annual Compensation ($84,018):  paid on a bi-weekly basis. Individual pay is determined by the applicable CBA and related articles.

A Brief Overview
Under the general supervision, the Sign Painter designs, creates, fabricates, and installs signs and banners in accordance with industry standards.

What you will do

  • Reviews work orders to determine type of sign to be made, resources to be used and project specifications. Conducts inspections or site visits to determine specific needs.
  • Designs and fabricates signs based on need, standards/code requirements.
  • Creates ADA compliant signs (braille and raised text) based on current standards and codes.
  • Creates roadway signage using the standards in the Uniform Traffic Control Devices for Roadway Signs manual.
  • Creates airport/airfield signs in accordance with FAR Part 139 Regulations and other industry standards.
  • Works with tools, materials and equipment of the sign making trade, including but not limited to: computers, or other electronic equipment (laptop, tablet, IPAD), format printer, Gerber printer, laminator, engraver, vinyl cutter/plotter and small power tools etc.
  • Coordinates installation of signs, banners, and promotional materials in conjunction with the Sign Shop Supervisor and other WCAA personnel needed to perform the tasks.
  • Assists Sign Shop Supervisor in determining what materials and equipment are needed to complete projects and to keep in stock.
  • Selects the appropriate materials for signage, including but not limited to substrate, lettering, reflective, coatings, etc.
  • Utilize ladders or operate man lifts to install and hang signs and banners.
  • Performs other similar and related duties as required or directed.

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or Certificate of High School Equivalency AND
  • 4 or more years of sign painting/making experience, including operating vinyl cutter/plotter and applying vinyl graphics to various substrates and vehicles. Should be knowledgeable of techniques and materials used in fabrication of signs to achieve a professional appearance and in accordance with industry standards.
  • Signage Production Systems/Software proficient in computer software for sign production such as: Flexi Sign Pro and vision Pro 8. Also needs to be proficient in wide format printing. -Proficient
  • Valid Driver's License and a safe, acceptable driving record.

Supervisory Responsibilities
Individual Contributor

  • Is guided by standard operating procedures, good practice, established precedents and understands what results or standards are to be achieved. Someone is generally available for reference and work may be checked on a sample/random basis.
  • 3-5 Years: Moderate previous experience required in the same or similar previous positions. The job requires a working understanding of common techniques, methods, practices, procedures, use of forms, routines, etc., of an intermediate nature in order to enter or begin performing the job
  • Very general supervision: Finished work is reviewed for accuracy and quality. Unfamiliar situations are referred to the supervisor
  • Work is performed in accordance with established procedures and well-defined standard practices involving some freedom to select which methods are applicable in any given situation. Job tasks are generally standardized with choice of action within limits defined by standard/accepted data, information and procedures

Special Conditions
Must maintain the ability to qualify for a security ID badge.

Selection Process

The selection process will be comprised of:

  • A pass/fail assessment of sign layout and assembly skills.
  • An oral interview.

The Wayne County Airport Authority is committed to provide an equal opportunity for employment, free from discrimination, prejudice, and bias. As part of this commitment, the Wayne County Airport Authority will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact humanresources@wcaa.us or (734) 942-3775

Salary : $84,018

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