- Professional
- Office in Charlotte
Close Date: Thursday, October 09, 2025 12:00 AM
Department: Transportation Department
Operations Support
Salary: $23.00 - $25.75 Commensurate with Experience
Welcome to the City of Charlotte
Charlotte is America’s Queen City, opening her arms to a diverse and inclusive community of residents, businesses and visitors alike. Here you will find a safe, family-oriented city where people work together to help everyone thrive. The mission of the City of Charlotte is to deliver quality public services and promote the safety, health, and quality of life for all residents.
Our guiding principles include:
Attracting and retaining a skilled and diverse workforce
Valuing teamwork, openness, accountability, productivity, and employee development
Providing all customers with courteous, responsive, accessible, and seamless quality services
Taking initiative to identify, analyze, and solve problems
Collaborating with stakeholders to make informed decisions
SUMMARY
This role involves direct supervision of a Sign Installation crew and oversight of all related job functions, The primary responsibility is to install and maintain ground-mounted traffic related and specialty signage throughout the City of Charlotte. The position operates in a fast paced, team-oriented environment, While the primary focus is on the Sign Installation section, the employee may also be assigned to assist with other sections or special projects as needed.
Major Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Perform direct daily supervision of sign crew activities including training, coaching, documenting, and providing performance reviews.
2. Perform routine maintenance on sign equipment and assets.
3. Complete an accurate daily record within the Work & Access Management system to document labor, equipment, and materials.
4. Interpret works orders, blueprints, sketches, and other related documents to complete work accurately.
5. Responsible for the installation and maintenance of Traffic Control signs.
6. Operate and maintain assets including but not limited to vehicle, specialized equipment, tools, and materials.
7. Set up temporary work zones and perform work in medians.
8. Follow oral and written instructions.
9. Work in a team environment.
10. Work in all weather conditions.
11. Perform related work as required.
Minimum Qualifications:
High school diploma or GED equivalent
One (1) year of experience in construction, traffic control, heavy equipment, sign equipment, or installation
One (1) year of supervisory experience
Valid Driver’s License
Ability to obtain City Driving Permit at time of hire
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with work hazards, safety precautions, and OSHA regulations preferred.
Computer experience preferred; including but not limited to typing, word documents, spreadsheets, and work order management system.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Ability to read and write.
Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
Ability to communicate effectively within a diverse workforce environment.
Ability to troubleshoot and solve problems related to the installation and maintenance of traffic signs with limited supervision from Field Operations Supervisor or Labor Crew Chief II.
Ability to perform heavy manual labor for extended periods, in all weather conditions.
Ability to use specialized equipment (i.e., sign post driver, sign post puller, various power tools) and hand tools used in traffic operations.
Ability to work as a team, and lead crew members on various task and projects.
Ability to read and interpret prints provided by traffic engineers.
Knowledge of methods, materials, tools and standard practices for the installation, operation and maintenance of traffic signal and supporting systems.
Knowledge on the MUTCD for traffic signs.
Knowledge of hazards and safety precautions involved with working in and around heavy vehicle traffic.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office products and Work & Access Management system.
Physical Requirements:
Bending
Walking (3 miles)
Shoveling (30 lbs.)
Carrying (20 ft., 75 lbs.)
Sitting
Standing
Twisting
Kneeling/Squatting
Pushing/Pulling
Reaching
Crawling
Climbing (10 ft.)
Lifting (3 ft., 100 lbs.)
Work in heights (up to 40 Ft)
Work outside exposed to all weather conditions, chemicals, fumes, solvents, dust, slippery/uneven surfaces, machinery, moving object/vehicles, and excessive noise.
May climb ladders, work on slippery and uneven surfaces, work in confined spaces, and use vibrating machinery or tools.
Work in traffic; walk in and around moving vehicles and equipment.
Work involves sitting periodically, including riding in vehicle, attending trainings and meetings, or during use of office equipment such as computer for administrative tasks.
Sensory Requirements:
Touch
Hearing
Vision (distance, near, and peripheral)
Depth perception
Color distinction
Smell
Work Environment:
Outdoor environment - working in various weather conditions.
In and around traffic.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
The City’s Background Check Policy requires background checks to be conducted on final internal or external candidate(s) applying for any position with the City of Charlotte. The type of information that will be collected as part of a background check includes, but is not limited to: reference checks, social security verification, education verification, criminal conviction record check, and, if applicable, a credit history check, sex offender registry and motor vehicle records check.
Background checks must be in compliance with all federal and state statutes, such as the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA). The checks must be consistent with the guidelines set forth by these laws requiring organizations to obtain a candidate’s written authorization before obtaining a criminal background report, motor vehicle records check or credit report; and to properly store and dispose of information derived from such reports.
Final candidates must pass a pre-employment drug-screening test and physical examination. During the selection process, candidates may be asked to take a skills test, and/or participate in other assessments.
The City of Charlotte is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, age, disability, sexual orientation, political affiliation or on the basis of actual or perceived gender as expressed through dress, appearance, or behavior.
Our culture is to serve the community honorably.
HOW TO APPLY
Apply online.
Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job.
You are welcome to visit the City of Charlotte Human Resources Department lobby, where self-service application kiosks are available. They are located in our office at 700 East 4th Street, Suite 200, Charlotte, NC 28202. We are open Monday through Friday, from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. (EST), excluding official City holidays.
For questions about your application or the hiring process, please email [email protected].
The City of Charlotte is committed to making our services and programs accessible to all. Upon request, auxiliary aids, written materials in alternate formats, language access, and other reasonable accommodations or modifications will be provided. To make a request, please fill out the Innovation & Technology ADA request form or call 704.336.4120.
BENEFITS
The City of Charlotte provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees.
Click here to learn more about the City of Charlotte’s benefits.
The City of Charlotte is a drug and alcohol-free workplace.
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