Signs & Markings Technician I

Signs & Markings Technician I

Location

Streets Division, 265 Operations Center Drive, Wilmington, NC

Job Type

Full Time-Regular

Job Number

FY27-00061

Department

Transportation

Opening Date

10/26/2026

Closing Date

11/5/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Post-Offer Required Pre-Employment Screenings

Driving History Check

Criminal History Check

Education Verification

Approved Hiring Salary/Range

$21.91 - $27.94

Full Salary Range

$21.91 - $33.96

Working Hours

M-F 6:00AM-2:30PM

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The City of Wilmington is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Position Description

One City. One Team. Leading the Way to Safer Streets.

Use your technical skills and leadership to help keep Wilmington's streets safe, organized, and moving. As a Signs & Markings Technician I, the purpose of this position is to install, repair, and maintain City passive traffic control devices, including traffic signs, pavement markings and delineation devices. This is accomplished by operating maintenance equipment, cleaning equipment, sizing signs, collecting work orders, coordinating work, evaluating sites to identify needs, maintaining records, installing pavement, marking and signs, determining if signs need to be replaced or cleaned, and evaluating sign layout. Other duties include worksite setup, work zone safety, traffic control, hazard awareness, assisting other crews and divisions.

Typical Tasks

Assists with the maintenance and repair of City traffic signs and devices by installing signs, retrieving signs for work orders, loading signs, digging holes, mounting posts and securing sign in ground, cleaning and replacing damaged signs, assisting in identifying areas in need of better traffic signs and markings, and operating tools and equipment.

Marks pavement by determining amounts of materials and equipment needed for project, measuring and laying out areas from blueprints, preparing thermoplastic machine, determining road hazards, and cleaning and maintaining machinery and tools.

Sets up work zones by setting up necessary signs and cones to ensure traffic has ample time to react to work zone messages.

Assists with public relations by giving directions to the public, informing public of new signage, answering questions or concerns, and directing citizens to proper department or agency.

Qualifications

Education & Experience:

High School Diploma or GED and 1 year of relevant experience in construction, traffic signs, pavement marking, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Other Requirements:

Must be able to obtain and maintain NCDOT-approved Work Zone Traffic Control Flagger Certification within 90 days of hire.

Valid Driver's License

Supplemental Information

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Exerts over 100 lbs. occasionally, 50-100 lbs. frequently, or up to 20-50 lbs. constantly.

WORKING CONDITIONS: This position generally requires work to be performed both outdoors and in a shop setting.

Our Core Values:

INCLUSION | COLLABORATION | CREATIVITY | ACCOUNTABILITY

Our Mission Statement: Through forward-thinking policies and responsible stewardship, we are creating a better city every day with excellent core services and quality of life for all.

What we offer:

The City of Wilmington believes that employees are one of our most important resources. We offer an excellent salary and competitive benefits package to serve the needs of our employees and their families. Our benefits package includes:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance + many other insurance options
• Excellent retirement benefits, including a city provided 4.5% contribution each pay period into a 401(k) account and automatic enrollment into the North Carolina Local Government Employees' Retirement System
• Employer-paid health & wellness clinic
• Free on-site city gym access
• Paid sick and vacation leave + 13 paid holidays per year
• 6-weeks paid parental leave
• Paid volunteer & blood donation leave to give back to our community
• Flex schedule and telework availability, depending on your position
• Professional development trainings & leadership initiatives
• Tuition assistance benefits

Applicant Status Updates: After the closing date for this position, applications will be screened by Human Resources. Applicants who meet the minimum and/or preferred qualifications will be referred over to the hiring department. All updates regarding an application can be viewed through your applicant portal.

Health Benefits are offered to employees working at least 30 hours per week.

Health Insurance - The City offers two options for health coverage: a standard PPO plan and a High Deductible Health Plan with an associated Health Savings Account. Coverage becomes effective the first day of the month following hire for employees and their eligible dependents. Both you and the City contribute to the overall cost of coverage.

Dental Insurance - Coverage becomes effective the first day of the month following hire. Employees, their spouse and dependent children are eligible for coverage.

Life Insurance - The city pays to provide coverage valued at one times your annual salary. Supplemental insurance is available for employees to purchase. Optional coverage for dependents is also available for purchase.

Retirement:

• NC Local Government Retirement System - All benefits eligible employees make a mandatory 6% contribution every pay period.
• Deferred Compensation - The city contributes an amount equal to 4.5% of the annual salary to a 401(k) plan regardless of employee contribution. Employees may choose to contribute additional money to the 401(k) or 457 deferred compensation plans, without a match from the City, within the IRS guidelines.

Paid Leave (offered to employees working at least 1,000 hours annually*):

• Sick Leave - 12 days accrued each year
• Annual Leave - Accrual based on years of service and classification. Employees can earn from 10 to 24 days each year.
• Holidays - 13 paid holidays annually
• Paid Parental Leave - Six weeks of paid leave for the birth, adoption or placement of a child (must run concurrently with FMLA).
• Part-Time Employees will earn paid leave benefits on a pro-rated basis.

Miscellaneous:

• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Cancer & Critical Illness
• Accident Insurance
• Whole Life Insurance
• Credit Union membership
• Access to City Fitness Center

Note: The City of Wilmington is on a bi-weekly pay cycle. New employees should expect to receive their first paycheck approximately 4 weeks after their start date.

This is intended to be a brief overview of the benefits offered. Please visit our website at https://www.wilmingtonnc.gov/Government/Departments-Divisions/Human-Resources/Benefits for more information.

01

Please acknowledge that you agree to fully complete all required sections of the application, including work experience, education, and the supplemental questionnaire; and that your responses are truthful and complete and can be verified within your application. Unacceptable response : entering "N/A or "See Resume/Application" does not qualify as an acceptable response and may disqualify you from moving forward.

• Yes

02

The City of Wilmington participates in e-Verify. Can you provide proof of your authorization to work in the U.S. without sponsorship?

• Yes
• No

03

Do you have a valid US Drivers License?

• Yes
• No

04

How many relevant years of experience do you have in construction, traffic signs, pavement marking, roadway maintenance, or a closely related field?

• I have no experience
• less than 1 year
• 1 year to less than 3 years
• 3 years to less than 5 years
• 5 years to less than 10 years
• 10 years or more

05

Please identify the company/agency/organization where you gained the experience described in question #4 and provide a brief summary. Note: These employers must be listed in the work history section on your employment application to receive credit. Entering "N/A or "See Resume/Application" does not qualify as an acceptable response.

06

Which best describes your highest level of education?

• High School Diploma or GED
• Vocational/Technical Training or Certificate
• Some College
• Associates Degree
• Bachelors Degree
• Masters Degree
• Doctorate Degree
• None - N/A

07

Are you willing and able to obtain and maintain NCDOT-approved Work Zone Traffic Control Flagger Certification within 90 days of hire?

• Yes
• No

08

Are you able to perform the essential physical functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation?

• Yes
• No

09

The hiring salary for the position is provided in the job posting. Salary determination is supported by budget availability and qualifications of the candidate compared to internal equity. Please acknowledge that you understand this process.

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer City of Wilmington

Address PO Box 1810

929 N. Front Street, 11th Floor

Wilmington, North Carolina, 28401

Phone 910-341-7840

Website http://www.wilmingtonnc.gov/jobs