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Sign Shop Jobs in Portland, OR (NOW HIRING)

Journeyman Sign Service Tech GENERAL PURPOSE: Coordinates service activities concerned with installing sign equipment, investigating and resolving customer reports or observations of technical issues ...

Active demoing within the Murray's Cheese Shop, Deli and other areas. * Proactive customer service ... Comply with Murray's operations manual and ensuring consistently fully stocked, fresh, signed ...

Active demoing within the Murray's Cheese Shop, Deli and other areas. * Proactive customer service ... Comply with Murray's operations manual and ensuring consistently fully stocked, fresh, signed ...

Signs and Graphics Installer

Clackamas, OR · On-site

$19 - $24.75/hr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Prior sign experience is not needed. We will train the right person. A construction background is beneficial but not necessary. As an Installer, you'll play an important role in getting the finished ...

CHEESE SHOP/MURRAY'S CHEESE

Tualatin, OR · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • PTO

Active demoing within the Murray's Cheese Shop, Deli and other areas. * Proactive customer service ... Comply with Murray's operations manual and ensuring consistently fully stocked, fresh, signed ...

CNC Machinist

Portland, OR

$30 - $40/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

The person in this position will support a job shop specializing in large and intricate components weighing up to 100,000 lbs. Pay: $30-$40/hour +$1500 sign on bonus after 90 days of employment CNC ...

Automotive Technician - Competitive Pay + Sign-and-Stay Bonus Tired of the franchise red tape ... culture Modern shop systems and clear workflow The ability to work independently without ...

Automotive Technician - Competitive Pay + Sign-and-Stay Bonus Tired of the franchise red tape ... culture Modern shop systems and clear workflow The ability to work independently without ...

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How much do sign shop jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for sign shop in Portland, OR is $17.64, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.28 and $20.14 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the sign shop position, and why are they important?

To thrive in a Sign Shop, you need skills in sign design, fabrication, and installation, along with familiarity with relevant materials and production processes. Proficiency with design software such as Adobe Illustrator or CorelDRAW, sign-making equipment like large-format printers and vinyl cutters, and safety certifications for handling tools and installations are often necessary. Attention to detail, strong communication, and time management skills help ensure customer satisfaction and efficient workflow. These abilities are crucial for delivering custom signage that meets client specifications, adheres to deadlines, and upholds safety standards.

What is a sign shop?

A Sign Shop job involves designing, producing, and installing various types of signs for businesses, events, or public spaces. Employees may work with materials like vinyl, metal, or plastic and operate printing or cutting equipment. Responsibilities can include graphic design, fabrication, painting, and customer service. Some positions require technical skills, while others focus on sales or installation.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of someone working in a sign shop?

In a Sign Shop, your daily responsibilities can include consulting with clients on their signage needs, preparing digital designs, operating printers and cutters, assembling signs using various materials, and installing signs on-site when necessary. You'll often work as part of a team, collaborating closely with designers, installers, and sometimes sales staff to ensure smooth project delivery. The job can be hands-on and may require lifting or working with power tools, so being comfortable with physical work is important. Staying organized and multitasking are key, as you may handle multiple signage projects for different clients at once.

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Infographic showing various Sign Shop job openings in Portland, OR as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 93% Full Time, and 7% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $36,686 per year, or $17.6 per hour.

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Posted 25 days ago


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Job description

SUMMARY:

The Service Shop Manager is responsible for planning, managing, and reviewing production operations to achieve output and quality objectives. This role is responsible for hiring, training, and coaching a team of five or more shop employees.

JOB DUTIES

  • Leads a team of five or more shop employees performing skilled trades, lower level apprentice craft work, and operation of machines used in production processes. Typically has budget and hire/fire authority.

  • Develops and implements production schedules to ensure the effective use of labor, tools, and equipment; operating.

  • Provides coaching and feedback to shop employees.

  • Assigns and coordinates tasks based on workload.

  • Monitors performance metrics and allocates resources as necessary to ensure high quality service at optimal efficiency.

  • Ensures that processes and environmental conditions comply with local and national regulatory agencies, and the organization's safety standards.

  • Responsible for the installation, diagnostics, repair and support for products that are installed and operating at customers' location.

  • Maintains and promotes ISO and Motion Quality System as well as the Safety and Loss Prevention program.

  • Maintains a positive rapport with vendors, branch personnel and Motion specialists.

  • Evaluates, checks, and signs all completed items that leave the shop facility.

  • Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

  • Typically requires a high school diploma or GED

  • Ten (10) or more years of related experience or an equivalent combination.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES

  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.

  • Ability to manage, motivate and handle multitude of priorities daily.

  • Must be able to operate shop equipment safely.

  • Knowledge of various metals and measurements used in machining processes required.

  • Knowledge of machinist, CAD and/or CAM software required.

  • Knowledge of mathematics and its application required.

  • Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods required.

  • Knowledge of monitoring gauges, dials or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly required.

  • Ability to read hydraulic schematics.

  • Strong mechanical knowledge.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

  • The employees is regularly required to push/pull up to 50 pounds. T

  • he employees is regularly required to lift/carry up to 50 pounds as well as the ability to lift bulky objects.

  • The employee is regularly required to use neck rotation, trunk rotation, stair climbing, repetitive bending, kneeling, sustained squat, forward reaching, overhead reaching, reach and lift, ladder climb and carry, crawling.

  • Working conditions may be indoor and/or outdoor. Noise level may be loud at times.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:

  • 0-5 Direct Reports

  • 5-10 Direct Reports

BUDGET RESPONSIBILITY:

  • Yes

COMPANY INFORMATION:

Motion offers an excellent benefits package which includes options for healthcare coverage, 401(k), tuition, reimbursement, vacation, sick, and holiday pay.

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