Job Description
Arrow Concrete & Asphalt Specialties is seeking Road Construction Pavement Striping Technicians to become part of our Highway Striping Team. We are a busy construction firm and are looking to hire dedicated Pavement Marking (Striping) Technicians. You will be responsible for a variety of tasks associated with the maintenance and installation of traffic stripes, pavement markings, traffic signs and traffic control related appurtenances.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Drive, operate and maintain paint/thermoplastic equipment for application on parking areas, highways, roadways, airport runways, etc.
- Performance check of various components of pavement marking equipment including air compressor, auxiliary engines, pumps, heaters, hydraulic systems, paint/thermoplastic/air/water and hydraulic lines, striping guns, etc.
- Ability to troubleshoot equipment failures and report unresolved problems
- Ability to operate optical sight or mechanical pointer, lasers and cameras to guide striper on previously painted lines.
- Read, interpret and follow blue prints, drawings and specifications as required to layout unmarked areas of pavement markings
- Perform arithmetic calculations
- Operate and maintain an airless walk behind paint striper to apply various pavement markings
- Drive, operate and maintain stripe removal equipment by shot blasting or grinding the removal of existing stripes and pavement markings
- Drive, operate and maintain sweeper truck, ride-on sweeper and vacuum equipment for dusty and debris removal
- Drive, operate and maintain thermoplastic striper truck, pavement marker truck and equipment, and pressurized paint striping equipment etc.
- Operate and assist in the operation of vehicles, trailers and equipment, to include backup driving operations
- Perform manual labor including the use of hand tools and various other equipment
- Perform and complete all work in compliance with DOT and quality guidelines, while maximizing production.
- Adhere to all safety policies and procedures.
- Complete pre-trip and post-trip inspection forms, and ensure equipment is in working order.
- Properly load material on trucks.
- Maintain proper safety equipment and uniform required for each job.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Self-starter with a strong work ethic.
- Previous experience in pavement marking, highway construction, asphalt paving, or a related field, is a plus.
- Must pass pre-employment background checks for criminal record, driving record, and controlled substance/drug testing.
- Must have a valid driver’s license and good driving record, a CDL license is preferred.
- Knowledge of local, state, and federal driving rules and regulations.
- Required: Pass a DOT physical and drug test (ability to remain drug free throughout employment)
- Carry out simple arithmetic functions.
- Demonstrate mechanical aptitude and experience working with mechanics.
- Knowledge and ability to adapt to the latest technology, including smart phones and applications.
- Ability to adjust to changing work schedule.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Regularly lift and move up to 50 pounds to 100 pounds.
- Occasionally lift and move more than 100 pounds.
- Regular exposure to outside weather conditions, moving equipment and machinery parts, moving traffic, fumes, and airborne particles.
- Noise level of the work environment is moderate to loud.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Job functions are carried out in difficult and frequently hazardous working environments, to include extreme temperatures, extensive direct sunlight, night work, heavy traffic situations.
- Exposure to noise at moderate levels
- Frequent exposure to paint, thermoplastic, paint fumes, thermoplastic fumes, bituminous adhesive, chemicals, chemical fumes and other environmental substances
- Continuous strenuous activities such as repetitive reaching, bending, lifting, twisting, kneeling, squatting and pulling, prolonged periods of standing and walking, operating motorized equipment and vehicles
- Essential job function requires maintaining physical conditions necessary for light to heavy lifting and moving equipment
- Frequently lifting to 50lbs and occasional lifting up to 100lbs
- Require fine manual dexterity skills for machinery operation, joysticks, knobs, buttons, handles, toggle and rocker switches
AVAILABILITY:
- Monday – Friday.
- Must be able to work some nights and weekends.
- Must be able to work overtime.
- Must be able to travel when necessary.
BENEFITS:
- Health Insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Voluntary Group Life
- Paid Holidays
- 401k
You will be trained to operate different types of equipment, including:
Thermoplastic Truck, Paint Truck, Hand Machines, Hand Grinder, Forklift,
3M Hand-Tape Machine, 3M Adhesive Applicator and Hand Roller Tamper
Cart.
Job Type: Seasonal, Non-Exempt
Arrow is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Type: Other
Pay: $26.00 to $30.00 per HOUR
Expires: 06/12/2023
About
Arrow Construction Supply
Arrow Family of Companies is a group of companies offering supplies, equipment rentals, road products construction, concrete and asphalt, striping, and road signs.