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Job Description
Pavement Marking Technician Elk Grove, CA 95624 $25.90 - $43.10 an hour - Full-time $25.90 - $43.10 an hour - Full-time Overview Join our dynamic team as a Pavement Marking Technician and play a vital role in ensuring safe, clear, and durable roadway markings. This energetic position involves operating heavy equipment and performing precise pavement marking tasks that directly impact traffic safety and road efficiency. If you thrive in outdoor construction environments, enjoy working with your hands, and have a passion for infrastructure development, this opportunity is perfect for you! We are committed to providing paid positions that foster skill development and career growth.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
(Essential functions may include, but are not limited to the functions listed below) Drive, operate and maintain paint/thermoplastic equipment for application on parking areas, playground areas, highways, roadways, airport runways and taxiways. Check performance of the various components of various pavement marking equipment including air compressor, auxiliary engines, pumps, heaters, hydraulic systems, paint/thermoplastic/air/water and hydraulic lines, striping guns, reflective bead guns and electronic timers: troubleshoot equipment failures and report unresolved problems to assigned staff. Employ optical sight or mechanical pointer, lasers and cameras to guide striper on previously painted lines, marks, or new layout for the purpose of painting center lines, lane lines, edge lines, gore lines. Read, interpret and follow blue prints, drawings and specifications as required to lay-out unmarked various traffic stripes and pavement markings. Perform arithmetic calculations. Operate and maintain an airless walk behind paint striper to apply various traffic stripes and pavement markings. Operate and maintain walk behind hot (400+ degrees) thermoplastic equipment for the application of various traffic stripes and pavement markings. Drive, operate and maintain stripe removal equipment by shot blasting or grinding for the removal of existing traffic stripes, pavement markings and pavement markers. Drive, operate and maintain sweeper truck, ride-on sweeper and vacuum equipment for the removal of fugitive dust and debris. Drive, operate and maintain pavement marker truck and equipment for applying hot (400+ degree) bituminous adhesive for pavement marker application. Drive, operate and maintain pressurized paint striping equipment for the application of various traffic stripes and pavement markings. Drive, operate and maintain hot (400+ degree) thermoplastic striper truck for the application of various traffic stripes and pavement markings. Operates and assists in the operation of vehicles, trailers and equipment, to include backup driving operations. Assists in installing and repairing of street signs, traffic signs, timber barricade, Survey monuments, concrete wheel stops, channelizing devices and other roadway appurtenances. Perform manual labor, including the use of hand tools and operate various equipment; drive utility trucks on a daily basis; load and unload equipment, supplies and materials. Assist in the installation and removal of traffic control operations. Perform daily equipment and vehicle inspections as required. Maintains daily driving log and other records as directed and required. Perform other job related duties as directed. Skills Experience operating heavy machinery such as dozers, loaders, backhoes, graders, front loader trucks, and dump trucks. Knowledge of pavement marking techniques and materials. Construction site experience with a focus on roadway or infrastructure projects. Ability to accurately locate underground utilities using specialized tools and techniques. Strong understanding of safety procedures related to heavy equipment operation and construction environments. Basic skills in paving processes and general construction practices. Join us in building safer roads while advancing your skills in heavy equipment operation! This role offers an engaging work environment where your expertise makes a tangible difference in community safety and infrastructure quality. We value energetic individuals eager to contribute to meaningful projects through dedicated craftsmanship and teamwork!
Pay:
$25.90 - $43.10 per hour
Benefits:
Opportunities for advancement Safety equipment provided Union benefits
