Pavement Marking Laborer

Forward Traffic & Marking•Madison, WI

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Forward Traffic & Marking is seeking a dedicated and skilled Pavement Marking Laborer to support our road construction projects across Wisconsin. By joining our team, you'll become part of a company that places a strong emphasis on safety, quality work, and continuous improvement. If you're looking for a hands-on role within a company that values its employees, this is the opportunity for you. ABOUT FORWARD TRAFFIC & MARKING Forward Traffic & Marking provides traffic control and pavement marking services throughout Wisconsin. We are committed to delivering outstanding road construction projects that improve our communities and infrastructure. Our company operates on core values of Excellence, Dependability, Honesty, Teamwork, and Safety. These principles guide every aspect of our work and ensure client satisfaction. At Forward Traffic & Marking, we believe that the best service comes from the best people. A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A PAVEMENT MARKING LABORER As a Pavement Marking Laborer, your role will be essential in assisting with the execution of pavement marking tasks across a variety of road construction environments. You will help lift, carry, load, and unload materials like pavement marking materials, signs, barricades, and barrels. You will prepare and clean the work areas before and after pavement markings are applied, ensuring the job site is safe and organized. Additionally, you will assist with the installation, repair, and maintenance of various pavement markings, including epoxy striping, thermoplastic, MMA, and permanent tape. Your role will also involve operating hand grinders to remove old markings, interpreting engineering plans related to pavement marking, and supporting the layout of roadways for marking. You'll be working closely with your supervisor to ensure the proper procedures are followed and that the project progresses as scheduled. You will help maintain equipment and vehicles, ensuring they are cleaned and in good working order before each job. This may include transporting materials and equipment to and from job sites as needed. You will also be responsible for keeping accurate job logs and returning them to your supervisor daily, ensuring that all tasks are completed within time constraints. Communication with the direct supervisor is key to ensuring they are informed on the project's progress and that all company policies are followed.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Ability to obtain a Class B CDL license within 12 months of employment
Ability to obtain any necessary Hazmat and Tanker endorsements
Maintain a clean driving record
Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds repetitively
Perform physical tasks such as reaching overhead, bending, kneeling, and twisting
Comfortable working in outdoor environments and extreme weather conditions
Ability to walk long distances and drive for extended periods of time
Flexibility to work varying shifts, including nights, weekends, and travel overnight for extended periods
Willingness to work in a potentially hazardous environment near traffic
Strong communication skills
Ability to collaborate effectively within a team
Ability to read and write clearly and legibly

Responsibilities

Assist with the execution of pavement marking tasks
Lift, carry, load, and unload materials such as pavement marking materials, signs, barricades, and barrels
Prepare and clean work areas before and after pavement markings are applied
Assist with the installation, repair, and maintenance of various pavement markings, including epoxy striping, thermoplastic, MMA, and permanent tape
Operate hand grinders to remove old markings
Interpret engineering plans related to pavement marking
Support the layout of roadways for marking
Work closely with supervisor to ensure proper procedures are followed and project progresses as scheduled
Maintain equipment and vehicles, ensuring they are cleaned and in good working order
Transport materials and equipment to and from job sites
Keep accurate job logs and return them to supervisor daily
Ensure all tasks are completed within time constraints
Communicate with direct supervisor regarding project progress and adherence to company policies