Line Striper-Pavement Marking Technician

PLP Company; Bethel Park (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Union benefits (Healthcare, pension, &

CDL training & licensing

$5.00/hr night-shift differential

Referral & annual incentive bonuses

Company vehicle, lodging & per diem

Company cell phone

Job summary

PLP Co. in Bethel Park, PA, is seeking a Line Striper – Pavement Marking Technician to install and remove markings on roadways, parking lots, and airports using waterborne paint, epoxy, polyurea, and thermoplastic.

You will operate and maintain marking equipment, perform field measurements, and conduct traffic control per DOT guidelines. Evening and weekend shifts, travel for overnight stays, and union benefits accompany this full-time role; CDL training available and company cell phone provided.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; experience in pavement marking or highway construction is a plus.
• Valid driver's license with a clean record; CDL preferred.
• Must join Laborers Local Union #1058 and comply with PLP Co.'s safety and drug policies.
• Must obtain Flagging Certification or Traffic Control Technician Certification.
• Able to lift 50+ lbs and perform outdoor work in variable weather; supply own hand tools.
• Willing to work days, nights, weekends, and occasional travel; strong teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Layout and install pavement markings using waterborne paint, epoxy, polyurea, thermoplastic, and related materials.
• Operate and maintain pavement marking equipment, including daily inspections and maintenance.
• Calculate field measurements from engineered plans or aerial imagery and track quantities installed.
• Perform traffic control (flagging, lane closures) per DOT and safety guidelines.
• Load, unload, and drive company trucks to transport materials and equipment to job sites.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Teamwork

Safety-focused

Physical endurance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Line Striper – Pavement Marking Technician

PLP Co., a Frontline Road Safety Group company, is a premier pavement marking contractor based in Bethel Park, PA, installing and removing pavement markings in waterborne paint, epoxy, polyurea, thermoplastic, preformed plastic, and 3M tape on roadways, parking lots, and airports. Jobs are dispatched daily from Bethel Park. Shifts include long days, most weekends, and many nights during peak season (March–December).

Why You'll Love Working Here:

• Union benefits: healthcare, pension & training (Laborers Local #1058)
• Company-paid CDL training & licensing
• $5.00/hr. night-shift differential on prevailing wage time
• Referral & annual incentive bonuses
• Company vehicles, plus lodging & per diem for overnight travel
• Company cell phone provided

Job Responsibilities:

• Layout and install pavement markings on roadways, parking lots, and airports using waterborne paint, epoxy, polyurea, thermoplastic, and related materials.
• Operate and maintain pavement marking equipment (paint trucks, plural component trucks, thermoplastic units, grooving and water-blasting removal trucks), including daily inspections and preventative maintenance.
• Calculate field measurements from engineered plans and/or aerial imagery, and track quantities installed.
• Perform traffic control (flagging, lane closures) in compliance with DOT and safety guidelines.
• Load, unload, and drive company trucks to transport materials and equipment to job sites.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED required; previous experience in pavement marking, highway construction, or a related field is a plus.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record (no major violations in the last 5 years) required; CDL preferred.
• Must join Laborers Local Union #1058 and comply with PLP Co.'s Substance Abuse Policy and DOT Drug Control Program, including pre-employment and random testing.
• Must obtain Flagging Certification or Traffic Control Technician Certification.
• Mechanical aptitude and comfort with smartphones and workplace apps.
• Able to lift 50+ lbs. and perform physical work outdoors in variable weather conditions; must supply own hand tools.
• Willing to work days, nights, weekends, and occasional travel; strong teamwork and work ethic.

Key Competencies:

Honest, punctual, safety-focused, and a dependable team player with a strong work ethic and willingness to learn.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities, as needed.

Parking Lot Painting Company (PLP Co.) is an Equal Opportunity Employer.