Pavement Markings Technician

Highway Signing Inc.; Council Bluffs (IA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

Paid Training

Bonus based on performance

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Highway Signing Inc. in Council Bluffs, IA seeks a Pavement Markings Technician to install roadway markings on highways, city streets, airports, and parking lots. You’ll work with polyurea, epoxy, and thermoplastic materials, operate striping trucks and related equipment, and prepare surfaces according to DOT specs.

This role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and quality workmanship. The company offers competitive pay, overtime, health and retirement benefits, paid training, and opportunities for

Qualifications

• Experience in pavement markings or road construction preferred but training is provided.
• Valid driver's license required.
• CDL driving is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Install pavement markings using polyurea, epoxy, thermoplastic, and other materials.
• Operate striping trucks, walk-behind stripers, grinders, and related equipment.
• Prepare road surfaces by cleaning, grinding, and removing existing markings.
• Measure and layout pavement markings per project plans and DOT specs.
• Set up and remove traffic control devices per MUTCD standards.
• Load, unload, and maintain tools, equipment, and materials.
• Perform daily equipment inspections and basic preventative maintenance.
• Follow all safety policies while working around live traffic.
• Collaborate with crew to complete projects efficiently and safely.

Skills

Pavement markings

Traffic control

Heavy equipment operation

CDL driving

Tools

Striping equipment

Job description

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Training & development
• Vision insurance
• Wellness resources
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Bonus based on performance
• Company parties
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Free food & snacks
• Tuition assistance

As a Pavement Markings Technician, you'll help install roadway striping and markings on highways, city streets, county roads, airports, parking lots, and other traffic surfaces. Safety, teamwork, and quality workmanship are at the core of everything we do.

What You'll Do

• Install pavement markings using polyurea, epoxy, thermoplastic, and other specialized materials.
• Operate striping trucks, walk-behind stripers, grinders, water blasters, and related equipment.
• Prepare road surfaces by cleaning, grinding, and removing existing pavement markings.
• Measure and layout pavement markings according to project plans and DOT specifications.
• Set up and remove traffic control devices in accordance with MUTCD standards.
• Load, unload, and maintain tools, equipment, and materials.
• Perform daily equipment inspections and basic preventative maintenance.
• Follow all company safety policies and procedures while working around live traffic.
• Work collaboratively with crew members to complete projects efficiently and safely.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in pavement markings, road construction, traffic control, asphalt, concrete, or general construction is preferred but not required. We are willing to train motivated individuals.
• Valid driver's license required.
• CDL Class A or B is preferred but not required.
• Ability to lift 50+ pounds regularly.
• Ability to stand, bend, kneel, and work in physically demanding conditions.
• Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Willingness to travel to job sites throughout Iowa, Nebraska, and surrounding areas.
• Ability to work nights, weekends, and overtime during the construction season.
• Strong work ethic, positive attitude, and commitment to safety.

Why Join Highway Signing?

• Competitive hourly pay based on experience
• Overtime available throughout the season
• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off (when eligible)
• Paid Training
• Career advancement opportunities
• Modern equipment and experienced leadership
• Stable company with a strong reputation in the traffic safety industry

Preferred Experience

Experience in any of the following is a plus:

• Pavement Markings
• Traffic Control
• Road Construction
• Heavy Equipment Operation
• Asphalt or Concrete Construction
• CDL Driving
• Commercial Construction
• Public Works
• Striping Equipment
• DOT or Highway Construction

Schedule

• Full-time
• Seasonal
• Day, Night & Weekend Work
• Overtime Available