Rumble Strip Equipment Operator / Foreman

Surface Preparation Technologies, LLC; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Referral program

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Surface Preparation Technologies, LLC is seeking a Rumble Strip Equipment Operator / Foreman to safely operate rumble strip milling equipment and lead a field crew across highways and secondary roadways in the United States.

The role requires coordinating daily activities with customers and state officials, ensuring DOT compliance, reviewing plans, and maintaining production schedules while mentoring crew members and upholding safety standards.

Qualifications

• Experience as equipment operator or operating heavy construction equipment.
• Leadership or crew supervisory experience.
• Samsara experience a plus.
• Highway construction or rumble strip installation experience preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans, specifications, and contract documents.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to travel extensively throughout the United States.
• Ability to work extended hours, nights, weekends, and overtime as project schedules require.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate rumble strip milling equipment to install rumble strips on highways and roads.
• Lead and supervise a field crew, assign daily tasks and ensure safety and efficiency.
• Review project plans, specs, and contract requirements to ensure DOT compliance.
• Meet with contractors, inspectors, and state officials to coordinate activities.
• Maintain daily schedules to meet production goals and deadlines.
• Monitor production and keep accurate reports, logs, and documentation.
• Troubleshoot equipment and coordinate repairs or maintenance.
• Inspect equipment daily and report maintenance needs.

Skills

Leadership

Read construction plans

Communication

Problem solving

Independent work

CDL Class B

Tools

Samsara

Job description

Do you enjoy working outdoors, operating heavy equipment, and leading a team? We are looking for a dependable and motivated Rumble Strip Equipment Operator / Foreman to safely operate specialized equipment used to install rumble strips on interstate highways and secondary roadways throughout the United States.

This is a hands‑on leadership position responsible for operating equipment, coordinating daily job activities, communicating with customers and state officials, and ensuring projects are completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with contract specifications.

Essential Responsibilities

• Safely operate specialized rumble strip milling equipment to install rumble strips on highways, interstates, and secondary roadways.
• Lead and supervise a field crew, assign daily responsibilities, and ensure work is completed safely and efficiently.
• Review project plans, specifications, and contract requirements to ensure compliance with DOT standards.
• Meet with contractors, inspectors, and state officials to coordinate project activities and address job site concerns.
• Maintain daily work schedules to meet production goals and project deadlines.
• Monitor production and maintain accurate daily production reports, equipment logs, and job documentation.
• Troubleshoot equipment or operational issues and coordinate necessary repairs or maintenance.
• Conduct daily inspections of equipment and vehicles, identifying maintenance needs and reporting concerns promptly.
• Ensure all crew members follow company safety policies, DOT regulations, and safe work practices.
• Verify employee time records are accurate and submitted on time.
• Coordinate travel, job site logistics, and equipment readiness.
• Train and mentor crew members on equipment operation, safety procedures, and company expectations.
• Communicate effectively with operations management regarding project progress, production, and scheduling.
• Assist with other field operations as needed to ensure successful project completion.
• All other duties assigned.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as an equipment operator or operating heavy construction equipment required.
• Leadership or crew supervisory experience preferred.
• Samsara experience a plus.
• Highway construction or rumble strip installation experience strongly preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans, specifications, and contract documents.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and make sound decisions in the field.
• Valid CDL Class B (minimum) required. Valid CDL Class A is a plus.
• Willingness to travel extensively throughout the United States.
• Ability to work extended hours, nights, weekends, and overtime as project schedules require.

Physical Requirements

• Frequently stand, walk, bend, kneel, climb, and lift up to 75 pounds.
• Work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to safely climb on and around heavy equipment.
• Maintain alertness while operating equipment for extended periods.

SPT offers competitive benefits including medical/dental/vision, 401k match, paid time off/holidays, and more!

SPT is an Equal Opportunity Employer. SPT does not discriminate based on race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non‑qualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Company provided Life insurance.
• Paid time off and paid Holidays
• Referral program
• Employee assistance program

Surface Preparation Technologies, LLC (the "Company") may order a "consumer report" (a background report) or "investigative consumer report" on you in connection with your employment application, and if you are hired, or if you already work for the Company, may order additional background reports on you for employment purposes, to the maximum extent permitted by applicable law. The background check company, Continental Screening Services, will prepare the background report for the Company. The background report may contain information concerning your character, general reputation, personal characteristics, mode of living, criminal history, and credit standing. An "investigative consumer report" is a background report that includes information from personal interviews. Information may be obtained from private and public sources and for investigative consumer reports from personal interviews as noted above.

The Company may require you to complete a drug screening test and/or physical on you in connection with your employment application. Continental Screening Services will supply drug screening and physical reports to the Company.

You may request more information about the nature and scope of an investigative consumer report, if any, by contacting the Company.