Striping Equipment Operator

Trafcon, Inc.; Lincoln (NE); Hybrid; USD 27,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement Plans

PAID Holidays

Insurance Benefits

Wellness Program - with the ability to

PAID Time Off

On the Job Training

Job summary

Trafcon, Inc., based in Lincoln, Nebraska, is seeking an outdoor operations worker to operate and maintain striping equipment and related gear. The role involves travel within Nebraska and working 1–2 weeks at a time, with safety and attendance emphasized.

Starting wage is $24.00 per hour. Must have a high school diploma or GED, valid driver's license, and the ability to obtain a CDL within six months. Prior traffic control experience is a plus, and on-the-job training is provided.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Previous traffic control or related field preferred.
• Equivalent combination of education, training, and/or experience.

Responsibilities

• Safely load and unload Traffic Control Equipment according to department standards.
• Place traffic control devices correctly to assure traffic moves through construction and maintenance zones safely, duties may vary according to job assignment.
• Perform maintenance on Traffic Control equipment and inform management of any safety concerns or problems.
• Perform temporary and permanent striping per Traffic control plan.
• Read, understand, and follow Traffic Control plan, maps and records to assure that the Traffic Control equipment are in the proper positions on the project.
• Operate company equipment, such as bobcat and skidloader, and other vehicles.
• Work cooperatively and jointly to provide quality customer service.
• Frequently lift/move sandbags and other materials weighing between 25-75 pounds

Skills

Bobcat operation

Leadership skills

Safety awareness

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Company Background

Trafcon, Inc., an affiliated NEBCO Company, is based in Lincoln, Nebraska and has become one of the largest traffic control and pavement marking operations in the state. Trafcon manufactures and rents highway traffic control equipment including barricades, signs, warning lights, arrow boards, message panel boards, and other on-site equipment needed during the construction process. Trafcon’s services also include a road striping division and a sign manufacturing division. For more information, visit www.trafconinc.com .

NEBCO, Inc.

NEBCO’s story has been one of longevity, diversity and continued growth. NEBCO is a fourth-generation, family-owned and operated business, with more than 1,100 employees spanning 50 locations across Nebraska. Since 1908 NEBCO has grown to become one of Nebraska’s most diversified and successful privately-owned businesses. For more information about NEBCO, visit www.nebcoinc.com .

Position Summary

Operate and maintain striping equipment and other miscellaneous equipment, perform general labor involved in striping operations. This position primarily works outside and is regularly exposed to weather conditions. Ability to travel within Nebraska and work at job sites for 1 to 2 weeks at a time.Abide by Company Safety Program and Policies, while performing duties safely. Consistent and reliable attendance is required. This position's starting wage is $24.00/hr.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Safely load and unload Traffic Control Equipment according to department standards
• Place traffic control devices correctly to assure traffic moves through construction and maintenance zones safely, duties may vary according to job assignment.
• Perform maintenance on Traffic Control equipment and inform management of any safety concerns or problems.
• Perform temporary and permanent striping per Traffic control plan.
• Read, understand, and follow Traffic Control plan, maps and records to assure that the Traffic Control equipment are in the proper positions on the project.
• Operate company equipment, such as bobcat and skidloader, and other vehicles.
• Work cooperatively and jointly to provide quality customer service.
• Frequently lift/move sandbags and other materials weighing between 25-75 pounds

Education and/or Experience:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED), and
• Previous experience in traffic control or related field, or
• Equivalent combination of education, training, and/or experience.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

• Valid Driver’s License
• Ability to get CDL within 6 months of employment.
• Must have good driving record to meet insurability requirements to drive company vehicles

Skills and Abilities:

• Previous experience operating a bobcat and other construction equipment is helpful, but not required.
• Previously demonstrated leadership skills to assist in project coordination, support and direction.
• Knowledge of safe and efficient operation of hand and power tools—shovels, handheld power tools.

Benefits Include

• Retirement Plans
• PAID Holidays
• Insurance Benefits
• Wellness Program - with the opportunity to earn five additional days off
• PAID Time Off
• On the Job Training

Condition of Employment

Candidate is required to meet the above qualifications, task frequency and PPE requirements. Approval of pre-employment reference & background checks, and post offer drug/alcohol testing with fit for employment screening (if required) are conditions of employment.

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Phone: Call us at 402-434-1212

Email: [e-mail]

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.

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