Thermoplastic Pavement Marking Technician

Straight Edge Contractors; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid holidays and PTO

Career advancement opportunities

Training and professional development

Stable, year-round work with growing公司

Job summary

Straight Edge Contractors in El Paso, TX is seeking a dedicated Thermoplastic Pavement Marking Technician to install markings on roads, highways, parking lots and commercial properties while upholding safety and quality standards.

You will read plans, prepare surfaces, operate melting kettles and application equipment, and coordinate with crew to complete projects on schedule. This role offers year-round work, competitive pay, overtime, and benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience installing thermoplastic pavement markings preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret plans, layouts and specifications.
• Proven focus on quality and safety in outdoor conditions.

Responsibilities

• Install preformed and extruded thermoplastic roadway markings.
• Operate thermoplastic melting kettles and application equipment.
• Prepare surfaces, layout, and measure markings per plan specifications.
• Maintain temperatures and thickness of markings.
• Assist with traffic control setup/removal and daily equipment care.

Skills

Thermoplastic markings

Outdoor work

Reading plans/layouts

Attention to detail

Driver's license

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Thermoplastic application equipment

Melting kettles

Job description

Job Overview
We are seeking a hardworking, dependable Thermoplastic Pavement Marking Technician to join our growing pavement maintenance team. The ideal candidate has experience installing thermoplastic pavement markings on roads, highways, parking lots, and commercial properties while maintaining the highest standards of quality and safety.
This position requires someone who takes pride in producing clean, accurate, and durable pavement markings and is willing to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Install preformed and extruded thermoplastic pavement markings.
• Operate thermoplastic melting kettles and application equipment.
• Apply crosswalks, stop bars, arrows, legends, lane lines, and specialty pavement markings.
• Prepare pavement surfaces through cleaning and layout prior to installation.
• Measure and accurately lay out pavement markings according to plans and specifications.
• Maintain proper thermoplastic temperatures and application thickness.
• Assist with traffic control setup and removal.
• Perform daily equipment inspections, cleaning, and routine maintenance.
• Follow all company safety procedures and OSHA requirements.
• Work efficiently with crew members to complete projects on schedule.
• Perform other pavement maintenance duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Previous experience installing thermoplastic pavement markings preferred.
• Experience operating thermoplastic application equipment and melting kettles is a plus.
• Ability to read plans, layouts, and pavement marking details.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
• Ability to work outdoors in hot, cold, and varying weather conditions.
• Ability to lift 75 pounds repeatedly throughout the day.
• Valid driver's license required; CDL is a plus.
• Reliable transportation and dependable attendance.
• Ability to travel when projects require overnight work.

Preferred Experience

• Long-line roadway striping.
• Parking lot striping.
• Thermoplastic pavement marking installation.
• Preformed thermoplastic installation.
• Surface preparation and layout.
• Traffic control setup.
• Equipment maintenance.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay based on experience.
• Overtime opportunities.
• Health benefits.
• Paid holidays and paid time off.
• Career advancement opportunities.
• Training and professional development.
• Stable, year-round work with a growing company.