Highway PaintersStripers Based in Billings, MT

Since 2005 HighMark Traffic Services Inc. has specialized in the application of pavement marking materials including epoxy and paint materials for airports DOTs municipalities and private projects. Removal services utilizing water blasting and/or truck-mounted grinders are also available.

The Striper position is responsible for operating various types of pavement marking equipment. The position requires frequent overnight travel. Hotel accommodation and per diem allowances are paid for. This position requires flexibility; work hours and shift times will vary per job with great potential for overtime.

Duties/Responsibilities:
Prepare surfaces through line removal grooving and water blasting
Assist with rumble strip operations
Load unload and maintain equipment and materials
Travel to project sites and work in outdoor environments
Follow all safety DOT and company regulations
Perform pavement marking using paint epoxy MMA tape and thermoplastic
Operate and assist with striping and support equipment
Equipment Operation - Operating hand/power tools manual dexterity to operate keyboards and smartphones physical agility to use arms legs and hands repetitively
Working outdoors working safely under adverse environmental and weather conditions which include high-speed traffic areas and heavy construction equipment.
Working a flexible schedule which may include day or night shifts and weekends adjusting to a changing work schedule working overtime and working individually and as a team with other employees

Skills and Abilities:
Valid drivers license required will require passing a drug test and a background check
Knowledge of local driving rules and regulations
Ability to pass DOT and company pre-employment and random drug screenings
Must maintain company standards post-employment for background checks criminal record driving record and controlled substance/drug testing
CDL preferred
Willingness to travel and work extended hours
Ability to work with others
Ability to work with little supervision
Mechanical aptitude is necessary
Able to work in a multitude of environments (hot cold dusty noisy etc)
Must be able to speak read and write English as part of the job

Work Environment:
This position operates in a variety of outdoor and industrial environments depending on project location. Employees may be exposed to hot and cold temperatures dust noise traffic and changing weather conditions. Work is performed along active roadways and construction zones requiring constant attention to safety procedures and situational awareness.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:
This is a seasonal full-time position that requires the striper to be able to work long hours and overtime starting in March/April through November/December depending on conditions. Schedules are subject to change based on the needs. 95% of work is performed across Montana; some out-of-state work may also be scheduled each year. Long days overnights and weekends may be required. Per diem compensation is provided for each night away and hotel accommodations are paid by the company.

Travel: Required.

Physical Demands:
Repeated physical effort including driving for several hours per day or several hours at a time standing and walking for extended periods of time (more than several hours) loading and unloading equipment into and out of company vehicles walking on varying ground surfaces and frequently lifting a minimum of 50 pounds
Must be able to stand and sit for long periods of time
Vision adequate to see moving vehicles read highway construction DOT signs read instructions manuals reports and construction plans
Hearing adequate to hear approaching vehicles audible commands at a distance from supervisors conversations in person and over the telephone
Communicating clearly - both written and verbally ability to complete daily paperwork as required by supervisor

Training & Advancement:
Entry-level positions available
Paid on-the-job training provided
Skill development in specialized pavement marking equipment

Other Duties:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Additional Job Information:

• Pay Transparency:
  • $18$28/hour (DOE)
  • Certified Job Time for Davis-Bacon Projects
  • Additional Information:
    • Paid hotel accommodations and per diem for travel jobs
    • Weekly Pay

Benefits of Employment: In addition to excellent career growth opportunities Federal Signal Corporation offers a wide array of benefits insurance (life medical dental vision) employer-sponsored Health Savings Account (HSA) and 401(k) with matching contributions. We provide our employees with a smoke-free drug-free workplace.

About HighMark Traffic Services Inc. a subsidiary of Federal Signal and Mark Rite Line Equipment Co. Inc.
Operating across Montana HighMark Traffic Services Inc. has become a trusted partner for state agencies municipalities airports and contractors who demand quality precision and 2012 Mark Rite Lines Equipment Co. Inc. acquired HighMark Traffic Services Inc. making it a wholly owned subsidiary permanently backed under the MRL banner. HighMarks mission is clear: deliver the highest quality pavement marking services while driving industry innovation forward through cutting-edge technology hands-on expertise and a commitment to continuous improvement. HighMark Traffic Services Inc. helps ensure safer more efficient roads.

The Company is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will not be discriminated against on the basis of and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion national origin sex sexual orientation gender identity age disability genetic information status as a protected veteran or any other protected category characteristic or trait under applicable law. If you require reasonable accommodation in the application process contact Human Resources atâ All other applications must be submitted online.