Equipment Operator

Traffic Safety Services (TSS) is seeking a dependable and safety-focus Equipment Operator to support our team.


Hourly wage: $20.00/hr.; prevailing wage for on-site work: $53.50 - $56.45/hr. otherwise. This position will report to the Crew Foreman or Division Manager. This is a seasonal position.

• Operate basic and specialized power equipment typically used in the field such as, but not limited to: sign installation equipment, various types of power equipment, hand striping equipment, groover, paint truck, various components of machine striping equipment, forklift, skid steer, and various types of power equipment used in field and/or yard operations.
• Operate company vehicles and equipment.
• Operate a forklift and skid steer for loading and unloading trucks and/or equipment and materials.
• Perform basic maintenance for assigned operating equipment.
• Assists in the painting and taping of roads.
• Adhere to all company policies and procedures.
• Follow safety regulations and procedures to prevent accidents and injuries.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Regularly required to stand/walk, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
• Regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds with appropriate assistance/equipment.
• Regularly exposed to outside weather conditions; moving equipment and machinery parts; moving traffic, and fumes and airborne particles
• Noise level of the work environment is usually moderate/loud

• Must be 18 years of age.
• Required High school diploma or GED.
• Minimum of one year of experience or training as an equipment operator.
• Must possess good communication skills (oral and written).
• Valid CDL driver's license and clean driving record are REQUIRED.
• Forklift certification.
• Understanding of basic installation and ability to layout proper installation are required.

• Health Insurance
• Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401K-with employer match
• Competitive Wages
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Critical, Hospital, & Accident Insurance
• Identity Theft Protection
• Bonus Potential
• Employee Assistants Program
• Paid Per Diem (100% Hotel / $45.00 Daily for Food)
• Paid time Off (PTO)
• Holiday Pay
• Safety Boot Allowance
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) & Clothing Provided

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