Equipment Operator (Stripe Hog Operator)

Job Description

Job Description

Specific responsibilities include:

• Operate Stripe Hog Waterblasting system producing up to 40,000psi. removing paint and thermo from roadways and rubber from airport runways
• Maintain FLDOT Hours of Service on electronic logging device
• Complete a shift inspection checklist on vehicles and/or equipment prior to use. Identify possible vehicle/equipment malfunctions and/or hazards and perform roadside maintenance when possible.
• Strong working knowledge of job site safety as well as ability to complete various subcontractor required safety orientation company
• Work environment may be wet; operators always wear protective gear and strictly follow safety protocols.
• Maintain good housekeeping practices on heavy equipment machinery
• assist with equipment preventative maintenance as needed

Required Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 2 years of relevant experience operating heavy equipment.
• Commercial Driver's License with Tanker endorsement.
• Self-motivated and capable of working independently with little supervision.
• Customer Service focused with the ability to appropriately represent Waterblasting LLC to customers
• Mechanical aptitude
• Frequent and continuous light to moderate lifting, repetitive handling and maneuvering is required
• Walking, reaching, bending, and good eye, hand, foot coordination is all necessary.
• Frequent and continuous light to moderate lifting, repetitive handling and maneuvering is required
• Must be available to work out of town and for extended periods as necessary.
• Must be fluent in English, ability to speak other languages a plus.

Key Competencies:

• Honest and Trustworthy
• Loyal, reliable, hardworking, and competent
• Committed to meet customers’ needs
• Team Player
• Punctual
• Dedicated and hardworking
• Ability to receive and communicate specific instructions clearly, and courteously
• Desire to learn

Supervisory Responsibility - this position does not have supervisory responsibilities.

Work Environment - the successful candidate will operate the Stripe Hog® Waterblasting System manufactured in Stuart, FL performing paint and thermo removal on roadway construction areas and removal of rubber on airport runways across the United States and around the world as needed.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work - scheduled hours will vary based on project necessity and will be communicated to the team member via a scheduling application installed on a company provided tablet. It is most common to have road closure availability to perform removal projects from Sunday at 9:00PM to Thursday at 9:00PM. Schedules are based on business needs.

Travel - this position primarily involves travel within the state of Florida with travel across the United States and around the world as needed. Must be available to work out of town regularly and at times up to 30 consecutive days as necessary understanding the daily/weekly schedule is driven by business needs and changes based on these needs.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications - must pass a background check and drug test.

Other Duties - 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.

AAP/EEO Statement

Federal Signal Corporation (NYSE: FSS) builds and delivers equipment of unmatched quality that moves material, cleans infrastructure, and protects the communities where we work and live. Founded in 1901, Federal Signal is a leading global designer and manufacturer of products and total solutions that serve municipal, governmental, industrial and commercial customers. Headquartered in Oak Brook, IL, with manufacturing facilities worldwide, the Company operates two groups: Environmental Solutions and Safety and Security Systems. For more information on Federal Signal, visit:

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 at View email address on ziprecruiter.com. All other applications must be submitted online.