Traffic Control Driver
Job Overview
Primoris Gas Operations, which includes companies like Q3 Contracting, ARB, Primoris Distribution Services, Snelson and Pipejacking Trenchless, boasts over 60 years of experience in the natural gas distribution industry. Over this period, they have nurtured long-standing customer relationships spanning more than two decades. Ensuring a safe environment, high-quality workmanship, and outstanding value to their customers is the cornerstone of their operations.
Position Summary
We are currently seeking a dependable and safety-conscious Traffic Control Driver to join our team in the Little Canada, MN area. This union position (Laborers Local 563) offers competitive wages, benefits, and consistent seasonal work supporting major utility clients such as Xcel Energy and CenterPoint Energy.
Key Responsibilities
- Safely operate company truck and trailers to transport traffic control equipment to and from jobsites and traffic yards.
- Set up, maintain, and remove temporary work zones according to MnDOT and MUTCD standards.
- Perform daily vehicle and equipment inspections.
- Follow all applicable laws while driving a company vehicle.
- Aid in maintaining organized and clean traffic yards.
- Ensure all equipment is in good working order and report any damaged items.
- Complete all required paperwork accurately and on time.
- Respond to on-call and weekend assignments as needed.
Qualifications
- Skills & Abilities:
- Ability to lift 50 lbs.
- Work outdoors in all seasons.
- Reliable, self-motivated.
- Ability to work independently.
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- Good employee and customer relationship skills.
- Able to coordinate multiple tasks and work under strict deadlines.
- Additional Requirements:
- Valid driver's license and clean driving record.
- CDL preferred but not required.
- Part of the On-call rotation with other traffic control drivers.
- Assist with traffic control setups and pickups for most home Gopher Football games (three-game minimum).
- Prior experience in traffic control, equipment maintenance, or construction is preferred.
Benefits
- Union pay and benefits (Laborers Local 563).
- Full-time seasonal work.
- Paid safety training and certifications.
- Steady work with respected utility clients.
- Strong safety culture and supportive team.
- Professional development and career advancement opportunities.
Compensation
$32.97/hr.
EEO Statement
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Third Party Agency Notice
We will not accept unsolicited resumes from any third-party recruiting agencies either domestic or international. Primoris nor its subsidiaries will be responsible for any fees from the use of any unsolicited resumes either through our ATS or via electronic mail systems from any agency representative or agency consultant unless your firm is an approved vendor partner with a current executed agreement.
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