Traffic Control Laborer
Job Description Summary
Traffic Control Setup & Maintenance
- Set up, maintain, and remove traffic control devices including cones, signs, barricades, and arrow boards according to project plans and MUTCD guidelines
- Assist with lane closures, detours, and flagging operations
Flagging Operations
- Direct traffic safely through construction zones using hand signals, paddles, and communication devices
- Monitor traffic flow and adjust control measures as needed to ensure safety and efficiency
Safety Compliance
- Follow all company safety policies and procedures and promote a safety-first culture
- Ensure compliance with OSHA and DOT regulations
- Report hazards, unsafe conditions, or incidents immediately
Support Field Operations
- Assist crews with general labor duties as needed (lifting, loading, cleanup, etc.)
- Work closely with supervisors, equipment operators, and crew members to support daily operations
Equipment & Materials Handling
- Load, unload, and transport traffic control equipment and materials
- Maintain and inspect equipment to ensure proper working condition
Communication & Coordination
- Communicate effectively with team members and supervisors to coordinate traffic control needs
- Interact professionally with the public when addressing traffic-related questions or concerns
Requirements
- Valid Certified Traffic Control Card a plus
- Ability to follow verbal and written instruction
- Ability to do basic math
- Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed written or oral instructions
- Standard Driver’s License is required
Education/Experience
- A high school diploma or General Education Degree (GED) is preferred
- Previous related experience in the construction field is a plus
- Two years of experience preferred
Physical Demands and Work Environment
- Occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid outside weather conditions; and extreme cold and/or heat
- Occasionally lifts and/or moves up to 100 lbs
- Physical agility tests may be required
What CRH Offers You
- Hightly competitive base pay
- Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
- Group retirement savings program
- Health and wellness programs
- An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion
About CRH
CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.