Traffic Control Technician

Job Description

Controls movement of vehicular, pedestrian, and bicycle traffic through work zones using hand signals with a STOP/SLOW Paddle.
Reviews, comprehends, and executes temporary traffic control plans and/or standards to ensure work zones are properly installed and maintained.
Coordinates and communicates with customers to ensure the safety of all workers.

Qualifications

• Traffic Control Technician (TCT) Certification or 2000+ verifiable hours required.
• High School Diploma or GED completion required.
• Prior experience preferred in temporary traffic control services, utility industry, or construction industry preferred.
• Excellent verbal and nonverbal communication skills.
• Intermediate computer skills including Microsoft Office products and customer relationship management systems.
• Must be able to follow safe workplace practices.
• Valid Driver’s License void of suspension or revocation.

Work Environment and Physical Demands

Hours of operation may vary due to staffing needs.
Frequent exposure to fumes or airborne particles.
Frequent exposure to a variety of extreme conditions at job sites including high noise level in the work environment.
The position may work in outside conditions that include inclement weather, not limited to heat, cold, humidity, and exposure to dust and asphalt.
Position lifts or carries objects up to 50 pounds.
Stands for long periods of time and performs strenuous physical labor under adverse field conditions; employee lifts, pushes, pulls or carries objects.
Position requires good manual dexterity (hand, hand with arm, two hands) and multi-limb coordination.

Additional Information

Competitive Pay: Hourly pay range $20.00- $25.00, based on experience, guaranteed pay increase within the first year.
Rapid Advancement: Potential opportunities to progress to Lead Protector, and with further growth potential to Field Supervisor, or Manager roles.
Comprehensive Training: Paid, on-the-job training including ATSSA certification and defensive driving, with ongoing professional development.
Recognition and Rewards: Competitive referral incentives and recognition for your dedication and hard work.
Benefits: Eligible 1st of the month following 30 days of employment. All traditional benefits are offered, including 3 medical plan options and 2 dental plan options, as well as Vision, and additional benefits such as Legal and Identity Shield, Accident, Critical Illness, STD and LTD. Company paid 50k in basic life insurance. Health Savings and Flex Spending Accounts Available. 401(K). Paid Time Off. Overtime opportunities.