Mears Group, A Quanta Services Company
At Mears Group, we believe in developing and retaining the best people in the industry and providing best value services to our customers in the natural gas and electric industries. We take pride in developing the infrastructure of our country by connecting people and resources. As an industry leader, we have built our reputation as a premier provider of services with a solid track record of performance, integrity and – above all – a commitment to safety, quality and our people.

Traffic Control Technician/Maintainer - Barricade Setter

What Do You Offer Us?

• Maintain job sites and equipment to ensure the highest quality set-ups and also maintain The AWP Way.
• Be able to read and understand specific plans and instructions in order to exceed customer’s expectation.
• Be able to make field adjustments and corrections to make the project safe for the customer, municipality, motoring public and pedestrians going through the work zone.
• Possess and wears required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) equipment. PPE Equipment includes: Steel/Composite Toed Boots, Type 3 Reflective Vest, Hard Hat, Eye Protection, Gloves and any other necessary equipment required. (Some PPE provided).

What We Offer You:

• Company website: To apply go to our website at mearscareers.net
• Pay Scale: $20-23/hr based on experience
• Industry-leading benefits: health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life and disability insurance, paidtime off (PTO) and 401(k).

What is Required?

• ATSSA Traffic Control Technician (TCT) Certification required.
• ATSSA Flagger Certification preferred but not required.
• ATSSA Traffic Control Supervisor Certification preferred but not required.
• Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds repeatedly and the ability to move/travel long distances within work zones.
• Possesses strong problem solving and communication skills to understand specific needs in the work zone.
• Flexibility to work varying shifts, including nights and weekends.
• Excellent attendance and dependable transportation required.
• High School diploma or equivalent work experience.

Work Zone Environment and Physical Demands:

During a typical day/night while performing your job duties, you can expect to be exposed to:

• Working in live traffic on the roadways.
• Moving equipment at a fast pace in order to get the work zone established in a timely manner.
• Outside weather conditions throughout the year, including extreme heat.
• Loud noises.
• Pedestrian traffic.
• Demanding customers, inspectors and others involved with the work zone.
• Constant physical activity; entering and exiting vehicles, climbing onto flatbeds, twisting and bending.

This position is subject to the Federal Department of Transportation (DOT) drug & alcohol testing regulations as outlined in 49 CFR Part 382 and/or 49 CFR Part 199.