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Safety Technician – Traffic Control
Columbia, SC – Primary Location
Help Protect the Crews That Build Our Roads
C.R. Jackson, Inc. is seeking a motivated and dependable Safety Technician –Traffic Control to support our field operations and help maintain safe, efficient work zones across active construction projects. This role plays a critical part in protecting employees, subcontractors, and the traveling public through proper traffic control setup, safety compliance, and strong communication in the field.
This position is ideal for someone who enjoys working outdoors, thrives in a fast-paced construction environment, and takes pride in promoting safety and teamwork every day.
Position Summary
The Safety Technician – Traffic Control will assist with implementing and monitoring company safety policies and temporary traffic control operations on heavy highway and site construction projects. Responsibilities include supporting traffic control setup and inspections, maintaining safe work zones, conducting field observations, and communicating effectively with crews, subcontractors, inspectors, and the public.
Temporary traffic control experience is preferred. The successful candidate must be able to communicate professionally and effectively with a diverse group of individuals in both field and office environments.
Essential Responsibilities
C.R. Jackson, Inc. is a leading heavy highway and site development contractor committed to building quality infrastructure safely and efficiently. Our success is built on the strength of our people and a culture centered around teamwork, professionalism, and continuous improvement.
We Are Proud To Uphold Our Core Values Of
Accessibility: If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process please contact Human Resources at
Phone: 803-750-6070
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.
If you want to view the Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal poster, click HERE
If you want to view the Pay Transparency Policy Statement, please click the link: English
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Safety Technician – Traffic Control
Columbia, SC – Primary Location
Help Protect the Crews That Build Our Roads
C.R. Jackson, Inc. is seeking a motivated and dependable Safety Technician –Traffic Control to support our field operations and help maintain safe, efficient work zones across active construction projects. This role plays a critical part in protecting employees, subcontractors, and the traveling public through proper traffic control setup, safety compliance, and strong communication in the field.
This position is ideal for someone who enjoys working outdoors, thrives in a fast-paced construction environment, and takes pride in promoting safety and teamwork every day.
Position Summary
The Safety Technician – Traffic Control will assist with implementing and monitoring company safety policies and temporary traffic control operations on heavy highway and site construction projects. Responsibilities include supporting traffic control setup and inspections, maintaining safe work zones, conducting field observations, and communicating effectively with crews, subcontractors, inspectors, and the public.
Temporary traffic control experience is preferred. The successful candidate must be able to communicate professionally and effectively with a diverse group of individuals in both field and office environments.
Essential Responsibilities
- Assist with setup, inspection, and maintenance of temporary traffic control devices and work zones
- Help ensure compliance with OSHA regulations, company safety policies, and project-specific safety requirements
- Conduct daily field safety observations and report unsafe conditions or behaviors
- Monitor active work zones to ensure safe operations for crews and the traveling public
- Support incident reporting, corrective actions, and safety documentation
- Coordinate with superintendents, foremen, subcontractors, and project personnel regarding safety and traffic control needs
- Assist with employee safety orientations, toolbox talks, and training initiatives
- Maintain communication with field personnel and inspectors in a professional and respectful manner
- Help ensure all signs, barricades, cones, drums, and traffic control devices are properly placed and maintained
- Promote a positive safety culture focused on accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement
- Travel between multiple project sites as needed
- High school diploma or GED required
- Experience in roadway construction, traffic control, or construction safety preferred
- Temporary Traffic Control (TTC) experience preferred
- Knowledge of OSHA safety practices and work zone safety standards preferred
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills required
- Ability to work effectively with a diverse workforce, project teams, and the public
- Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
- Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record required
- Ability to lift, carry, and move traffic control equipment and materials as needed
- Competitive pay based on experience
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Company paid disability insurance
- Paid time off and holidays
- Career growth and advancement opportunities
- Supportive team-oriented culture
- Opportunity to work on impactful infrastructure projects across the region
C.R. Jackson, Inc. is a leading heavy highway and site development contractor committed to building quality infrastructure safely and efficiently. Our success is built on the strength of our people and a culture centered around teamwork, professionalism, and continuous improvement.
We Are Proud To Uphold Our Core Values Of
- Integrity
- Excellence
- Respect
- Accountability
- Service to Others
Accessibility: If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process please contact Human Resources at
Phone: 803-750-6070
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.
If you want to view the Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal poster, click HERE
If you want to view the Pay Transparency Policy Statement, please click the link: English