Traffic Control Lead

We are looking for Certified Traffic Control Leads for our entity Straight Arrow Traffic Control for work in Southern & Central CA.

Classification (Exempt/Non-Exempt): Non-Exempt

Pay Rates:

• Traffic Technician: $20 - $22 (experience dependent)
• Traffic Lead: $25 - $28 (experience dependent)

Essential Functions/Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage traffic control operations
• Discuss traffic routing plans, type and location of control points with operations manager.
• Distribute traffic control signs and markers along site in designated pattern.
• Direct movement of traffic through site, using sign, hand, and flag signals.
• Warn construction workers when approaching vehicle fails to heed signals to prevent accident and injury to workers.
• Inform drivers of detour routes through construction sites.
• Record license number of traffic control violators for police.
• Give hand marker to last driver in line up of one-way traffic for Flagger at opposite end of site, signaling clearance for reverse flow of traffic.
• Observe safety and security procedures; determine appropriate action beyond guidelines; report potentially unsafe conditions; use equipment and materials properly.
• Direct traffic when necessary to ensure safety of pedestrians, motorists and work crew
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned
• Follow all safety policies and procedures
• Out of town work and overnight stays may be required.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience in traffic control with leadership responsibilities, controlling the movement of vehicular traffic through construction projects.
• Flagger Certification
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Willing to work overtime and in all types of weather conditions
• Dependable and able to commit to long hours of work when necessary
• Ability to speak, read, and write in English
• Professional attitude, reliability, and ability to work with diverse crews
• Perform strenuous physical labor in outdoor elements
• Required to have valid DL
• Required to pass pre-employment drug test/background check (This role is subject to federal testing requirements, which requires testing for cannabis despite state law)
• Candidates must pass a post-offer physical examination to ensure they can perform the essential physical functions of the job

Physical Demands - A qualified individual must be able to perform these essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation:

• Sitting and/or standing/walking for long periods on uneven ground
• Must be able to lift and carry 50 pounds regularly and up to 75 pounds occasionally
• Twisting, reaching overhead, pulling, pushing
• Ability to work at heights (e.g., on ladders) as required by the project
• Use hands to handle tools and heavy equipment, and reach with arms.
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision (for reading plans/computer screens), distance vision, and depth perception.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities

Work Environment

• This role is outdoors on active construction sites. The employee could be exposed to weather conditions such as heat, cold, and rain, and will work near heavy machinery and moving vehicles
• The noise level on site is often loud, and the environment may involve dust and fumes. Appropriate PPE (hard hat, safety vest, hearing protection, etc.) is required at all times.
• Work may occasionally be at heights
• The employee is required to follow all safety policies and procedures and to actively participate in safety trainings and meetings. This position is classified as safety-sensitive
• Must be willing to work overtime or weekends when project deadlines require

Disclaimer: The information in this job description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as comprehensive of every job duty, responsibility, or qualification required by an employee assigned to this job. While employed in this position, an employee may be required to perform other assignments not listed on this job description. Nothing in this job posting constitutes a promise or contract of employment. Employment with Hal Hays Construction is at-will, meaning it may be terminated by either the employee or the Company at any time, with or without cause or notice, subject to applicable law.

Hal Hays Construction, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer- The Company does not discriminate against employees or applicants on race, color, creed, age, gender, sexual orientation, national origin or ancestry, religion, marital status, military service/veteran status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, including genetic characteristics, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $20.00 - $28.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $20 - $28