Traffic Control Laborer

Summary:

The Traffic Control Specialist will monitor the flow of traffic around road construction sites. The Traffic Control Specialist's responsibilities include informing motorists of possible detour routes, reporting disobedient drivers to law enforcement officials, and answering motorists’ questions. You should also be able to direct emergency vehicles safely through construction zones as required.

To be successful as a Traffic Control Specialist, you should have excellent communication skills and be able to work effectively as part of a team. Ultimately, a top-notch Technician should demonstrate sound knowledge of state traffic regulations as well as exceptional observation skills.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

· Using hand signals and direction signs to direct traffic around road construction sites.

· Communicating with other flaggers/traffic Controllers using hand-held radios to direct two-way traffic onto a single lane.

· Informing our team crew of any traffic issues that may affect their safety.

· Appropriately positioning warning and detour signs around construction sites.

· Setting up barricades and traffic cones along construction sites to cordon off certain areas.

· Removing all signs, barricades, and traffic cones upon completion of construction work.

· Assisting the construction crew in the removal of rubble, debris, and hazardous materials.

· Recording the license plate numbers of motorists who neglect to obey traffic signs and directions.

· Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

· High school diploma or GED.

· Certification through the American Traffic Safety Services Association (ATSSA) preferred.

· Proven experience working as a Traffic Control Technician

· Sound knowledge of state traffic regulations.

· The ability to stand for extended periods.

· The ability to work as part of a team.

· The ability to work in harsh weather conditions.

· Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills.

· Exceptional observation skills.

· Effective communication skills.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, sit, kneel, walk, talk, see, hear, push, pull, climb, bend and stoop. The employee frequently is required to stand, sit (for up to 8 eight hours), walk (occasionally on rough terrain/in varying weather conditions), climb, use manual dexterity to operate tools used in the course of work, hear sufficient to hear conversations in person and via telephone and radio, and vision sufficient for distance sight and to read diagrams, manual reports, rules, regulations, laws and plans. The employee is occasionally required to reach, push and pull with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Physical dexterity may involve stretching, proper placement of legs, and use of arms and hands in repetitive motions. The employee must be able to maintain constant alertness to the multiple concurrent activities of the construction site, including the activities of other employees and contractors, the operation of stationary equipment and the movement of mobile equipment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.

Ranger. is part of a leading group in transportation and marine construction company based out of the United States. With over 80 years of experience, we specialize in heavy highway and bridge construction, site development, and marine work. Our commitment to quality drives our success in each market that we serve.

Our company is an equal opportunity employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with a disability

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.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off
• Prescription drug insurance
• Safety equipment provided
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person