Traffic Control Drivers - Hiring for Minneapolis

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Traffic Control – Driver - Hiring for Minneapolis 

Warning Lites of MN is continuing to expand our team. We are looking to hire highly motivated individuals as Traffic Control Drivers who are able to perform physical, laborious work; have flexibility to work long hours; and a strong work ethic to "do what it takes to get the job done." The primary duties of this position are setting up safe work zones, working in the warehouse, loading/unloading trucks or delivering product throughout Minneapolis-St. Paul-Metro and surrounding area.  Key employees in this position keep our day to day operations on track and provide exceptional service to our customers.

The Role:

As a Traffic Control Driver, your responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:

• Setting up safe work zones that ensure that traffic does not cause a threat to workers and the general traveling public. This involves professional set up of signs, barrels, barricades, and other approved traffic control devices that will guide the public through a work zone safely.
• Taking direction from various road authorities and event planners, as it relates to project work.
• Operate company vehicles to deliver and remove traffic control devices from jobsites.
• Perform shop work as required including preparing orders, cleaning and repairing equipment, and general housekeeping.
• Basic vehicle maintenance of vehicles through daily vehicles inspections, conducting basic routine maintenance using hand tools such as checking oil and filling fluids.

A Successful Candidate Will:

• Have the ability to work, 10, 12 or more hours with a flexible schedule, including early mornings, nights and weekends.
• Have the day to day ability to work with equipment the majority of which weighs between 50 - 75 lbs.
• Enjoy working independently, but have the ability to work with others or as part of a crew.
• Have good judgement and problem solving skills, especially while out in the field.
• Have the ability to learn and understand traffic control plans/layouts.

The Basics:

Traffic Control Drivers don’t mind the Minnesota weather and working in all types of weather conditions.  Candidates should have a high regard for safety and excellent customer service. Successful candidates enjoy the physical demands of the position, are highly self-motivated, detailed, and take initiative to get the job done right while managing multiple tasks at once. We encourage individuals with experience to apply, but for the right individuals we will provide on-the-job training for the tasks that the Traffic Control Driver will need to perform. We do require the following to be considered for employment:

• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record (as determined by our insurance company).  
• Have or ability to obtain a DOT Med Card.
• At least 18 years of age.
• Able to utilize a GPS device and read a map.
• Ability to read and set up equipment according to traffic control plans.
• Ability to work long hours during Spring/Summer/Fall months.
• Must be able to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends, and an occasional holiday.
• Must have the ability to lift and carry heavy objects (70 pounds), walk and stand for long periods of time and perform strenuous physical labor under adverse field conditions.
• Must have the ability to meet attendance schedule with dependability and consistency.
• Must have working knowledge of English sufficient enough to read, write, speak and understand oral and written information.
• Experience performing manual labor.  Traffic control experience is a plus and will be compensated!

Preferred:

• Professional driving experience with 1-ton trucks in a work setting.
• Class A CDL license.
• 3 years of overall, consistent work experience.

We offer:

• Starting wage between $21 - $24/hr.** Most of our drivers earn $40,000-$80,000 /season yr (spring through early winter).
• Opportunity for Prevailing Wage ($45/hr. depending on location and contract). Prevailing Wage jobs earn overtime for working more than 8 hours per day
• Weekly pay
• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance and 401k, plus paid time off benefits.
• Assistance with obtaining Class A CDL.

**The expected compensation represents a good faith estimate for this position and the specific compensation offered to a candidate may vary based on factors including, but not limited to training, experience, skills, work location, licensure, etc.

Qualified candidates who are offered a position must pass a pre-employment criminal background check and an alcohol and drug test (test includes screen for THC/marijuana for this safety-sensitive position).

Warning Lites is an EEO/Affirmative Action/M/F/Veteran/Disabled employer

Job Type: Full-time, seasonal