Construction Traffic Controller & Flagger

Wright of NC; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 17,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-the-job training

Weekly pay

Overtime

Job summary

Wright of NC in Charlotte, NC is hiring an entry-level Traffic Controller. The role starts at $14.50/hour, with on-the-job training, weekly pay, and overtime opportunities. You will help create safe work zones and direct traffic around construction sites to protect workers.

Candidates must be 18+, have a smartphone for timekeeping, and can work in all weather. A pre-employment drug screen is required, and lifting up to 50 pounds may be needed.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Must have a smartphone with internet access for timekeeping and communication to receive work schedule
• Be able to work in all weather conditions and tolerate varying climates of heat, cold, and rain
• Pass a drug screen prior to employment and maintain a drug free status
• Be able to stand throughout your entire shift, hand and arm movement is required
• The position does not allow for frequent breaks
• Be able to lift 50 pounds
• Have reliable transportation to and from job sites. All employees are permitted to drive their own vehicles to the job site or assigned meeting location. Driving of, or riding with, crew members to and from the job site or assigned meeting location, whether in a personal or company vehicle, is voluntary carpooling for the convenience of the employees.

Responsibilities

• Setup, maintain, and remove temporary work zones including warning signs, traffic cones, and rumble strips according to ATSSA and DOT regulations
• Load and unload work zone equipment to and from the company vehicle at the job site
• Complete and submit all necessary paperwork in a timely manner before leaving the last job site
• Wear and maintain proper PPE in accordance with Wright specific policy
• Ensure that company vehicles are kept clean and orderly and inform management of any safety concerns or vehicle problems
• Review start time and address of job site or meeting location (if applicable) as established and sent by office scheduler via company app
• Read and understand Wright safety manual and employee handbook
• Reports directly to a Field Supervisor
• Other job duties as assigned

Job description

Wright of NC in Charlotte, NC is hiring an entry-level Traffic Controller. The role starts at $14.50/hour, with on-the-job training, weekly pay, and overtime opportunities. You will help create safe work zones and direct traffic around construction sites to protect workers.

Candidates must be 18+, have a smartphone for timekeeping, and can work in all weather. A pre-employment drug screen is required, and lifting up to 50 pounds may be needed.