Entry-Level Traffic Controller — Training & Overtime

W D Wright Contracting Inc; Salisbury (NC); On-site; USD 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-the-job training

Weekly pay

Overtime opportunities

Job summary

Wright Traffic Controller in Kannapolis is a general labor role with no experience required. You will assist in creating safe work zones, set up signs and barriers, and coordinate with crews on active construction sites.

This entry-level position starts at $14.50 per hour, offering on-the-job training, weekly pay, and opportunities for overtime while you develop safety skills and advance within the Wright family.

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.
• Be physically capable of performing all flagging duties.
• Have reliable transportation to and from job sites.

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 Traffic Controller in Kannapolis is a general labor role with no experience required. You will assist in creating safe work zones, set up signs and barriers, and coordinate with crews on active construction sites.

This entry-level position starts at $14.50 per hour, offering on-the-job training, weekly pay, and opportunities for overtime while you develop safety skills and advance within the Wright family.