Entry-Level Traffic Controller: Training, Weekly Pay, OT

W D Wright Contracting Inc; North Charleston, Northern (SC, KY); Hybrid; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-the-job training

Weekly pay

Overtime

Job summary

W D Wright Contracting Inc in Florence WSC is seeking a Traffic Controller for North Charleston, SC. This entry-level role offers on-the-job training, weekly pay, and overtime opportunities.

No prior experience required; the job focuses on maintaining safe traffic flow around construction sites. Responsibilities include setting up and monitoring traffic control, creating safe work zones, and following ATSSA/DOT regulations.

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. All employees are permitted to drive their own vehicles to the job site or assigned meeting location.

Responsibilities

• Set up, maintain, and remove temporary work zones with signs, cones, and rumble strips per ATSSA/DOT.
• Load and unload work zone equipment to/from the company vehicle at the job site.
• Complete and submit all necessary paperwork before leaving the last job site.
• Wear and maintain PPE per Wright policy.
• Keep company vehicles clean; report safety concerns or vehicle problems.
• Review start time and job site address as provided by the office scheduler.
• Read Wright safety manual and employee handbook.
• Reports directly to a Field Supervisor.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job description

W D Wright Contracting Inc in Florence WSC is seeking a Traffic Controller for North Charleston, SC. This entry-level role offers on-the-job training, weekly pay, and overtime opportunities.

No prior experience required; the job focuses on maintaining safe traffic flow around construction sites. Responsibilities include setting up and monitoring traffic control, creating safe work zones, and following ATSSA/DOT regulations.