Entry-Level Traffic Controller — Training, Weekly Pay, Overtime

Wright of NC; Shelby (NC); On-site; USD 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-the-job training

Weekly pay

Overtime

Job summary

Wright of NC in Shelby, NC is hiring a Traffic Controller for an entry-level role. The position involves coordinating with construction teams to ensure safe traffic flow around labor sites and requires becoming certified in basic traffic safety techniques through a company training class.

The Traffic Controller will set up and monitor work zones, signals, and barriers, and must maintain safety compliance while handling cones, signs, and PPE.

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. 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 Shelby, NC is hiring a Traffic Controller for an entry-level role. The position involves coordinating with construction teams to ensure safe traffic flow around labor sites and requires becoming certified in basic traffic safety techniques through a company training class.

The Traffic Controller will set up and monitor work zones, signals, and barriers, and must maintain safety compliance while handling cones, signs, and PPE.