MOT Laborer

Middlesex co; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Life and disability insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Generous paid time off

Generous paid time off

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Orlando is seeking a dedicated MOT Laborer with at least 3 years of experience. The role involves setting up and maintaining traffic control devices while ensuring safety compliance. Preferred candidates will have MOT Advanced certification and knowledge of FDOT standards. Our competitive benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, a top-tier 401k, and generous paid time off.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in MOT Laborer work, with training options available.
• MOT Advanced certification preferred; assistance can be provided.
• Knowledge of FDOT and MUTCD standards, with training offered.
• Ability to follow verbal instructions
• Reliable transportation to work site
• CDL license preferred but not required

Responsibilities

• Set up and maintain traffic control devices safely.
• Comply with all safety policies and promote a safe work environment.
• Attend Daily Huddles and Weekly Toolbox Talks.
• Identify hazards and assist in maintaining a safe work environment for all team members.
• Attend Weekly Toolbox Talks and participate in safety discussions.
• Maintain health status and be able to bend, push, pull, stoop, and twist.
• Be flexible with day/night shifts and extended hours when necessary.
• Ensure proper setup, maintenance, and removal of traffic controls.

Skills

Safety policies and procedures

Traffic control setup

Verbal instructions adherence

Interpersonal skills

Education

MOT Advanced certification

MAOT certification potential

Tools

FDOT standards knowledge

MUTCD standards knowledge

CDL (optional)

Job description

Overview

The Middlesex Corporation is a nationally recognized and award-winning leader in the heavy civil construction industry. Since 1972, the family business founded by Robert W. Pereira has developed an extensive client and project list through its consistent efforts to safely build America’s infrastructure. The Middlesex Corporation specializes in building and reconstructing highways, bridges, marine, rail, and transit facilities through its collaborative team approach and focus on core values. In addition, Middlesex Asphalt in Central Florida is one of the largest and most productive asphalt plants in the United States with Middlesex Paving earning an equally solid regional presence and reputation.

Position Summary

The “MOT” Laborer is responsible for the proper set up and take down of all traffic control devices, as well as maintaining the setup for the duration of the job.

Responsibilities

• Comply with (and actively promote) all Safety policies and procedures including reporting all accidents, incidents and near misses to ensure adherence to our Number One Core Value – Safety, first in everything we do.
• Ensure a safe work environment in compliance with all Middlesex Safety Policies and Procedures.
• Must be on site at scheduled start time and present for the Daily Huddle.
• Must be able to identify potential Hazards and assist in maintaining a Safe Work environment for all Team Members.
• Be present for Weekly Toolbox Talks.
• Maintain good health status and be able to bend, push, pull, stoop and/or twist.
• Maintain a flexible work schedule to include day/night shift work with extended hours when necessary.
• Ensure proper set up, maintenance and removal of all traffic controls.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience MOT Laborer work. Preferred but not required will be open to on-the-job training for the right applicant.
• MOT Advanced, certified. Preferred but will aid in offering assistance to get MAOT certified with on-the-job training.
• Knowledge of FDOT and MUTCD standards. Can provide training to the right applicant.
• Able to follow verbal instructions.
• Have reliable transportation to get to and from the work site.
• CDL license preferred but not required.

Necessary Attributes

• Must possess the ability to adapt to different personalities and management styles.
• Team player and with strong interpersonal skills.
• Self-starter with excellent verbal communication skills.
• Reliance on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
• Dedicated and hard working.

We offer our full-time and eligible part time team members a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry. Benefits include medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible team members and dependents, employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, top-tier 401k with matching, tuition reimbursement, industry leading referral program, and generous paid time off.

Middlesex provides equal employment opportunities to all team members and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.