Road Construction/Traffic Control - Apprentice

Helix Traffic Solutions, LLC; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunities for training and advancement

Strong culture of safety and teamwork

Job summary

A national leader in traffic control is looking for dedicated individuals to join their team in Colorado. The role involves setting up and managing traffic control devices, coordinating with teams, and ensuring road safety on various job sites. Candidates should be dependable and safety-focused, with an emphasis on communication skills and reliability. This position offers opportunities for training and career advancement within a people-first organization dedicated to public safety.

Qualifications

• Dependability and strong communication skills are essential.
• Experience in traffic management or control is preferred.
• Ability to perform pre-job inspections and load equipment.

Responsibilities

• Respond promptly to calls when on-call.
• Maintain and inspect all equipment for safety.
• Set up traffic control devices according to guidelines.
• Flag traffic to maintain safety in work zones.
• Coordinate safely with team members and customers.

Skills

Safety-focused

Effective communication

Dependability

Problem-solving

Tools

Traffic control equipment

Job description

Join Helix Traffic Solutions – Traffic Control for a Safer Tomorrow

About Helix Traffic Solutions: Helix Traffic Solutions is a national leader in traffic control, work zone safety, and roadway infrastructure services. Through a network of specialized operating companies across the U.S., Helix delivers reliable, high-impact solutions that protect lives, support construction projects, and keep communities moving safely.

About Work Zone Traffic Control

Work Zone Traffic Control is a proud member of the Helix Traffic Solutions network, providing professional traffic management services throughout Colorado and New Mexico. Our experienced team is committed to enhancing roadway safety through expert planning, dependable service, and high-quality equipment. From short-duration work to large-scale construction projects, Work Zone Traffic Control delivers solutions designed to protect workers, drivers, and surrounding communities while keeping traffic flowing efficiently.

Our Services And Capabilities Include

• Traffic management and traffic control services for roadway and infrastructure projects
• Sales and rental of high-quality traffic control equipment
• Products that meet all industry safety standards, supporting compliant work zones
• Flexible rental and purchasing options with fast availability
• Partnership with CDOT to ensure safe, steady traffic flow through active work zones
• Development and execution of well-managed traffic plans that minimize disruption

With a strong focus on safety, reliability, and efficiency, Work Zone Traffic Control provides the tools, expertise, and service needed to keep projects moving forward safely.

Why Work with Helix & Work Zone Traffic Control?

We’re a People-first Organization With a Mission Centered On Public Safety And Service. When You Join Work Zone Traffic Control, You Become Part Of a Skilled Regional Team Backed By The Strength, Stability, And Career Opportunities Of The Helix Traffic Solutions National Network. You’ll Find

• A strong culture of safety, accountability, and teamwork
• Hands-on work that directly improves roadway safety
• Opportunities for training, advancement, and internal mobility
• The support of a national organization with strong regional expertise

What To Expect

Our work is fast-paced, hands-on, and essential. Every role at Work Zone Traffic Control plays a vital part in keeping roadways across Colorado and New Mexico safe, compliant, and moving efficiently. If you’re dependable, safety-focused, and looking for a career with purpose, we’d be proud to have you on our team.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Respond to calls in timely manner within 1 hour when on-call.
• Maintain all equipment in a safe and working condition
• Preform pre job inspections
• Check inventory and inspect equipment needed for job
• Load all required equipment into vehicle
• Navigate safely to and from office to jobsites
• Setting up devices: cones, signs, barrels barricades etc. on jobsites per MUTCD guidelines.
• Flagging of traffic to ensure safe work zone for customers, employees and traveling public
• Coordinating with customers and employees ensuring a safe, efficient, and problem free service
• Completing required paperwork, receipts, and time sheets on or before mandatory deadlines.
• Report and all unsafe conditions to supervisor as soon as possible
• Ability to effectively communicate (written and verbal) information to customers, employees, and the traveling public
• Other duties as assigned

Helix Traffic Solutions, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Affidative Action Employer.