Traffic Control Apprentice

Helix Traffic Solutions, LLC; Framingham (MA); Presencial; USD 23.000 - 32.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Retention bonus

Descripción de la vacante

Helix Traffic Solutions, LLC is hiring a Traffic Control Apprentice to help maintain safe traffic flow around construction zones and other temporary disruptions. You will support workers, motorists, and pedestrians by following safety guidelines and using proper signals and equipment.

No prior traffic control experience is required as we provide orientation and Traffic Control/Flagger Certification. The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and reliability across outdoor sites and varying shifts.

Formación

• Team player mindset and reliability in a fast-paced outdoor setting.
• Ability to learn and apply safe traffic control practices.
• Clear and courteous instruction delivery to drivers and pedestrians.
• Strong attention to detail and focus in changing conditions.
• Professional demeanor at all times and reliability with shifts.
• Full-time availability with varying daily shift times.
• Ability to stand for extended periods (8+ hours).
• Must be at least 18 years old and pass a drug screen.
• Must hold a valid driver's license and have reliable transportation.
• Capable of lifting up to 50 lbs and working in all weather.

Responsabilidades

• Control vehicle and pedestrian traffic around work zones with signs, paddles, or flags.
• Set up and remove temporary traffic control zones per project requirements.
• Communicate with drivers to guide safe traffic flow.
• Monitor traffic and safety hazards and respond appropriately.
• Coordinate with supervisors and team using radios and signals.
• Follow safety protocols and wear PPE.
• Warn workers when signals are not heeded to prevent incidents.
• Assist with loading and unloading traffic control equipment as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Conocimientos

Team Player

Safe traffic control

Clear communication

Attention to detail

Professional demeanor

Full-time availability

Stand for long hours

Age 18+

Drug screening

Driver's license

Lift 50 lbs

Work in all weather

Educación

High school diploma or equivalent

Traffic control/ Flagger Certification

Descripción del empleo

Traffic Control Apprentice

Starting Pay: $20.00 per hour

Now Offering a $250 Retention Bonus!

Join our team and earn up to $250 in retention bonus pay as you grow with us!

Retention Bonus Payout Schedule:

• $100 after completing 60 days of employment.
• $150 after completing 6 months of employment.

Build your career in traffic safety while helping protect roadway workers, motorists, and pedestrians. No prior traffic control experience is required. We provide Traffic Control/Flagger Certification during orientation.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Traffic Control Apprentice is responsible for maintaining the flow of traffic around construction zones, maintenance projects, accidents, or other temporary traffic disruption areas. This role ensures the safety of workers, motorists, and pedestrians by maintaining proper traffic control and following all safety guidelines and regulations.

As a Traffic Control Apprentice, you will be our front line for safety.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Control vehicle and pedestrian traffic around work zones using handheld signs, paddles, or flags
• Set up, maintain, and remove temporary traffic control work zones including signs, barricades, and cones according to project requirements and regulations
• Communicate clearly with drivers to provide guidance and ensure safe traffic flow
• Monitor traffic and construction activity to anticipate and respond to potential safety hazards
• Coordinate with supervisors and other team members using hand signals, radios, or other communication equipment
• Adhere to all safety protocols, including wearing appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Warn workers when approaching vehicles fail to heed signals to prevent accidents and injuries
• Assist with loading/unloading traffic control equipment as needed
• Perform other work-related duties as assigned

REQUIREMENTS/ QUALIFICATIONS:

• Being a Team Player.
• Understand and apply safe traffic control practices, sometimes in stressful situations.
• Ability to receive and communicate instructions clearly, firmly and courteously.
• Strong attention to detail and focus.
• Keep a reliable and professional demeanor at all times.
• Have full time availability due to shift times changing daily.
• Able to stand for extended periods (8+ hours) while maintaining focus.
• Be 18 years of age or older.
• Must be able to pass a drug screen for all substances to include THC products.
• Must have a valid driver's license AND reliable transportation.
• Able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to work in all weather conditions.
• Have a high school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Traffic control/ Flagger Certification (Provided by the company at orientation).

EXPERIENCE:

• No prior experience required; traffic control experience preferred.
• Willing to learn and follow safety procedures.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Outdoor work environment in and around construction zones
• Exposure to traffic, loud noises, and construction equipment
• Travel to different work sites