Traffic Control Apprentice

Helix Traffic Solutions, LLC; New Jersey; On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Helix Traffic Solutions, LLC is seeking a Traffic Control Apprentice in New Jersey. The role supports safety in work zones by directing traffic and maintaining proper traffic control, using signs, paddles, and signals.

You will assist with setup, maintenance, and quick responses to disruptions while following all safety guidelines. Ideal candidates are safety‑minded, dependable, and able to stand for long periods.

Qualifications

• Team player with strong communication and safety focus.
• Reliable, detail-oriented and able to follow instructions.
• Flexible with shifting schedules and outdoor work.

Responsibilities

• Direct traffic around work zones using signs, paddles, or flags.
• Set up and maintain temporary traffic control zones per project rules.
• Communicate clearly with drivers to ensure safe traffic flow.

Skills

Team Player

Clear communication

Attention to detail

Dependable

Stand 8+ hours

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Join Helix Traffic Solutions – Traffic Control for a Safer Tomorrow

About Helix Traffic Solutions

We’re not just placing cones—we’re rethinking the way traffic moves. Helix Traffic Solutions is a national leader in traffic control, work zone safety, and traffic management services. Through a network of specialized operating companies across the U.S., Helix delivers smart, reliable solutions that protect lives, support critical infrastructure projects, and keep communities moving safely.

About American Flagging

American Flagging is a proud member of the Helix Traffic Solutions network, providing expert traffic control and traffic management services throughout the Northeast, including Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Massachusetts, and Connecticut. American Flagging delivers tailored, end-to‑end traffic management solutions designed to prioritize safety, compliance, and efficiency on every jobsite. Our experienced teams support a wide range of roadway and construction projects, ensuring work zones remain safe for workers, drivers, and surrounding communities.

Our Services And Capabilities Include

• ATSSA-certified flaggers trained in the latest traffic control methods and fully compliant with MUTCD standards
• Sales and rental of traffic control devices, including traffic cones, drums, channelizing devices, and variable solar message boards
• Flexible short‑term rental and permanent equipment solutions to support projects of any size
• A full-service sign division, offering construction, street, regulatory, and warning signage
• Professional sign installation, including proper height, spacing, materials, and support structures

With a strong focus on reliability and compliance, American Flagging provides the equipment, expertise, and personnel needed to maintain safe and efficient traffic flow across diverse work environments.

Why Work with Helix & American Flagging?

We’re a People‑first Organization With a Mission Centered On Safety And Service. When You Join American Flagging, You Become Part Of a Local, Experienced Team Backed By The Strength And Stability Of The Helix Traffic Solutions National Network. You’ll Find

• A strong culture of safety, accountability, and professionalism
• Hands‑on work that directly protects workers and the traveling public
• Access to training, certifications, and career growth opportunities
• The support of a national organization with the feel of a close‑knit local team

What To Expect

Our work is fast‑paced, hands‑on, and essential—and that’s exactly what makes it rewarding. Every role at American Flagging plays a vital part in keeping Northeast roadways safe and traffic moving efficiently. If you’re safety‑focused, dependable, and looking for a career with purpose, we’d be proud to have you on our team.

Traffic Control Apprentice

Pay: Starting at $20.00 per hour

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

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