Traffic Control Apprentice: Hands-On Safety Career

Helix Traffic Solutions, LLC; Summerville (SC); On-site; USD 18,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Company Paid Life Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Overtime Opportunities

Paid on-the-job Training

Referral Incentives

Competitive wage with regular raises

Advancement Opportunities

Great Company Culture

Job summary

The Traffic Control Apprentice role at PSG Traffic Services, part of Helix Traffic Solutions, is focused on maintaining safe traffic flow around construction zones. You will be the front line for safety, using signs, paddles, and signals to guide motorists and pedestrians.

Responsibilities include setting up work zones, coordinating with supervisors, and following safety guidelines. No prior experience is required, but a commitment to safety and reliability is essential.

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.
• Able to stand for extended periods (8+ hours) while maintaining focus.
• Be 20 years of age or older.
• Must be able to pass a drug screen.
• Must have a valid driver's license AND also 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).

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

Skills

Team Player

Safe traffic control

Clear communication

Attention to detail

Professional demeanor

Stand for long periods

Age 20+

Drug screen pass

Valid driver’s license

Lift up to 50 lbs

Work in all weather

High school diploma preferred

Traffic control/Flagger certification

Job description

The Traffic Control Apprentice role at PSG Traffic Services, part of Helix Traffic Solutions, is focused on maintaining safe traffic flow around construction zones. You will be the front line for safety, using signs, paddles, and signals to guide motorists and pedestrians.

Responsibilities include setting up work zones, coordinating with supervisors, and following safety guidelines. No prior experience is required, but a commitment to safety and reliability is essential.