Traffic Control Apprentice - Jumpstart Safety Career + $250

Helix Traffic Solutions, LLC; Framingham (MA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retention bonus

Job summary

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.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

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

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Traffic control/ Flagger Certification

Job description

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.