Traffic Control Technician - SWB

Southwest-Barricades; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Southwest Barricades is seeking a Traffic Control Technician in Phoenix, AZ to set up and manage safe work zones. On-the-job training is provided, with starting pay of $18/hour for new entrants and $20/hour for experienced candidates, based on qualifications.

The Tech works with construction teams to ensure safety for workers and the public. The position requires certification in traffic safety techniques and proven proficiency as a Traffic Control Technician.

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Smartphone with internet access for timekeeping and communication.
• Able to work in all weather conditions and tolerate varying climates.
• Pass a drug screen prior to employment and maintain a drug-free status.
• Able to stand throughout shift and perform hand/arm movements.
• Be able to lift 50 pounds.
• Have reliable transportation to and from job sites.

Responsibilities

• Be proficient in all Traffic Controller activities
• Setup, maintain, and remove temporary work zones including warning signs, and traffic cones, according to ATSSA and DOT regulations
• Load and unload work zone equipment to and from the company vehicle at the job site
• Complete and submit all necessary paperwork before leaving the last job site
• Wear and maintain proper PPE in accordance with Wright specific policy
• Ensure that company vehicles are kept clean and orderly and inform management of any safety concerns or vehicle problems
• Coordinate work operations with on-site foreman
• Review start time and address of job site or meeting location as established and sent by office scheduler via company app
• Drive the company vehicle in a safe manner when commuting to and from job sites
• Read and understand safety manual and employee handbook
• Other job duties as assigned

Skills

Traffic control

Driver's license

Job description

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Full Time Phoenix, AZ, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 1220

Salary Range: $18.00 To $20.00 Hourly

Overview

Southwest Barricades is hiring Traffic Control Technicians to set up and manage safe work zones. We offer on-the-job training and support your growth every step of the way. The starting hourly rate is $18/hr with out prior experience and is $20/hr for those with experience (determined based on experiences).

The Traffic Control Technician works with construction teams to ensure that vehicles and pedestrians do not interfere with, or pose a danger to, laborers and their projects. Candidates must be certified in traffic safety techniques and are required to have demonstrated proficiency as a Traffic Control Technician. The Technician must create a safe work zone that ensures traffic does not cause a threat to the workers. This involves setting up cones and barriers that show traffic where to drive, as well as holding up signs that tell traffic to either stop or to proceed slowly. Technicians must constantly be aware of both the construction and traffic activity taking place around them. Compliance with all safety regulations is mandatory.

The Technician's principal activities are coordinating with on‑site foremen, performing traffic control and flagging duties at assigned job sites, including setting up, maintaining, and removing temporary work zones. Driving or traveling from the employee’s home to the job site (or, if applicable, assigned meeting location) and from the job site (or, if applicable, assigned meeting location) to the employee’s home, whether in a personal or company vehicle, is not a principal activity of this position and constitutes non‑compensable commuting time under the Fair Labor Standards Act and applicable state law.

Responsibilities

• Be proficient in all Traffic Controller activities
• Setup, maintain, and remove temporary work zones including warning signs, and traffic cones, according to ATSSA and DOT regulations
• Load and unload work zone equipment to and from the company vehicle at the job site
• Complete and submit all necessary paperwork before leaving the last job site
• Wear and maintain proper PPE in accordance with Wright specific policy
• Ensure that company vehicles are kept clean and orderly and inform management of any safety concerns or vehicle problems
• Coordinate work operations with on‑site foreman
• Review start time and address of job site or meeting location (if applicable) as established and sent by office scheduler via company app
• Drive the company vehicle in a safe manner when commuting to and from job sites, if employee chooses to use a company vehicle for commuting
• Read and understand safety manual and employee handbook
• Other job duties as assigned

Requirements

• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record is mandatory for employees who elect to use a company vehicle
• Must have a smartphone with internet access for timekeeping and communication to receive work schedule
• Be able to work in all weather conditions and tolerate varying climates of heat, cold, and rain
• Pass a drug screen prior to employment and maintain a drug free status
• Be able to stand throughout your entire shift, hand and arm movement is required
• The position does not allow for frequent breaks
• Be able to lift 50 pounds
• Be physically capable of performing all flagging duties
• Have reliable transportation to and from job sites. All employees are permitted to drive their own vehicles to the job site or assigned meeting location. Driving of, or riding with, crew members to and from the job site or assigned meeting location, whether in a personal or company vehicle, is voluntary carpooling for the convenience of the employees.