Waste Facility Traffic Controller: Safety & Directing

Salt Lake County; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Salt Lake County seeks a Traffic Control position at solid waste facilities to direct vehicles, enforce safety rules, and inspect for prohibited materials. The role requires ensuring safe, efficient unloading and clear communication with the public.

Ideal candidates will have at least 1 year in traffic control or related fields, a Utah driver’s license, and the ability to pass a drug test with ongoing alcohol/drug screening. Outdoor work in all weather is expected.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of closely related traffic control or construction-site experience.
• Valid Utah driver’s license required at hire; must obtain County license within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Directs vehicles to unloading areas at solid waste facilities.
• Enforces agency safety requirements and procedures; takes appropriate action.
• Inspects vehicles for prohibited/hazardous waste materials in coordination with inspection staff.
• Communicates with the public regarding services and where to unload solid, recyclable, and hazardous waste.
• Picks up litter, sweeps areas, and moves recyclables to proper locations.
• Completes daily work reports and logs.
• Operates basic equipment as needed.

Skills

Direct traffic

Hazardous materials

Two-way radio

Tools

Two-way radio

Job description

Salt Lake County seeks a Traffic Control position at solid waste facilities to direct vehicles, enforce safety rules, and inspect for prohibited materials. The role requires ensuring safe, efficient unloading and clear communication with the public.

Ideal candidates will have at least 1 year in traffic control or related fields, a Utah driver’s license, and the ability to pass a drug test with ongoing alcohol/drug screening. Outdoor work in all weather is expected.