Road Construction Traffic Control - Apprentice

Helix Traffic Solutions • Colorado Springs, CO

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Apprentice RESPONSIBILITES: Stand in position at the site and watch for road traffic to protect equipment and employees and the travelling public. Ensure that proper safety equipment is always worn at the job sites. Perform other work-related duties as assigned. Ability to receive and communicate specific instructions clearly, firmly, and courteously. Ability to move and maneuver quickly to avoid danger from errant vehicles. Ability to control signaling devices (such as paddles) to provide clear and positive guidance to drivers approaching traffic control zone. Ability to understand and apply safe traffic control practices, sometimes in stressful or emergency situations. Ability to recognize dangerous traffic situations and warn workers in sufficient time. Flagger Candidates MUST have flagger certification and valid ID. Must have reliable transportation. Must be willing to work all weather conditions. Overtime, Night and Weekend work may be required. There is no set schedule. You MUST have the ability to lift weights of 50lbs occasionally when assisting in loading/ setting signs, stands, cones and other traffic control devices. Must be physically capable of performing required work. Must be able to stand for long periods of time while keeping focused. Physically capable of performing required work. MUST be reliable, courteous, and professional always.

Requirements

• Flagger certification
• Valid ID
• Reliable transportation
• Willing to work all weather conditions
• Ability to receive and communicate specific instructions clearly, firmly, and courteously.
• Ability to move and maneuver quickly to avoid danger from errant vehicles.
• Ability to understand and apply safe traffic control practices, sometimes in stressful or emergency situations.
• Ability to lift weights of 50lbs occasionally
• Must be physically capable of performing required work.
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time while keeping focused.
• Reliable
• Courteous
• Professional

Responsibilities

• Stand in position at the site and watch for road traffic to protect equipment and employees and the travelling public.
• Ensure that proper safety equipment is always worn at the job sites.
• Perform other work-related duties as assigned.
• Control signaling devices (such as paddles) to provide clear and positive guidance to drivers approaching traffic control zone.
• Recognize dangerous traffic situations and warn workers in sufficient time.
• Assist in loading/ setting signs, stands, cones and other traffic control devices.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed