Traffic Control Flagger/Laborer

CRH Americas • Irving, TX

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About The Position

Texas Materials, A CRH company, is a leading supplier of aggregates, asphalt, ready mixed concrete, and paving and construction services in Texas. Our focus is to provide quality products and reliable customer service with a safety-first mindset. We consider our employees our greatest strength and we make it our priority to invest in their development and well-being. When you work for Texas Materials, you are helping to support and build the infrastructure of Texas. The employee will be responsible for various flagging duties on construction and/or paving projects properly directing traffic in construction work zones in order to protect employees as well as property.

Requirements

• High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED) is preferred.
• Previous related experience in the construction field.
• Ability to meet attendance schedule with dependability and consistency.
• Ability to work independently and complete daily activities according to work schedule.
• Knowledge and/or previous related experience in work/construction zones.
• Previous knowledge of heavy equipment preferred but not required.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must pass pre-employment physical, drug screen and criminal background check.
• Strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook.
• Willingness to work in a team environment and assist co-workers or supervisors with other duties as required.
• Must be willing to travel and work away from home when required.
• Must be willing to work nights and weekends when necessary.

Responsibilities

• Maintain traffic controls in all assigned work zones.
• Report any problems to the Foreman, Superintendent, Safety Manager or Human Resources Manager.
• Understand general workflow patterns in work zones and ensure proper protocol and traffic requirements are followed.
• Assist in the placement, moving and dismantling of signs, barricades, cones and other traffic control devices.
• Direct movement of traffic through site, using sign, hand and flag signals.
• Inform construction workers when approaching vehicles fail to heed signals to prevent accidents and injury to workers.
• Inform drivers of detour routes through construction sites.
• Record license number of traffic control violators for police.
• Follow direction of foreman as to daily tasks and expectations for each specific project or jobsite.
• Ensure a safe work environment in compliance with all safety policies and procedures using the appropriate equipment and PPE for the task.
• Properly follow all company policies and OSHA/MSHA regulations for safe working procedures and the environment.
• Be kind and courteous to the traveling public, pedestrians, and co-workers.
• Regular and predictable attendance at assigned times is required.
• Flexibility to perform other duties as assigned.
• Perform general laborer duties when necessary.
• Dig, spread and level construction materials.

Benefits

• An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion.
• Competitive base pay.
• Medical, dental and disability benefits programs.
• Group retirement savings program.
• Health and wellness programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Nonmetallic Mineral Product Manufacturing
• Education Level: High school or GED