Traffic Control Laborer I

Peak Utility Services Group•Commerce City, CO

7d•$24 - $26•Onsite

About The Position

The Traffic Control Laborer I will be responsible for going into residential and commercial areas working on underground utilities and working with their crew to complete tasks for the day. Must perform all Traffic Control Laborer essential duties and responsibilities. These crews are responsible for going into residential and commercial areas working on underground utilities and working with their crew to complete tasks for the day.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED required.
Experience in a laboring position in the utilities or underground utilities field.
Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid State of Residence Driver’s License is required within two weeks of employment.
Candidates must pass criminal and Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) background checks and pass a pre-employment drug screen.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with underground utilities desired.
Previous experience in traffic control is a plus.
An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted on a year-to-year basis.
CDL A is a plus
Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus

Responsibilities

Assist crew leader in construction/ reconstruction and maintenance work.
Assist equipment operators, swamping, hand digging, locating underground obstructions.
Work with specialized equipment including jackhammers, rotary drills, power actuated fasteners and other necessary tools.
Signal equipment operators to facilitate alignment, movement, and adjustment of machinery, equipment, and materials.
Work safely around backhoes, excavators, trenchers and dump truck.
Clean and prepare construction sites to eliminate possible hazards.
Deliver, install, and remove road closure devices and traffic control setup in accordance with MUTCD standards and local guidelines.
Set up and monitor traffic control zones, including signage, barriers, cones and various other traffic control equipment.
Transport equipment and materials to and from job sites; ensure vehicles and loads are secured.
Maintain accurate daily logs, field notes, and required paperwork related to site setup, inspections, and sign inventory.
Communicate with site supervisors and law enforcement or public safety officials as needed to coordinate closures.
Ensure all temporary traffic control devices are compliant and properly maintained.
Assist with on-site setup as needed, including basic labor tasks and tool handling.
Performs other duties as assigned.