Traffic Control Tech I (60078)

Barricades Unlimited•Midland, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

A Traffic Control Technician (TCT) in Texas plays a crucial role in ensuring the smooth and safe flow of traffic. This position involves the installation and maintenance of various traffic control devices such as traffic signals, road signs, barriers, and pavement markings, including both new installations and repairing or replacing damaged items. During road construction, accidents, or other incidents, a TCT will implement temporary traffic control measures to manage and redirect traffic safely, often involving setting up cones, barrels, and signs to guide drivers and ensure roadwork is conducted safely. Regular inspections of traffic control equipment are required to ensure everything is functioning properly, including checking signal timing, the visibility of signs, and the condition of road markings. A TCT works closely with other municipal departments, construction crews, and law enforcement to plan and execute traffic control strategies, especially during major roadwork or events that impact traffic flow. Compliance with state and federal regulations, including the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD), is essential. In case of accidents or hazardous conditions, the TCT will respond quickly to set up appropriate traffic control measures to prevent further incidents and ensure safety.

Requirements

Be at least 21 years old.
Possess a valid Texas driver's license.
Pre-employment Drug Screen required.
Ability to accept direction and feedback from Traffic Control Crew Chief and follow through appropriately.
Ability to adjust to changes in work tasks or environment.
Ability to read, understand and carry out written instructions and present questions when instructions are unclear.
Ability to read, understand and carry out verbal instructions and present questions when instructions are unclear.
Ability to maintain a positive attitude.
Mechanical aptitude, performing routine maintenance and repair on equipment.
Map reading skills with the ability to find locations, navigate to job sites and navigate back to warehouse.
Complete deliveries when needed.
Knowledge of various tools and equipment used in the field and ability to select the appropriate tool or equipment to perform task at hand.
Ability to operate in an organized and time efficient manner.
Ability to speak clearly and convey information to others in an effective manner.
Ability to take direction from Traffic Control Crew Chief or take initiative if exact direction has not been assigned.
Ability to work extended hours, days, and weekends when necessary.
Reading, writing and arithmetic skills.

Responsibilities

Setting up and maintaining traffic control devices such as traffic signals, road signs, barriers, and pavement markings.
Installing new equipment and repairing or replacing damaged items.
Implementing temporary traffic control measures to manage and redirect traffic safely during road construction, accidents, or other incidents.
Setting up cones, barrels, and signs to guide drivers and ensure roadwork is conducted safely.
Regular inspections of traffic control equipment to ensure everything is functioning properly.
Checking signal timing, the visibility of signs, and the condition of road markings.
Working closely with other municipal departments, construction crews, and law enforcement to plan and execute traffic control strategies.
Ensuring that all traffic control measures comply with state and federal regulations, including the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD).
Responding quickly to set up appropriate traffic control measures to prevent further incidents and ensure safety in case of accidents or hazardous conditions.
Arrive at the shop/yard and be prepared to work at the beginning of the shift.
Follow work instructions to ensure consistent service and product quality.
Recommend measures to improve efficiency, service quality, product quality and safety.
Maintain all work areas, vehicles and work sites in a neat and orderly fashion.
Load and unload materials and equipment on site.
Notify Traffic Control Supervisor of any quality or safety related concerns.
Demonstrate initiative by evaluating situations, making decisions based on facts an solid judgments.
Act in a manner that represents the professional manner reflecting the company's values and principles.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Traffic Control Supervisor.