Traffic Control Tech III (59259)

Barricades Unlimited•Bracken, TX

25d

About The Position

This is a supervisory position. The Traffic Control Tech III is accountable for the safety, quality, and efficiency of his work and his crew. The Traffic Control Tech III reports directly to the Traffic Control Supervisor and Crew Chief. REQUIREMENTS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to complete all areas outlined for this position in a satisfactory manner. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities necessary to meet the minimum job requirements of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent
Valid Texas driver’s license in good standing
No at fault accidents or driving violations in the past 3 years
Successful completion of ATSSA Traffic Control Technician and Traffic Control Supervisor Course. OR TEEX Work Zone Traffic Control and Work Zone Responsible Person
Must be at least 21 Years of Age
Two (2) years of Traffic Control experience
Ability to accept direction and feedback from Traffic Control Supervisor and 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
Good working knowledge of traffic control
Ability to program, maintain and repair arrow boards and message boards
Skilled in setting up basic traffic control layout
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
Active listening skills where others are given full attention, taking time to understand what is being said, asking to follow up questions if necessary.
Ability to operate in an organized and time efficient manner
Ability to read and understand work instructions, plans, drawings, etc.
Ability to work extended hours, days, nights and weekends, On Call. when necessary.
Reading, writing and arithmetic skills
Must have the ability to sit, stand and walk for extended periods of time while performing job functions.
The employee must have a full range of body movements including the use of their hands to fingers, handle equipment and tools. The ability to bend the body, crouch, kneel and crawl to reach for objects is required.
The employee must have command of the following senses: sight, hearing, and touch. Specific abilities include: vision must be able to discern colors, as well as depth perception.
The employee must have the ability to lift 50 pounds with regularity.

Responsibilities

Arrive at the shop 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
Program, maintain and repair arrow boards and message boards
Notify Traffic Control Supervisor or Traffic Control Crew Chief of any quality or safety related concerns
Keep Traffic Control Supervisor and Crew Chief informed on all ongoing activities
Demonstrate initiative by evaluating situations, making decisions based on facts and solid judgments
Act in a manner that represents the professional manner reflecting the company’s values and principles
Perform duties in an independent manner with little supervision
Maintain a cooperative working relationship with employees
Constantly look for and suggest ways to perform duties and responsibilities more effectively, what we call “Act Like an Owner.”
Perform all duties in a manner that is compliant with all applicable regulatory bodies, i.e. Texas DOT.
Perform other duties and tasks as may be assigned by the Traffic Control supervisor and Crew Chief or Director of Traffic Control