Traffic Control Technician

AWP Safety•Boise, ID

5d•Onsite

About The Position

AWP Safety is seeking motivated individuals to join their team as a Traffic Control Technician. This role is ideal for those who enjoy working in varied environments and are looking for a dynamic career that does not require a college degree. As a Senior Protector, this position supports AWP's mission to protect customers' people, businesses, and time by controlling traffic flow in work zones using hand signals and a STOP/SLOW paddle. The technician will review and implement traffic control plans, coordinate with customers to ensure worker safety, and maintain safe work zones.

Requirements

Traffic Control Technician (TCT) Certification or 2000+ verifiable hours required.
High School Diploma or GED completion required.
Valid Driver’s License void of suspension or revocation.
Strong communication skills.
Must be able to follow safe workplace practices.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience preferred in temporary traffic control services, utility industry, or construction industry.
Excellent verbal and nonverbal communication skills.
Intermediate computer skills including Microsoft Office products and customer relationship management systems.

Responsibilities

Set up, maintain, and remove Advance Warning Signs, Channelizing Devices, and other traffic control devices according to Federal, State, and/or Local Temporary Traffic Control Guidelines and Temporary Traffic Control Plans for simple and intermediate complexity work zones.
Maintain a Flagger Station by standing and controlling road users through the use of hand signals with a STOP/SLOW Paddle.
Drive a company vehicle to transport equipment, trailers, and team members to and from work sites safely and in a timely manner. May also pull lightweight trailered equipment.
Effective radio communication with team members on work site.
Follow all company safety procedures and practices.
Notify Supervisor of any potential safety issues or incidents.
Achieve organizational required training within timeframe established by Project Manager or Facility Manager.
Provide on-the-job training, coaching, and mentoring to Protector.
Other duties as assigned.