Job Overview
Join our dynamic team as a Traffic Control Technician / TMA Truck Operator and play a vital role in ensuring safety and efficiency on construction and maintenance sites. In this energetic position, you will operate traffic control devices, including TMA (Truck Mounted Attenuator) trucks, to safeguard workers and motorists. Your expertise in heavy equipment operation and traffic management will help create a secure environment while supporting ongoing construction projects. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work outdoors, utilize your heavy machinery skills, and contribute to infrastructure development with a company committed to safety and excellence.
Duties
- Operate TMA trucks to provide mobile traffic control and protect work zones from vehicular hazards
- Set up and maintain traffic control devices such as cones, barriers, signs, and flagging equipment to direct traffic flow effectively
- Assist with the operation of heavy machinery including dozers, loaders, backhoes, graders, front loader trucks, and dump trucks as needed for site preparation or material handling
- Conduct utility locating to identify underground utilities before excavation or paving activities
- Support paving operations by coordinating traffic flow around paving crews and ensuring safety protocols are followed
- Monitor construction sites for safety compliance, report hazards, and assist in emergency response procedures
- Maintain accurate logs of work performed, equipment used, and safety inspections for documentation purposes
Requirements
- Proven experience in construction site operations with knowledge of heavy equipment such as dozers, loaders, backhoes, graders, and dump trucks
- Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record; CDL license preferred but not required
- Demonstrated ability to operate TMA trucks safely and efficiently in various weather conditions
- Familiarity with utility locating techniques and equipment (e.g., CAT (Caterpillar) systems) is highly desirable
- Strong understanding of traffic control standards and safety regulations applicable to construction zones
- Ability to work outdoors for extended periods, often standing or walking on uneven surfaces
- Excellent communication skills for coordinating with team members and directing traffic effectively
Join us in creating safer roads and thriving communities! This role is perfect for motivated individuals eager to apply their heavy equipment skills while ensuring the safety of workers and the public. We value proactive team players who take pride in their work and are committed to maintaining high safety standards every day.
Pay: $18.00 - $24.00 per hour
Work Location: On the road
