(116) Traffic Control Specialist

Traffic Control Specialist

The Traffic Control Specialist is responsible for maintaining and providing traffic control according to all federal and state guidelines.

Required qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum of three (3) years' experience as a truck driver (dump truck, TMA, or anything with a gross vehicle weight (GVW) of 15K pounds or higher)
• A valid driver's license, good driving record, and the ability to drive company vehicles
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DOT medical card
• Certified traffic control in state where working or at federal level
• Ability to travel 50 75% by vehicle, with overnight travel throughout territory
• Willingness to work in a team environment

Preferred qualifications:

• Experience of previous work-related skill, knowledge or experience
• Valid state required herbicide license

Physical requirements:

• Must have the ability to sit, kneel, bend, stand, or walk for 8-11 hours a day
• Must have the ability to drive for extended periods of time
• Must have the ability to routinely lift, push, pull, or move equipment of 50 pounds or more
• Must have the ability to withstand exposure to various weather conditions while completing work assignments (rain, heat, humidity, sun, etc.)
• Must have the ability to walk, stand, and move through diverse types of terrain, including uneven ground and sloped embankments
• Must be willing to be in close proximity to wildlife such as snakes, stinging insects, spiders, and other species
• Must be able to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) as necessary

Duties and responsibilities:

• Demonstrate our five core values (Safety, Others, Integrity, Initiative, and Passion)
• Drive a truck mounted attenuator (TMA), or other support vehicle
• Direct vehicle traffic including flagging motorists and setting out signs and cones
• Provide support on the ground, when not driving a company vehicle, as needed
• Safely operate handheld and power equipment, as needed
• Perform pre/post trip inspections on assigned vehicle per DOT requirements
• Maintain a logbook in accordance with state and federal regulations and company policy
• Load and unload containers of materials, manually or using conveyors, hand-trucks, forklifts, or transfer augers according to safety training
• Prepare chemicals or materials for work application
• Verify that hazardous chemicals are handled, stored, and disposed of in accordance with regulations
• Perform preventative, routine maintenance on vehicles and heavy equipment
• Clean or service machinery to ensure operating efficiency
• Comply with all applicable traffic laws and regulations while operating a vehicle
• Adhere to safety procedures including conforming to all OSHA standards and properly using personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Adhere to company policies and procedures
• Confer with supervisors to make operational decisions
• Participate in company meetings, trainings and certification/licensure programs
• Prioritize building strong relationships by effectively communicating with our customers, their needs, and expectations, to delivering exceptional customer service and a positive experience
• Perform other duties as assigned

Travel required: Yes. 75% overnight travel

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Opterra Solutions, Inc.