Traffic Controller - Austin WTX

Traffic Controller position – general labor with pay starting at $17.50 per hour. The role requires entry‑level experience and includes on‑job training. As a Traffic Controller, you will work with construction teams to maintain safe work zones, ensuring traffic does not pose a danger to workers. You must be certified in basic traffic safety techniques and set up cones, barriers, and signage to direct traffic. Continuous awareness of construction and traffic activity is required, and compliance with all safety regulations is mandatory. Responsibilities Setup, maintain, and remove temporary work zones including warning signs, traffic cones, and rumble strips in accordance with ATSSA and DOT regulations Load and unload work‑zone equipment to and from the company vehicle at the job site Complete and submit all necessary paperwork in a timely manner before leaving the last job site Wear and maintain proper PPE in accordance with Wright specific policy Ensure that company vehicles are kept clean and orderly and inform management of any safety concerns or vehicle problems Review start time and address of job site or meeting location as established and sent by office scheduler via company app Read and understand Wright safety manual and employee handbook Report directly to a Field Supervisor Other job duties as assigned Requirements Must be 18 years of age or older Valid driver’s license preferred Must have a smartphone with internet access for timekeeping and communication to receive work schedule Excellent communication skills Be able to work in all weather conditions and tolerate varying climates of heat, cold, and rain Pass a drug screen prior to employment and maintain a drug‑free status Be able to stand throughout your entire shift; hand and arm movement is required The position does not allow for frequent breaks Be able to lift 50 pounds Be physically capable of performing all flagging duties Have reliable transportation to and from job sites. All employees are permitted to drive their own vehicles to the job site or assigned meeting location. Equal Employment Opportunities Employer #J-18808-Ljbffr WD Wright Contracting