Traffic Control Specialist

An Equal Opportunity Employer

We are a Dynamic and Flexible Construction Company that strives to exceed our clients' needs. Action Traffic Maintenance, Inc. is a family-owned business with over 40 years of expertise and three generations working side by side.

We have grown to over 130 employees specializing in road signs, traffic control, guardrail, high-tension cable barriers, and fencing. We construct the most cost-effective and desirable products by working directly with owners' architects, designers, and representatives. We aim to provide premium workmanship at a great value while maintaining a safety-first environment.

We are hiring team members to join our Traffic Control Division, which serves the entire state of Michigan.

Benefits:

We offer all employees competitive Compensation with rates ranging from $20/hr. to $24/hr. at the same time, driving and prevailing wage rates while working on-site. Our benefits package includes health with an HSA option, dental, vision, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid sick time, and Retirement 401(k).

Position Summary:

A Traffic Control Technician within each division is responsible for the day-to-day setup and removal of traffic control equipment in work zones. Ensuring the project is accomplished accurately and safely.

Job Responsibilities:

• Work as a team with all crew members to accomplish the setup or removal of all project plans, including but not limited to maintaining and
• Ability to work as a flagger on projects for various road conditions while maintaining safety and flagger responsibilities.
• Responsible for loading and unloading equipment onto and off work vehicles.
• Working along the highway, setting up traffic control closures & signing both temporary and permanent.
• Placement of all signs, traffic cones/drums, message boards, and arrow boards per the specifications of each project plan.
• Communicate with the Foreman about any conflicts in setting up or removing a project or existing field conditions.
• As well as other duties as assigned.

This is a fast-paced, outdoor environment with many opportunities to grow.

Minimum Qualifications:

The requirements listed below represent the knowledge, skills, abilities, and minimum qualifications necessary to perform the position's essential functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the job.

Requirements include the following:

• Valid Driver's License
• CDL A or B preferred, but not required
• Must pass a DOT Physical and Drug Screen
• Dependable Transportation
• Problem-solving skills
• Works well in a team environment where situations and demands change daily.
• This position requires working nights, weekends, and out-of-town to complete projects that could last a week(s) at a time.
• This position requires working in all weather conditions, including, but not limited to, rain, snow, cold, and heat.

Skills and Experience:

• Construction Experience
• Strong Communication Skills
• Positive attitude
• Strong work ethic and dependable
• Basic Math Skills
• Ability to accurately read a level and a tape measure.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here represent those an employee encounters while performing the job's essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, sit, walk, climb, use hands and fingers, talk, and hear. Standing for prolonged periods. The employee uses hand strength to grasp tools and climb ladders or uneven terrain. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms, such as operating and repairing vibrating machinery, using wrenches, hand tools, etc., and operating motorized equipment and vehicles. The employee must lift or push/pull objects up to 75 lbs. without assistance.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently works near moving traffic and equipment and is exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and the risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.

An Equal Opportunity Employer