What are the responsibilities and job description for the Traffic Control Specialist position at Circet USA?
Company Overview
Circet USA is the leading provider of Network Services in North America, and we're looking for talented professionals to join our team. We specialize in engineering and construction services delivering comprehensive solutions across Inside Plant, Outside Plant, and Wireless networks to meet the evolving infrastructure needs of our customers.
With nearly 50 years of industry experience, we work with major telecom service providers, MSOs, cloud service providers, and utilities. At Circet USA, you'll have the opportunity to make an impact by helping to create customized solutions that address our clients' unique challenges. If you’re passionate about innovation and thrive in a dynamic environment, we’d love to hear from you.
Circet USA’s benefits package includes the following:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
- Digital Health & Wellness Support
- Critical Illness, Accident, & Hospital Insurance
- Short-term & Long-term disability
- Group term & Voluntary life insurance
- Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
- Paid Time Off & 401K
- Company Discount Website
Job Summary and Responsibilities
Summary: The Traffic Control Specialist maintains a safe work area on highways, municipal roads, rights-of-way, and rural roads. They are responsible for regulating and directing traffic to keep it moving safely and smoothly. Under the general direction of the Traffic Control Supervisor, Traffic Control Agents are essential to keeping drivers and pedestrians safe on the road.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned:
- Setting up and maintaining traffic control devices such as cones, signs, barricades, and flagging materials to redirect or slow down traffic in construction area.
- Directing traffic using hand signals, flags, or other approved methods to ensure the safe passage of vehicles and pedestrians.
- Monitoring traffic flow and adjusting traffic control measures as necessary to maintain a smooth and safe traffic pattern.
- Providing clear and concise instructions to drivers to navigate through the work zone and avoid potential hazards.
- Communicating with construction crews, law enforcement, and other personnel to coordinate traffic control efforts and ensure everyone's safety.
- Reporting any traffic incidents, accidents, or unsafe conditions to appropriate authorities or supervisors.
- Assisting with the maintenance and repair of traffic control devices when needed.
- Following all applicable safety regulations and guidelines to minimize the risk of accidents or injuries.
- Maintaining a professional and courteous demeanor when interacting with the public, answering questions, and addressing concerns.
Qualifications
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, and/or QUALIFICATIONS
- Traffic Control Certification is required
- 2 years of traffic control experience is desired
- CDL desired
- Valid Driver’s license required
- Familiarity with traffic laws
- High School degree or equivalent required
- Ability to work in various outdoor environments, in all weather conditions, and to adapt to shifting schedules
- Ability to lift 50 lbs
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS/ REQUIREMENTS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Ability to read, analyze and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports and legal documents; ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies or members of the business community; ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from Executive Management, public groups clients and/or customers.
Able to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists; ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.
Circet USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer – M/F/Veteran/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity
