Traffic Control Person

Job Description:

Traffic Control Person (TCP):

Job Summary: The TCP assists with the setup and tear down of the traffic pattern in addition to directing traffic through the work zone in a safe and efficient manner.

Reports To: Traffic Control Agents

The Traffic Control Person works with construction teams to ensure that automobiles and pedestrians do not interfere with, or pose a danger to, laborers and their projects. Candidates must become certified in basic traffic safety techniques by attending a training class provided by the company. The Traffic Control Person must create a safe work zone that ensures traffic does not cause a threat to the workers. This involves setting up cones and barriers that show traffic where to drive, as well as holding up signs that tell traffic to either stop or to proceed slowly. Traffic Control Person must constantly be aware of both the construction and traffic activity taking place around them. Compliance with all safety regulations is mandatory.

Responsibilities:

• Setup, maintain, and remove temporary work zones including warning signs, traffic cones, and rumble strips according to Temporary Workplace Traffic Control Manual
• 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 company policy
• Other job duties as assigned

Requirements:

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Valid driver’s license preferred
• Excellent communication skills
• Be able to work in all weather conditions and tolerate varying climates of heat, cold, and rain
• 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. Driving of, or riding with, crew members to and from the job site or assigned meeting location, whether in a personal or company vehicle, is voluntary carpooling for the convenience of the employees.

Educational Requirements:

• Ability to pass the provincial Traffic Control Person Course

Tagged as: 75110