Job Description
Traffic Control Technician MasTec Communications Group is a leading national infrastructure construction company operating across the United States. MasTec Communications Group provides nationwide communication cable and wireless services. We are experts in building cellular towers, RF engineering, installing broadband fiber optic cables, OSP engineering, cable construction, and emergency maintenance services. At MasTec, you will join a family where we are dedicated to supporting each other and building a team-oriented work environment. As part of our team, your opportunities are limitless. Responsibilities The Traffic Control Technician will help control vehicular traffic movement on construction projects by performing the following tasks: Maintain a constant and unyielding focus on safety in all job functions. Distribute traffic control signals and markers along the site in a designated pattern. Manage the installation, maintenance, and daily dismantling of the work zone, meeting or exceeding client, state, and company expectations. Lift, load, and place traffic cones weighing up to 50 pounds to ensure the safety of the work zone. Lift, load, place, and assemble traffic control signals in the proper order to manage traffic in the work zone. Keep equipment in the trucks well-organized and operational. Develop superior knowledge of the work zone setup, design, and professional signaling responsibilities, and be willing to share this knowledge with team members. Direct traffic movement on site, using hand signals and flags. Warn workers and drivers when an approaching vehicle does not heed signals to prevent accidents and worker injuries. Inform drivers of detour routes through construction sites. Record the license plate number of traffic control violators for the police. Give a hand signal to the last driver in the uni-directional traffic queue to the flagger at the opposite end of the site, signaling authorization for reverse traffic flow. Write and review maintenance and incident reports for site problems or concerns. Qualifications About You: Valid drivers license with a good driving record. 1 year of experience. Knowledge and skills in implementing federal and state regulations for safety in work zones and traffic control. Understanding of manual uniform traffic control device (MUTCD) standards and the translation of these to control traffic using appropriate devices and techniques. Knowledge of construction site safety regulations and the ability to comply with them. 500 hours of traffic control signaling experience. Basic understanding of construction work sites. Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays if required. Compensation is $24 to $26.50 per hour, depending on experience. Benefits The hard work you put in is rewarded. Heres what youll get for your effort: Financial Security: 401(k) with company match. Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP). Life insurance. Short and long-term disability. Boot Allowance: Vale for Red Wing boots. Health and Wellness: Medical, dental, and vision insurance. Flexible dependent care expenses. Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Work-Life Balance: Paid time off. Paid holidays. Medical and family leave. Sick time. We meet your commitment with a competitive salary and benefits. If this sounds like you, lets talk. Build your career with MasTec! MasTec, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. The Companys policy is to not unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status, or any other reason prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also the policy of MasTec to comply with all applicable state, federal, and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring and promotion decisions.