Traffic Control Technician 1 (Columbia, Sc)

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

The TCT must maintain a safe work zone that ensures that traffic stays out of the way of the workers. This involves setting up and removing temporary cones, signs, variable message boards, and safety barriers that show traffic where to drive, as well as holding up signs that tells traffic to either stop or to proceed slowly. Traffic-control technicians must be constantly aware of both the construction and traffic activity taking place around them.

• Set-up signs, cones, etc. around work areas to divert traffic
• Support project as Flagger as needed to create a safe work area
• Follow all safety rules and regulations and wear proper safety equipment ( work boots – 6 inch with safety toe, hard hat and safety vest)
• Adhere to all Company Policies and Procedures
• Must be able to communicate to contractor employees, co-workers and supervisors effectively and manage truck inventory and job site materials and paperwork
• All other duties as assigned

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide highest level of customer service to all customers
• Complete daily paperwork accurately
• Work well in a team environment