Job Details

Job Summary

The Traffic Technician performs labor as a Traffic Control Technician. This is an entry-level field position (outdoors) involving driving a company vehicle and setting up devices: cones, signs, barricades, water-filled k-rail, etc. on the job site per MUTCD guidelines. Flag traffic to ensure a safe work zone for NTS-TS customers, employees, and the public.

Key Responsibilities

• Lift, carry, load, and unload traffic control devices, including signs, barricades, pavement marking materials, etc.
• Set up and remove crash cushions, signs, and traffic control items at a jobsite.
• Read and follow Traffic Control Plans and properly lay out the traffic equipment per the Traffic Control Plan.
• Operate towing arrow panels, message boards, light towers, & trailers.
• Operate company trucks to transport materials and equipment to and from job sites.
• Repair equipment, assemble signs and perform all other shop work required to prepare for onsite traffic control.
• Always follow company policies and safety regulations.
• Keep accurate and timely job logs and return them to the office daily.
• Communicate with General Manager and Supervisor to ensure they adequately informed on the project's progress.
• Other responsibilities as assigned

Knowledge and Skills

• Excellent communication skills verbal and written to enhance relationships with customers.

• Quick learner, attention to detail, and adaptability skills
• Excellent problem-solving and organization skills
• Emotional Intelligence and strong collaboration skills
• Basic knowledge in Microsoft Office
• Proficient knowledge of traffic regulations

Qualifications

1. Minimum (1) one year' experience working in Traffic Technician preferred
2. Must possess a clean and valid California Driver's License and DMV record by hire date.

Why work for NTS? We offer a competitive salary with a generous and comprehensive benefit package, including:

• Excellent medical, dental, and vision plans
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match and immediate vesting
• Team Ownership Program (TOP) grants an annual stock award to every active full-time employee. TOP is unique for a privately held company but is offered to show how much we value our employees!
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts
• Basic and Voluntary life and disability insurance
• Paid Time Off that is either awarded or begins to accrue on the first pay period
• 8 paid holidays
• Birthday and Work Anniversary holidays after one year of service
• Incentive bonus plans
• Educational assistance

About Us: At National Trench Safety we specialize in the rental and sale of excavation safety products. NTS is proud of our reputation for supplying the highest quality trench, safety equipment, and rental fleet while providing an unparalleled level of service. We equip job sites with everything from a barricade to complete site-specific trench shoring plan as well as the equipment required to execute the plan.

About our Team: At National Trench Safety (NTS), our team of employees is our most valuable asset and one of our customers' greatest resources. NTS was built around a team of experienced industry professionals, and as NTS continues to grow we continue to attract talented individuals. The NTS team contains some of the industry's most respected and recognized trench safety veterans. NTS is a customer service-focused organization, which can be reflected in the company's culture and commitment to its customers.

NTS is an equal opportunity employer M/F/D/V. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, nation origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.