City Rise Traffic - Traffic Control Associate: Chico
$51,667–$81,557 year
On-siteChico, California, United States
Job Summary
Manage traffic flow around active road construction and utility work zones using "Stop" and "Slow" signals, two-way radios, and hand gestures. Coordinate traffic diversion, set up barricades and cones, and maintain equipment organization while ensuring safety for motorists, workers, and the public. Assist crew leaders in managing day-to-day work zone setup, maintenance, and tear-down to meet state and federal regulations. Drive company trucks as needed and communicate effectively with customers, the public, and team members. Maintain focus on safety and handle stressful situations to avoid injuries. Valid California driver's license and clean driving record required.
Required Qualifications
- Valid California Driver's License with a clean driving record
- Valid ATSSA Flagging certification
- Current LIUNA membership with journey person classification
- Ability to read and comprehend instructions, correspondence, and memos
- Ability to write clear instructions, explanations, and correspondence
- Ability to read, understand, and implement TCPs and follow industry guidelines
- Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization
- Close vision
- Distance vision
- Color vision
- Peripheral vision
- Depth perception
- Ability to adjust focus
- Ability to lift, carry, and place traffic cones up to 50 lbs
- Ability to use hands to handle, feel, or reach with arms to talk
- Ability to sit, stoop, or kneel
- Ability to lift, carry, pull, or place and assemble traffic control signs
- Ability to stand or walk for long periods while flagging in various weather conditions and different times of day/night
- Ability to recognize dangers using hearing and vision
- Ability to handle stressful situations and take safe action to avoid serious injuries
- Valid legal authorization to work in the United States
- Successful completion of a criminal background check
- Successful completion of a drug screening
Desired Qualifications
- Knowledge of the Caltrans MUTCD
- Can read and understand traffic control plans and permits
- Experience driving medium duty vehicles and towing trailers
- Bilingual in English/Spanish
- High School Diploma
- Minimum of 2 years' experience in a similar role
- Current LIUNA membership with Apprentice 1-4 classification
- Can establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers and others
- Can work independently with minimum supervision
- Strong interpersonal skills and professional demeanor
- Conflict resolution techniques
- Good customer service skills
- Multitasking, problem solving, and organizational skills
- Basic computer skills
- Flexible Schedule
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