Traffic Control Labor

Traffic Control Assistant

Founded in 1996, CMES, Inc. is a rapidly growing, privately held Georgia-based civil construction company. We are seeking to add a Traffic Control Assistant to our team to support our continued rapid growth within the highway construction industry.

The Traffic Control Assistant will be responsible for supporting the safe flow of traffic by setting up and maintaining temporary traffic control devices, directing vehicles and pedestrians around construction sites or disruptions, and ensuring compliance with traffic regulations, working under the supervision of the Traffic Control Coordinator.

• Setting up traffic control devices such as cones, barricades, and other traffic control equipment according to project plans and safety guidelines.
• Directing traffic by guiding vehicles and pedestrians around construction zones, accidents, or other road disruptions using hand signals and flags.
• Maintaining traffic control zones by regularly checking control devices for proper placement and functionality, making adjustments as necessary.
• Responding to emergencies by assisting in managing traffic during unexpected situations like accidents or road closures.
• Maintaining safety by ensuring all traffic control devices are placed in a safe and visible manner, adhering to relevant safety regulations.
• Coordinating with construction crews, law enforcement, and other relevant parties to ensure smooth traffic flow.
• Keeping work areas clean by removing and storing traffic control devices once the work is completed.
• Exhibits CMES Inc. Company Core Values (Respect, Trust, Humility, Dedication, Appreciation) in all day-to-day interactions.
• Other duties as assigned. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

• 1-3 years proven work experience in a similar role.
• Traffic Control Installer Certification (Preferred)
• Knowledge of traffic control regulations and best practices.
• Ability to set up and maintain traffic control devices.
• Valid driver's license.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including ability to effectively communicate.
• Ability to work independently and to carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines, and standard accepted practices.
• Ability to follow and adhere to established safety procedures.
• CDL preferred

Construction sites, Road maintenance projects in outside-weather conditions that can include inclement weather, heat, humidity, etc. The employee is occasionally exposed to a variety of extreme conditions at construction sites. Compensation: $18.00 - $21.00 per hour

CMES, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer M/F/V/H/AA. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. CMES, Inc. is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty or status as a covered veteran, and without regard to any other characteristic, protected by applicable law, all in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

CMES, Inc. complies with applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including hiring, placement, classification, promotion, termination, compensation, benefits, job training, and other aspects of employment.