Maintenance of Traffic Laborers Drivers

Overview

Acme Barricades is hiring for a Maintenance of Traffic (MOT) laborer to perform temporary traffic control operations on a roadway construction project. The role involves maintaining traffic in a work zone while ensuring public safety and compliance with applicable regulations, company policies, and safety guidelines.

• Set up and maintain traffic control devices, signs, and lights in work zones
• Set up and maintain MOT activities including detours and lane closures
• Coordinate with on-site client representatives or officials
• Load/unload equipment and deliver/pick up equipment from customer jobsites
• Coordinate activities of traffic control laborers to ensure compliance with MOT guidelines
• Make recommendations on existing conditions to coordinate procedures for traffic maintenance
• Complete daily paperwork and reports as required by supervisor
• Operate a company vehicle if approved and maintain Motor Vehicle Record standards
• Perform other duties as assigned

• Minimum of 1 year in Maintenance of Traffic / Temporary Traffic Control or related industry (e.g., road construction, highway maintenance)
• High School Diploma or GED

• Competitive pay and opportunities for growth
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Vacation and PTO (paid time off)
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Performance bonus
• Overtime opportunities

• If approved driver, valid license and knowledge of local driving rules and regulations
• Pass initial drug screening and background check
• Maintain company standards post-employment for background checks, driving record, and drug testing
• Capable of repeated physical effort including long periods of driving, standing, walking, and lifting at least 50 pounds; work from elevated platforms or truck beds; and operate in work zones around moving vehicles
• Operate hand/power tools and use keyboards and smartphones; maintain physical dexterity
• Maintain awareness of surroundings on construction sites and respect safety protocols
• Vision and hearing adequate to read signs and hear commands; safe outdoor work in varying environmental conditions
• Flexible schedule including potential night shifts, weekends, and holidays
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team; clear written and verbal communication