Traffic Control Flagger/Laborer

 
 

Job ID:  515463

 

Texas Materials, A CRH company, is a leading supplier of aggregates, asphalt, ready mixed concrete, and paving and construction services in Texas. Our focus is to provide quality products and reliable customer service with a safety-first mindset.  We consider our employees our greatest strength and we make it our priority to invest in their development and well-being. When you work for Texas Materials, you are helping to support and build the infrastructure of Texas.

 

Position Overview.

The employee will be responsible for various flagging duties on construction and/or paving projects properly directing traffic in construction work zones in order to protect employees as well as property.

 

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain traffic controls in all assigned work zones.  Report any problems to the Foreman, Superintendent, Safety Manager or Human Resources Manager.
• Responsible for understanding general workflow patterns in work zones and ensuring proper protocol and traffic requirements are followed and discussed with foreman/supervisor.
• Assist in the placement, moving and dismantling of signs, barricades, cones and other traffic control devices.
• Direct movement of traffic through site, using sign, hand and flag signals.
• Inform construction workers when approaching vehicles fail to heed signals to prevent accidents and injury to workers.
• Inform drivers of detour routes through construction sites.
• Record license number of traffic control violators for police.
• Follow direction of foreman as to daily tasks and expectations for each specific project or jobsite.
• Ensure a safe work environment in compliance with all safety policies and procedures using the appropriate equipment and PPE for the task.
• Properly follow all company policies and OSHA/MSHA regulations for safe working procedures and the environment.
• Be kind and courteous to the traveling public, pedestrians, and co-workers.
• Regular and predictable attendance at assigned times is required.
• Flexibility to perform other duties as assigned.
• Perform general laborer duties when necessary.
• Dig, spread and level construction materials.

 

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. 

 

Education/Experience

• High school diploma or General Education Degree GED is preferred.
• Previous related experience in the construction field.

 

Knowledge/Skill Requirements

• Ability to meet attendance schedule with dependability and consistency.
• Ability to work independently and complete daily activities according to work schedule.
• Knowledge and/or previous related experience in work/construction zones.
• Previous knowledge of heavy equipment preferred but not required.

 

Work Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must pass pre-employment physical, drug screen and criminal background check.
• Strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook.
• Willingness to work in a team environment and assist co-workers or supervisors with other duties as required.
• Must be willing to travel and work away from home when required.
• Must be willing to work nights and weekends when necessary.
• Individuals are required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) in designated operations and production areas as stated by OSHA and/or MSHA. Protective equipment that may be required, but not limited to, for this position is: Face Shield, Safety (hard toe) Shoes, and Coveralls.
• Compliance with all OSHA and/or MSHA regulations

 

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.