Traffic Control Technician
hace 5 días
Waco
Job Description Traffic Control Technician – Protect Roadway Work Zones for Lite & Barricade Job Overview • Company: Lite & Barricade, • Salary/Pay Rate: $15.50 to $25.00 per hour, • Location: Waco, Texas, • Job/Employment Type: Full Time, • Project Scope: Commercial, Industrial, Government, or Federal Traffic Control Services, • Mandatory Licences & Certifications: None Required The Opportunity You will serve as a key line of defense for roadway crews and the traveling public by executing high-standard traffic control setups across Texas. This role gives you direct hands-on impact, offering paid training, certifications, and overtime potential with a trusted company that has led the industry for over 50 years. You will play a vital part in maintaining daily job site safety while advancing your career in utility and roadway infrastructure operations. How You Will Make an Impact • Report to Dispatch to receive daily assignments, then attend the crew briefing, review the traffic control plan, and complete stretch-and-flex exercises., • Load signs, barricades, cones, drums, and other equipment specified in the work order; make sure each load is properly secured., • Set up lane closures, shoulder closures, detours, and other work zones according to the plan and applicable TxDOT and/or MUTCD standards., • Inspect the work zone after setup, make adjustments as needed, and monitor it throughout the job. Reset knocked-over devices and replace damaged equipment., • Flag traffic when required., • Safely remove work-zone devices in the correct order when the job is complete., • Report damaged, missing, or non-compliant equipment to Dispatch or the crew lead., • Communicate with Dispatch, job-site inspectors, and customers to confirm project status and completion., • Complete work orders accurately, obtain the required customer signature, and report back to Dispatch for additional assignments., • Fuel and clean work trucks as needed, and wear required PPE at all times on the job., • Locations we are hiring for : Dallas, Waco, and Austin, Texas. Required Qualifications & Experience • Ability to perform heavy physical labor and lift up to 50 pounds frequently in outdoor environments., • Absolute willingness to work flexible schedules including early mornings, nights, weekends, and emergency callouts., • Strong communication skills and the ability to follow strict safety protocols in high-noise zones., • Must be able to read and write, • Dependable transportation Preferred Qualifications & Experience • Minimum of 1 year of experience in traffic control, roadway work, or commercial construction., • Valid Texas driver's license with a clean driving record., • Active Flagger Certification or Work Zone / Traffic Control Technician (TCT) credentials., • Prior working knowledge of TxDOT and MUTCD traffic control standards., • Bilingual in Spanish is a plus, • High school diploma or equivalent education/experience. Potential Pathways to Growth: • T1 — Entry level: New crew members complete orientation, including flagger training and hands-on equipment instruction, then finish the remaining T1 training during their first 90 days., • T2 — Developing technician: Advancement follows completion and demonstration of the next level of traffic-control training., • T3 — Advanced technician: The proposed level calls for more advanced capabilities and training equivalent to TCT/TCS coursework. Official certification cards are being considered at the supervisor stage rather than as a requirement for every T3., • Driver qualifications (D1/D2): These sit alongside the technician tiers rather than replacing them; driver training and qualifications are tracked separately., • Lead and Field Supervisor: Experienced technicians may take on crew-lead responsibilities based on technical ability and leadership skills. Field Supervisor is the next management step. Lead qualifications and compensation are not yet fully settled. Physical Requirements • Medium to heavy recurrent physical work. Must be able to lift 50lbs unassisted and 50lbs plus with assistance, to move, transport, install, and remove items., • Must be able to stand, walk, bend, kneel, and climb in and out of trucks repeatedly throughout the shift., • Visual acuity is constantly required to operate equipment and motor vehicles, watch for oncoming traffic, and make sure devices are placed accurately., • Constantly subject to outdoor weather conditions, including extreme Texas heat, cold, rain, and wind, with no effective protection., • Frequently subject to hazards including moving vehicles and high-speed traffic, moving mechanical parts, high heat, and uneven ground., • Frequently subject to noise at a level that may require the employee to shout in order to be heard., • Occasionally communicates with customers, inspectors, and employees in other departments. Must be able to exchange accurate information verbally and in writing. Compensation & Benefits • Weekly pay cycle with competitive hourly rates and overtime potential., • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance options., • Generous paid time off, • Paid company training and professional certification programs including OSHA, Fall Protection, and Lifts., • Travel per diem provided for projects outside the standard work area., • Full safety equipment (PPE), work uniforms, and company gear provided., • Employee referral bonus program and structured crew pay increases for certified members., • Annual bonus based on performance. About Us Lite & Barricade (DLB) has been the trusted name in Texas traffic control since 1969. As a family-built organization with over 50 years of excellence, we specialize in commercial, industrial, and government traffic safety solutions while investing heavily in our crews through paid training, safety certifications, and clear pathways for career advancement. Learn more about our company and services at https://dlbinc.net/. Lite & Barricade is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or any other status protected by law or regulations. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.
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