Job Summary
The Traffic Control Drawer is responsible for designing and drafting temporary traffic control plans in Auto Cad using standards as defined by the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) and the Work Area Traffic Control Handbook (WATCH) including the implementation of basic traffic engineering principles
Key Responsibilities
- Study construction plan and determine what will be required to accommodate scope of work for the contractor or event coordinator.
- Prepare drawings of proposed traffic control or other control devices for roadwork and events that encroach into the public right of way, using Auto Cad.
- Plan, design, and improve components of traffic control systems to accommodate current and projected traffic, and to increase usability and efficiency.
- Prepare graphs, charts, diagrams, and other aids to illustrate any issues or concerns that may need to be noted on the traffic control plan.
- Provide technical knowledge regarding traffic control devices to other traffic technicians.
- Review traffic control/barricade plans with city, county, and state agencies to obtain permits for encroachment, parades, and other special events and for construction work that affects rights-of-way, aiding with plan preparation or revision as necessary.
- Visit work sites to determine projects' effect on traffic and the adequacy of plans to control traffic and maintain safety, and to suggest traffic control measures, if necessary.
- Establish procedures for street closures and for repair or construction projects.
Knowledge and Skills
- Excellent communication skills verbal and written to enhance relationships with customers.
- Quick learner, attention to detail, and adaptability skills
- Expert knowledge in the use of Auto Cad
- Excellent problem-solving and organization skills
- Emotional Intelligence and strong collaboration skills
- Basic knowledge in Microsoft Office
- Proficient knowledge of traffic regulations
Qualifications
- Minimum (1) one year' experience working in Traffic Control or Work Zone Traffic Control preferred
- Traffic Control Handbook (WATCH) (Latest Editions for both manuals)
- Basic knowledge of Traffic Engineering principles as it pertains to temporary traffic control.
- Knowledge of the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) and the Work Area
Skills Required
- At least one year of experience in traffic control or work zone traffic control
- Knowledge of the latest Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD)
- Knowledge of the latest Work Area Traffic Control Handbook (WATCH)
- Basic knowledge of traffic engineering principles related to temporary traffic control
- Expert proficiency with AutoCAD
- Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office
- Proficient knowledge of traffic regulations
What We Do
National Trench Safety (NTS) specializes in the rental and sale of trench safety, traffic safety and related equipment and services. NTS also provides OSHA compliant training courses for customers, as well as engineering services for site specific trench safety plans and site specific traffic safety plans. NTS has a national footprint with over 67 branch locations from the East Coast to the West Coast in addition to its corporate headquarters in Houston, Texas.
