Job Summary
The Traffic Technician performs labor as a Traffic Control Technician. This is an entry-level field position (outdoors) involving driving a company vehicle and setting up devices: cones, signs, barricades, water-filled k-rail, etc. on the job site per MUTCD guidelines. Flag traffic to ensure a safe work zone for NTS-TS customers, employees, and the public.
Key Responsibilities
- Lift, carry, load, and unload traffic control devices, including signs, barricades, pavement marking materials, etc.
- Set up and remove crash cushions, signs, and traffic control items at a jobsite.
- Read and follow Traffic Control Plans and properly lay out the traffic equipment per the Traffic Control Plan.
- Operate towing arrow panels, message boards, light towers, & trailers.
- Operate company trucks to transport materials and equipment to and from job sites.
- Repair equipment, assemble signs and perform all other shop work required to prepare for onsite traffic control.
- Always follow company policies and safety regulations.
- Keep accurate and timely job logs and return them to the office daily.
- Communicate with General Manager and Supervisor to ensure they adequately informed on the project’s progress.
- Other responsibilities as assigned
Knowledge and Skills
- Excellent communication skills verbal and written to enhance relationships with customers.
- Quick learner, attention to detail, and adaptability skills
- 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 Technician preferred
- Must possess a clean and valid California Driver's License and DMV record by hire date.
Skills Required
- Minimum (1) one year experience working in Traffic Technician preferred
- Must possess a clean and valid California Driver's License and DMV record by hire date
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.








