Department
Operations
Reports To
Traffic Control Manager – Las Vegas
Nevada Barricade & Sign Co, an InfraStripe Company
Since 2000, Nevada Barricade & Sign Company, Inc. has strived to become the leader in the highway technologies industry. With offices in Reno, Sparks, and Las Vegas, we are the premier highway specialty contractor in Nevada, California, Oregon, and Washington. Nevada Barricade and Sign Co. prides itself on a culture of safety and excellence, and through that have created a dynamic and exciting atmosphere for all employees. We offer an extremely competitive salary and benefits package as well.
POSITION DESCRIPTION
We will pay for new employee’s ATSSA Flagger Certification and OSHA 10 Certification if necessary.
The Flagger will have responsibility for maintaining a safe work zone that ensures that traffic stays out of the way of the workers. This involves setting up and removing temporary cones and signs, as well as holding up signs that tells traffic to either stop or to proceed slowly through active work zones. The Flagger must be constantly aware of both the construction and traffic activity taking place around them. Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions; work overtime, weekends, and holidays as needed and required. This is a hands-on role, and the qualified candidate must be capable of determining the most effective means to performing the requirements of this position to maximize efficiency and safety.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Position temporary work zones; utilizing warning signs, traffic cones, barrels, etc. per Nevada DOT regulatory requirements and standards
- Safely managing traffic through active work zones while standing, grasping a stop/slow paddle, and utilizing radio communication
- Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions; work overtime, weekends, and holidays as needed and required for the position
- Follow all safety rules and regulations and wear proper safety equipment
- Adhere to all Company Policies and Procedures
- Must be able to communicate to contractor employees, co-workers, and supervisors effectively
- Complete daily paperwork accurately
- Work well in a team environment
- All other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS
- Work experience with traffic flagging
- Knowledge of the traffic control industry with prior traffic control or road construction experience
- Excellent attendance required, dependable transportation, good work ethic
- Maintain a valid driver’s license and safe driving record
- Successfully pass a background/ drug screen and meet Federal DOT requirements
- Awareness of the occupational hazards associated with roadway work
- Ability to be a vital part of our TEAM
- Responsibility for performing tasks individually when required
- General maintenance and repair to work related equipment and vehicle
- Must be able to stand for long periods of time
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Certification (from ATSSA) as a Flagger is preferred
- Flagger: 1 year of experience (Preferred)
WORKING ENVIRONMENT
This position will be based in Las Vegas, Nevada.
- Regularly exposed to outside weather conditions; moving equipment and machinery parts; moving traffic, and fumes and airborne particles
- Dealing with traveling public effectively
- Noise level of the work environment is usually moderate/loud
- Regularly required to stand/walk; reach with hands and arms
- Occasionally lift and/or move lift and move up to 50 pounds
Nevada Barricade & Sign Company, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer that recognizes the value of a diverse workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, retaliation, military service or any other criteria protected by federal, state or local law.
BENEFITS
This position offers the following benefits, which new employees are eligible for on the first day of the month after their first thirty days of employment:
- Medical
- Vision
- Dental
- 401k (with matching option)