Traffic Control Apprentice I

B.A.T.S. TRAFFIC SOLUTIONS, INC.

B.A.T.S. is looking for Traffic Control Apprentices!

At B.A.T.S Traffic Solutions, our goal is to provide high quality traffic control safety services to contractor's work areas. We serve the needs of varied industries and are focused on maintaining a safe work environment for customers, our employees and the general public. We focus on traffic safety, so our customers can focus on their work. We are one of the largest traffic control companies in Northern California with the ability to provide our customers with a one stop solution for traffic control services wherever they work.

POSITION SUMMARY:

B.A.T.S. is seeking motivated, energetic, fast learning Traffic Control Apprentices. The Traffic Control Apprentice is an entry level position that assists the Traffic Control Lead in the following areas: Traffic Control setups and device installations, Pedestrian Control, Flagging and Traffic Direction.

SCHEDULE:

• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• Weekends

POSITION DUTIES:

Customer Service –

• Coordinating with customer and/or BATS dispatchers ensuring a safe, efficient, and problem-free service provided to BATS customers
• Respond to Dispatch Center calls in a timely manner for availability
• Report all unsafe conditions to supervisor as soon as possible
• Maintain contact with BATS Dispatchers on and off the job

Flagging-

• Flagging traffic to ensure safety and safe work zone for all pedestrians including BATS employees and BATS customers
• Always ensure a safe work zone for the customer and pedestrians by being attentive and refraining from being in the vehicle unless on a break

Traffic Device Installation, Driving and Equipment Towing-

• Maintain all equipment in good working condition while installing and ensuring proper removal of equipment
• Operation of vehicles in various sizes (trucks, flat beds, etc.)
• Mounting of signs

Traffic Plan Review –

• Completing all necessary paperwork on a regular basis including time sheets and mandatory documentation
• Review inventory and inspect equipment needed for the jobs and projects

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Can lift up to 50lbs
• Ability to stand for long periods of time
• Full range of motion of arms, legs including doing a squat
• Ability to having full range of movement with arms and hands grip, hold, carry, and lift
• Ability to raise arms past shoulder height
• Ability and willingness to work in outside work environment exposed to the elements
• Repetitive work movement
• Ability to work in an environment with high noise levels

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• A current member of the Local Laborers Union (LIUNA) Apprenticeship Program preferred but not required
• Good customer service and communication skills (both written and oral)
• Must read/write in English
• Bi-lingual preferred but not required
• Must be a self-starter and able to work independently
• Able to be on-call
• Clean driving record preferred
• Valid Driver’s License Required
• Experience driving pickup trucks required
• High School diploma or equivalent
• Current Flagging Certification preferred but not required

Equal Employment Opportunity and Non-Discrimination: Bay Area Traffic Solutions, adheres to providing Equal Employment opportunity and Affirmative Action. Bay Area Traffic Solutions does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, gender, age, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, disability, medical condition, or veteran status.