Traffic Control Laborer

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Traffic Control Laborer

AMAT

Salt Lake City, Utah, United States

Job ID: 524980

Staker Parson Companies, a CRH company, is a member of the CRH West Division; Our purpose, commitment to the future, and formula for growth is to champion the safety, empowerment, and development of our employees. We strive to be the preferred source of quality sand, rock, landscape products, ready-mixed concrete, asphalt, paving and construction services. We succeed as a team by embracing integrity, mutual respect, innovation, service, sustainability, and financial strength.

This positon will serve Salt Lake County

Job Description Summary

The Traffic Control Laborer is responsible for supporting construction and roadwork crews by ensuring safe and efficient traffic flow through and around job sites. This position plays a critical role in maintaining a safe work environment for employees, motorists, and the public by properly setting up, monitoring, and removing traffic control devices in compliance with company and DOT standards. Work will be performed per the supervisors instruction.

Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties & Functions)

Traffic Control Setup & Maintenance

• Set up, maintain, and remove traffic control devices including cones, signs, barricades, and arrow boards according to project plans and MUTCD guidelines
• Assist with lane closures, detours, and flagging operations

Flagging Operations

• Direct traffic safely through construction zones using hand signals, paddles, and communication devices
• Monitor traffic flow and adjust control measures as needed to ensure safety and efficiency

Safety Compliance

• Follow all company safety policies and procedures and promote a safety-first culture
• Ensure compliance with OSHA and DOT regulations
• Report hazards, unsafe conditions, or incidents immediately

Support Field Operations

• Assist crews with general labor duties as needed (lifting, loading, cleanup, etc.)
• Work closely with supervisors, equipment operators, and crew members to support daily operations

Equipment & Materials Handling

• Load, unload, and transport traffic control equipment and materials
• Maintain and inspect equipment to ensure proper working condition

Communication & Coordination

• Communicate effectively with team members and supervisors to coordinate traffic control needs
• Interact professionally with the public when addressing traffic-related questions or concerns
• Other duties as assigned per supervisor.
• Hours of operation: fulltime (seasonal) days, swings, nights.

Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disability to perform the essential functions.

• Valid Certified Traffic Control Card a plus
• Ability to follow verbal and written instruction.
• Ability to do basic math.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed written or oral instructions.
• Standard Driver's License is required.

Education/Experience

• High school diploma or General Education Degree GED is preferred.
• Previous related experience in the construction field is a plus.
• Two years of experience preferred.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to crawl, kneel, bend, and reach with hands and arms above their shoulders. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move anywhere up to 100 lbs. Physical agilities test may be required. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid outside weather conditions; and extreme cold and/or heat. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

If you're up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!

Staker Parson Companies, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

EOE/Vet/Disability

CRH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

AI tools may be used in certain stages of the employment lifecycle, such as candidate review; however, all final employment decisions will be made by a person.

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Posting Start Date: 6/1/26

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