Traffic Control Person II-Lead (Bay Area)

ABOUT ARBORWORKS, LLC Arbor. Works LLC is a nationwide leader in professional vegetation management, specializing in utility line clearance, fire remediation, and large-scale environmental projects. Established in 2003, we have built a reputation for quality and safety by leveraging advanced mechanized equipment and a skilled team of dedicated professionals.

Guided by a commitment to innovation, safety, and superior customer service, Arbor. Works prides itself on an exceptional safety culture, recognized through industry-leading third-party ratings. Whether you’re looking to grow your career or contribute your expertise, Arbor. Works offers a dynamic environment where team members are valued, and professional growth is a priority.

We are passionate about creating safe communities and delivering excellence in every project. JOB OVERVIEW: TRAFFIC CONTROL TECHNICIAN (UVM) The Traffic Control Technician

• Utility Vegetation Management (UVM) is responsible for implementing, managing, and maintaining traffic control operations that support safe, compliant, and efficient work zones across transportation, utility, infrastructure, construction, and public works projects. This position serves as a skilled field professional, ensuring traffic control measures are properly installed, monitored, adjusted, and removed in accordance with approved traffic control plans, company standards, client requirements, and applicable regulations. Working closely with field crews, supervisors, project managers, contractors, and public agencies, the Traffic Control Technician provides technical expertise in traffic management, supports work zone safety initiatives, and helps ensure operational continuity. This role also serves as a mentor to trainee-level personnel while promoting a culture of safety, accountability, and operational excellence.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Install, maintain, inspect, monitor, modify, and remove traffic control devices, including signs, cones, barricades, delineators, arrow boards, crash cushion systems, portable message boards, and other traffic control equipment. Implement traffic control plans and ensure work zone configurations meet project requirements and regulatory standards.

Direct and manage traffic flow in accordance with approved traffic control plans and applicable regulations. Assess field conditions and make necessary adjustments to traffic control setups to maintain safety, efficiency, and compliance. Support lane closures, traffic shifts, detours, flagging operations, and other traffic control measures.

Operate traffic control equipment, pilot vehicles, crash cushion trucks, and crash cushion trailers as authorized and required. Transport traffic control equipment and materials to and from project locations. Perform traffic control equipment inspections and ensure operational readiness of assigned assets. Assist with yard, inventory, equipment tracking, and material management activities as assigned.

Safety & Compliance: Follow all company safety policies, procedures, and safe work practices. Conduct work zone inspections to verify compliance with traffic control plans, project specifications, and safety requirements. Identify, report, and help mitigate hazards, safety concerns, near misses, and incidents. Maintain situational awareness while working around moving vehicles, heavy equipment, and active work zones.

Ensure proper use, maintenance, and care of required personal protective equipment (PPE). Maintain compliance with applicable client, local, state, and federal traffic control regulations and standards. Participate in safety meetings, job briefings, audits, inspections, and project-specific training. Leadership & Training: Provide guidance, direction, and field support to Traffic Technician Trainee I, Traffic Technician Trainee II, Helpers, and other assigned personnel.

Support onboarding, training, and skill development of less experienced employees. Promote safe work practices and reinforce compliance with traffic control procedures and company expectations. Lead by example through professional conduct, accountability, and adherence to safety standards. Assist supervisors with monitoring work zone activities and ensuring quality execution of traffic control operations.

Communication & Coordination: Coordinate traffic control activities with supervisors, project managers, field crews, contractors, customers, and public agencies as required. Communicate traffic-related concerns, changing site conditions, operational impacts, and safety issues promptly. Maintain accurate records related to traffic control activities, inspections, certifications, equipment, and safety requirements.

Provide timely updates regarding work zone conditions and traffic control effectiveness.

REQUIREMENTS

& QUALIFICATIONS Education: High school diploma or GED preferred. Experience: Applicants may qualify through one of the following pathways: Minimum of twelve (12) months and 2,000 documented hours as a Traffic Technician Trainee II and successful completion of all required training; or Two (2) or more years of traffic control, roadway construction, transportation, infrastructure, utility, public works, or related industry experience; or Successful completion of a recognized Traffic Control Apprenticeship Program or equivalent industry-recognized training program.

Skills & Abilities: Strong knowledge of traffic control methods, devices, traffic management principles, and work zone safety practices. Ability to interpret and implement traffic control plans, project specifications, and work instructions. Ability to assess changing field conditions and make sound operational decisions.

Strong verbal communication, teamwork, and interpersonal skills. Ability to supervise, mentor, and support trainee-level personnel. Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety and compliance. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision. Ability to adapt to changing operational priorities and site conditions.

Licenses / Certifications: Current Traffic Control Technician certification required when mandated by client, project, or jurisdiction. Current Flagger Certification required when mandated by client, project, or jurisdiction. Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record preferred. Ability to obtain and maintain all certifications and qualifications required for assigned projects.

Required Training: Company safety orientation. Traffic control and work zone safety training. Hazard recognition and incident reporting training. Defensive driving training, if applicable. Client-specific, state-specific, and project-required training as applicable. Equipment operation training for assigned traffic control assets.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Journey-Level Traffic Control Technician certification or equivalent industry-recognized credential. Experience leading traffic control crews and coordinating work zone operations. Experience supporting transportation, utility, infrastructure, construction, or public works projects. Experience operating pilot vehicles, crash cushion trucks, crash cushion trailers, arrow boards, and portable message signs.

Familiarity with MUTCD requirements and industry traffic control best practices. Experience implementing lane closures, detours, traffic shifts, and complex traffic control plans. Previous experience training or mentoring developing traffic control personnel. WORK ENVIRONMENT Primarily field-based position working outdoors in active roadway, transportation, utility, infrastructure, and construction environments.

Frequent exposure to moving traffic, heavy equipment, noise, dust, and varying weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, wind, and direct sunlight. Frequent travel within assigned operating territories may be required. Requires prolonged standing, walking, bending, kneeling, climbing, and working on uneven terrain.

Regularly lifts, carries, pushes, and pulls traffic control equipment and materials, typically up to 50 pounds. Must maintain continuous alertness and situational awareness while working near active traffic and construction operations. May require early morning starts, night work, overtime, weekends, and schedule adjustments based on operational demands and emergency response needs.

Fast-paced environment requiring adaptability, sound judgment, effective communication, and strict adherence to safety standards. EEO STATEMENT Arbor. Works, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an inclusive workplace and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION STATEMENT Arbor. Works, LLC provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable laws. Applicants requiring accommodation during the application or hiring process should contact Human Resources.