Palm Beach County is hiring: TRAFFIC CONSTRUCTION WORKER I (Multiple Positions)
Palm Beach County, Orlando, FL, United States, 32885
Overview
TRAFFIC CONSTRUCTION WORKER I (Multiple Positions) – Palm Beach County
Constructs, installs, maintains and repairs signalized intersections. Builds foundations and sets concrete/wood signal poles; strings and wires overhead cables; hangs signal heads; pours concrete. Installs high-voltage street lights on concrete poles, vehicle detector loops in roadways, controller boxes, overhead traffic control signs, pedestrian signal heads on concrete poles/free-standing bases, underground conduit to accept wires/cables and incoming electrical service to power the intersection. Provides 24-hour coverage for construction-related trouble calls, responding within one hour. Works under the training/direction of a Traffic Construction Worker II/Crew Chief/Supervisor.
Qualifications
Graduation from high school or an equivalent recognized certification; minimum of one (1) year of experience in traffic construction or related construction work.
PREFERENCE FOR EXPERIENCE WITH: Traffic signal installation (must specify on application); electrical wiring/installation; concrete and/or asphalt (tar) work; operating Auger Derrick/aerial bucket trucks and other related heavy equipment (must specify on application). Also desirable: Valid FL Class A CDL; current International Municipal Signal Association (IMSA) Level I Traffic Signal Technician Certification (Copies of certification[s] must be uploaded to online application within three (3) business days of application submittal).
Requirements
SAFETY-SENSITIVE POSITION SUBJECT TO RANDOM DRUG TESTING. Must be able to lift 75 pounds. Valid Florida Driver's License and PBC Risk Management Department driving history approval prior to appointment. Must obtain a FL Class A CDL Permit with Air Brakes and Tanker Endorsements within 90 days of hire and a FL Class A License within 11 months of hire. Hearing Loss Test required for selected candidate.
Employment details
Seniority level: Entry level
Employment type: Full-time