Traffic Controller
Chevron
02.2023 - Current
- Served as informational resource for community, answering questions about traffic ordinances and policies and addressing questions and complaints.
- Timed stoplights or other delays using stopwatches.
- Worked with foreman to create effective temporary traffic control schemes.
- Identified potential safety hazards with audits and recommended improvements based on findings.
- Partnered with crew members to use stop and slow paddles for multi-directional traffic control.
- Trained new traffic controllers to properly use traffic control devices and apply best practices.
- Responded to citizen complaints to address community concerns and maintain public trust.
- Conducted safety education programs to teach public about safe driving practices.
- Identified most efficient methods to improve traffic flow by analyzing traffic data.
- Conducted traffic studies to gather data, informing decision-making and traffic management planning.
- Directed traffic in construction sites to maintain safe conditions for workers and motorists.
- Educated public on traffic laws and safety regulations to maintain order and enforce compliance.
- Improved nighttime visibility and safety by installing and maintaining street lighting.
- Maintained clear visibility and legibility of directional and regulatory signs with regular inspections and repairs.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks on traffic control devices to manage wear and tear.
- Controlled pedestrian movements to prevent intrusion into work zones.
- Gathered and compiled data from hand count sheets, machine count tapes or radar speed checks and coded data for computer input.
- Installed and maintained road markings to clearly define lanes and enhance road safety.
- Used traffic cameras to monitor and manage traffic flow and enforce traffic laws.
- Communicated with team members using hand signals and radios.
- Routed traffic around construction sites for worker and driver safety.
- Conducted research on traffic delays and issues, taking notes on timing, vehicle volume and vehicle speed.
- Developed and implemented traffic control plans for special events to achieve smooth and organized flow.
- Prepared technical drawing establishing specifications for traffic signal and other control device installations.
- Stood for Number hours with "Stop/Slow" paddle directing traffic.
- Assembled signs and cones to direct traffic through construction sites.
- Used standard calculations to determine traffic light time settings and speed restrictions based upon area needs and observed driver behaviors.
- Placed cones, signs and barrels to keep vehicles out of dangerous spaces.
- Tested and troubleshot malfunctioning equipment to maintain traffic control devices in optimum condition.
- Coordinated with other agencies toestablish proper traffic control during periods of construction or other events.
- Oversaw maintenance of traffic system by preparing work orders for repair and modifications to equipment and components.
- Updated signage with correct speeds and delay warnings based on daily conditions.
- Maintained traffic control plans for proper management of traffic during construction and events.
- Investigated accidents and traffic violations to determine causes and severity.
- Prepared reports and presentations to communicate findings and recommendations to decision-makers.
- Generated reports on collected traffic data, complete with charts and diagrams to illustrate data.
