Talascend is currently seeking a Traffic Controller for a long-term contract opportunity with our client in Wittmann, Arizona.
Overview
The traffic controller performs routine duties related to information gathering, radio communications, customer service, equipment and materials inventory, risk assessment, problem-solving, track observation, high-risk event spotting, and track safety camera operation. This role may also include clerical duties and providing initial or sustained care to employees during emergencies.
Responsibilities
- Provide information to track users regarding weather, track status, and safety situations.
- Monitor and maintain inventories of track safety equipment, tools, vehicles, and related materials; coordinate maintenance and stocking.
- Perform clerical activities, including typing and editing communications, maintaining filing systems, answering phones, and taking messages.
- Spot high-risk tracks and operations in the field environment.
- Respond to emergencies on or off the track according to direction, procedures, and level of training.
- Perform radio commands for track access, egress, points of contact, and emergency systems.
- Perform point-of-contact duties for fire-related incidents and other emergencies.
- Conduct continuous, real-time assessments of track operations and update operations or mitigate conflicts to ensure safe operation.
- Perform cursory inspections of vehicles and personnel entering the track system for safety compliance.
- Participate in emergency drills, training, and track safety-related meetings.
Qualifications
- Valid Arizona driver license meeting required standards.
- Basic public information and proper vehicle operation knowledge.
- Knowledge of customer service principles.
- Proficiency with computers and related software applications.
- Ability to operate modern office equipment.
- Radio communication skills.
- Ability to prepare accurate, grammatically correct written reports.
- Ability to understand and independently carry out oral and written directions.
- Ability to meet the physical requirements necessary to safely and effectively perform assigned duties.
- Ability to enter data into a computer.
- Ability to monitor and maintain inventory and equipment.
- Ability to understand and operate video surveillance equipment.
Preferred Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED.
- CPR and first aid certification.
We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those qualified individuals who closely meet the qualifications of the position will be contacted. The details of the position are only a summary, other duties may be assigned as necessary.
Background Check and Drug Screen may be required.
Talascend is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.
Military connected talent encouraged to apply.