James Clowers
Lucerne
Summary
Detail-oriented Traffic Control Technician with proven skills in traffic flow management, safety compliance monitoring, and effective communication. Committed to enhancing road safety and efficiency in diverse construction environments.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Traffic Control Technician
UTCS
San Francisco
05.2025 - 11.2025
- Set up traffic control devices for road work zones.
- Monitored traffic flow to ensure safety compliance.
- Communicated with drivers to provide clear directions.
- Responded to changing traffic conditions promptly and effectively.
- Installed, adjusted, repaired, and programmed traffic signals, signs, and pavement markings.
- Compiled reports detailing operations and maintenance activities as well as recommendations for future improvements.
Traffic Control Flagger
Almendariz Consulting
El Dorado Hills
08.2024 - 02.2025
- Directed traffic flow around construction zones for safety and efficiency.
- Assisted in setting up and maintaining traffic control devices.
- Communicated clearly with drivers and pedestrians to ensure safe passage.
- Collaborated with team members to coordinate work activities effectively.
- Monitored site conditions to identify hazards and implement safety measures.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize risks during traffic control operations.
- Attended training sessions on traffic control techniques and safety regulations.
- Reported incidents and potential hazards to supervisors promptly.
Traffic Control Technician
Traffic Management Incorporated
Santa Rosa
11.2018 - 11.2023
- Set up traffic control devices for road work zones.
- Assisted in training new team members on procedures.
- Coordinated with local authorities for road closure permits.
- Responded to changing traffic conditions promptly and effectively.
- Installed, adjusted, repaired, and programmed traffic signals, signs, and pavement markings.
- Maintained records of maintenance activities performed on various traffic control devices.
- Responded to emergency calls for repairs in order to restore functionality of malfunctioning traffic signals or other devices.
- Managed setup and removal of temporary traffic control equipment and signs.
- Assembled traffic cones and pathways for vehicles and pedestrians.
- Directed vehicles around construction sites and flagged drivers through blocked roads.
- Monitored and coordinated traffic during power outages and emergencies.
- Served as point of contact for members of general public, answering traffic-related questions and responding to complaints and requests.
- Prepared work orders for repair, maintenance, or changes in traffic systems.
Education
High School Diploma -
Lower Lake High School
Lower Lake, CA06-1993
Skills
- Traffic control setup
- Traffic signal installation
- Safety compliance monitoring
- Traffic flow management
- Report compilation
- Construction site coordination
- Hazard identification
- Road closure permitting
- Emergency response
- Team collaboration
- Problem solving
- Pedestrian safety
- Crew support
- Traffic management planning
- Work zone safety
- Flagging operations
- Traffic control devices
- Temporary traffic control
- Emergency management
- Radio communication
- Sign installation
- Traffic control
- Two-way radio proficiency
- Traffic safety expert
- Air traffic control
Certification
Flagging Cirt
Timeline
Traffic Control Technician
UTCS
05.2025 - 11.2025
Traffic Control Flagger
Almendariz Consulting
08.2024 - 02.2025
Traffic Control Technician
Traffic Management Incorporated
11.2018 - 11.2023
High School Diploma -
Lower Lake High School