Ricky Collins

• Communicated with team members using hand signals and radios.
• Partnered with crew members to use stop and slow paddles for multi-directional traffic control.
• Assembled signs and cones to direct traffic through construction sites.
• Routed traffic around construction sites for worker and driver safety.
• Controlled pedestrian movements to prevent intrusion into work zones.
• Assisted in minimizing road congestion during peak hours, by effectively managing traffic signals and controlling vehicle movement.
• Placed cones, signs and barrels to keep vehicles out of dangerous spaces.
• Directed traffic in construction sites to maintain safe conditions for workers and motorists.
• Demonstrated adaptability when faced with unexpected challenges such as severe weather or accidents, promptly adjusting strategies to maintain smooth traffic flow.
• Updated signage with correct speeds and delay warnings based on daily conditions.
• Maintained a safe work environment for construction crews by implementing appropriate traffic control measures during projects.
• Worked with foreman to create effective temporary traffic control schemes.
• Stood for Number hours with "Stop/Slow" paddle directing traffic.
• Ensured compliance with local regulations through the strict enforcement of traffic laws and permit requirements within construction zones.
• Reduced accident rates at critical locations with the implementation of effective traffic control strategies.
• Trained new traffic controllers to properly use traffic control devices and apply best practices.
• Contributed to the successful completion of numerous construction projects by providing reliable traffic management solutions in adherence to project timelines and budgets.
• Received recognition for consistently maintaining high levels of professionalism while interacting with drivers and pedestrians, promoting positive public relations.
• Provided timely communication to motorists regarding road closures, detours, or other changes in traffic patterns through electronic message boards and signage placement.
• Enhanced driver safety by diligently monitoring road conditions and conducting necessary adjustments to signal timings.
• Maintained high levels of vigilance to quickly address and remove unexpected road hazards.
• Maintained traffic control plans for proper management of traffic during construction and events.
• Tested and troubleshot malfunctioning equipment to maintain traffic control devices in optimum condition.
• Timed stoplights or other delays using stopwatches.
• Identified potential safety hazards with audits and recommended improvements based on findings.
• Maintained clear visibility and legibility of directional and regulatory signs with regular inspections and repairs.
• Installed and maintained road markings to clearly define lanes and enhance road safety.
• Mitigated accident risks by rigorously monitoring and adjusting signals in response to traffic volume.
• Reduced traffic congestion through proactive management of construction and event-related detours.
• Enhanced driver awareness of construction zones, placing and maintaining clear signage.
• Supported road maintenance activities, establishing safe zones for workers and machinery.
• Enhanced public safety with meticulous adherence to traffic control signs and signals.
• Minimized disruptions during road closures, effectively communicating detour routes to public.
• Expedited emergency response times by swiftly managing lane closures and rerouting traffic around accident scenes.
• Conducted routine maintenance checks on traffic control devices to manage wear and tear.

• Communicated with team members using hand signals and radios.
• Partnered with crew members to use stop and slow paddles for multi-directional traffic control.
• Assembled signs and cones to direct traffic through construction sites.
• Routed traffic around construction sites for worker and driver safety.
• Controlled pedestrian movements to prevent intrusion into work zones.
• Assisted in minimizing road congestion during peak hours, by effectively managing traffic signals and controlling vehicle movement.
• Placed cones, signs and barrels to keep vehicles out of dangerous spaces.
• Directed traffic in construction sites to maintain safe conditions for workers and motorists.
• Demonstrated adaptability when faced with unexpected challenges such as severe weather or accidents, promptly adjusting strategies to maintain smooth traffic flow.
• Updated signage with correct speeds and delay warnings based on daily conditions.
• Maintained a safe work environment for construction crews by implementing appropriate traffic control measures during projects.
• Worked with foreman to create effective temporary traffic control schemes.
• Stood for Number hours with "Stop/Slow" paddle directing traffic.
• Ensured compliance with local regulations through the strict enforcement of traffic laws and permit requirements within construction zones.
• Reduced accident rates at critical locations with the implementation of effective traffic control strategies.
• Trained new traffic controllers to properly use traffic control devices and apply best practices.
• Contributed to the successful completion of numerous construction projects by providing reliable traffic management solutions in adherence to project timelines and budgets.
• Received recognition for consistently maintaining high levels of professionalism while interacting with drivers and pedestrians, promoting positive public relations.
• Provided timely communication to motorists regarding road closures, detours, or other changes in traffic patterns through electronic message boards and signage placement.
• Enhanced driver safety by diligently monitoring road conditions and conducting necessary adjustments to signal timings.
• Maintained high levels of vigilance to quickly address and remove unexpected road hazards.
• Maintained traffic control plans for proper management of traffic during construction and events.
• Tested and troubleshot malfunctioning equipment to maintain traffic control devices in optimum condition.
• Timed stoplights or other delays using stopwatches.
• Identified potential safety hazards with audits and recommended improvements based on findings.
• Maintained clear visibility and legibility of directional and regulatory signs with regular inspections and repairs.
• Installed and maintained road markings to clearly define lanes and enhance road safety.
• Mitigated accident risks by rigorously monitoring and adjusting signals in response to traffic volume.
• Reduced traffic congestion through proactive management of construction and event-related detours.
• Enhanced driver awareness of construction zones, placing and maintaining clear signage.
• Supported road maintenance activities, establishing safe zones for workers and machinery.
• Enhanced public safety with meticulous adherence to traffic control signs and signals.
• Minimized disruptions during road closures, effectively communicating detour routes to public.
• Expedited emergency response times by swiftly managing lane closures and rerouting traffic around accident scenes.
• Conducted routine maintenance checks on traffic control devices to manage wear and tear.

Perform all traffic control duties as required for local,highway and floods.