TMA Driver (Truck Mounted Attenuator Operator)

Job Description

Job Description

Location: Sterling, VA
Job Type: Full-time / Part-time
Reports To: Traffic Control Supervisor / Site Manager

Job Summary:

We are seeking a dependable and safety-conscious TMA Driver to operate a Truck Mounted Attenuator vehicle to protect work crews in high-traffic construction zones. The TMA Driver plays a critical role in work zone safety by positioning the crash-absorbing truck to shield workers and equipment from traffic hazards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operate a Truck Mounted Attenuator (TMA) vehicle at Bridge inspections zones.
• Set up and remove traffic control devices (cones, signs, barricades) as required.
• Safely position the TMA truck to provide protection for workers and equipment.
• Follow instructions from traffic control supervisors and flaggers.
• Maintain clear communication with the crew and supervisor using radios or hand signals.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections to ensure proper functioning.
• Monitor road conditions and traffic flow to adjust positioning as needed.
• Maintain vehicle cleanliness and ensure proper storage of equipment.
• Comply with all company, local, and federal safety regulations and procedures.

Qualifications:

• Valid Driver’s License.
• Clean driving record.
• Previous experience driving TMA vehicles preferred.
• Ability to work long hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays, depending on project needs.
• Physically fit – able to lift and move traffic control equipment (up to 50 lbs).
• Ability to work in all weather conditions.

Skills:

• Strong situational awareness and attention to safety.
• Good communication and teamwork abilities.
• Knowledge of traffic control principles is a plus.
• Ability to remain calm and focused under pressure.

Work Environment:

• Outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Construction and roadway environments with possible exposure to noise, dust, and traffic hazards.

Based on Experience

Company Description

Based on Experience