Hunter Sturtz
Spring Hill,FL
Summary
Traffic control professional with 8 years of on the road experience. With a proven track record of ensuring safe and efficient traffic flow in construction and maintenance zones. Skilled in implementing traffic control plans and operating various traffic control devices. Known for effective teamwork and adaptability to changing site conditions, ensuring project safety and success.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Setter
Kin Home
Tampa, FL
04.2023 - 05.2023
- Acted as first point of contact and set appointments for prospective clients,
- Provided potential customers with information about upcoming promotions and events to acquire interest in scheduling appointment.
- Answered questions and addressed, resolved, or escalated issues to management personnel to satisfy customers.
- Organized, maintained and updated information in computer databases.
Lead Traffic Control Technician/Skilled Laborer
Iowa Plains Signing
Slater, IA
11.2018 - 10.2022
- Interacted daily with various project managers, subcontractors, and Engineering inspectors to complete construction projects.
- Maintained traffic control plans for proper management of traffic during construction and events.
- Leading 15+ jobs per year ranging in difficulty. Ranging from multiple months long to only a couple weeks long.
- Worked independently in fast-paced environments on interstates/highways while meeting productivity and quality expectations across the state of Iowa.
- Followed instructions per IDOT plans. While conducting safety protocols to prevent accidents and injuries.
- As the safety point for our Solon shop of 15 workers, I demonstrated safe and proper operation of equipment and tools to prevent harm to team members.
- I Operated power equipment to move materials and promote job efficiency.
- I was responsible for unloading and loading concrete barrier rail onto semis for critical infrastructure projects.
- Operated forklifts and boom lifts to complete various tasks in preparation for night projects/large scale moving projects over the road.
General Laborer, Industrial
Bill Whitters Construction, Inc
Cedar Rapids, IA
03.2018 - 11.2018
- Assisted team members with tasks that require group effort. Large scale setups, spotting trucks, lock out tag out procedures. Along with conducting air quality tests for safe confined space entries.
- Read work orders to determine work assignments and equipment and materials needed.
- Efficiently coordinated with teams of other tradesmen on large scale projects. Conducting job hazard assessments (JHA) Pre-entry.
- Preforming confined space work after the correct permitting/Air quality testing/confined space write-offs.
- Performed quality checks on products and materials to identify any defects.
- Use of Commercial grade vacuum trucks for removal of industrial debris/waste.
Traffic Control Flagger
Iowa Plains Signing
Slater, IA
03.2017 - 03.2018
- Intimately familiar with flagging safety regulations and equipment as published by OSHA.
- Patiently directed motorists towards detours and alternate routes.
- Used flagging tools such as stop and slow paddle and red flag.
- Controlled flow of automotive traffic under direction of project supervisor.
Traffic Control Technician
BRW Contracting, Inc.
Land O Lakes Florida
08.2023 - Current
- Facilitated collaboration among team members to drive timely project completion.
- Ensured safety compliance by rigorously following established protocols and guidelines.
- Enhanced roadway safety by conducting regular maintenance and repairs on traffic control devices.
- Assisted in the preparation of detailed reports for senior management, highlighting key achievements and areas for improvement .
- Continuously monitored local weather conditions to adjust traffic control strategies as needed during periods of inclement weather.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of existing traffic control systems, recommending changes as needed to optimize performance and safety.
- Reduced accident rates by designing and installing appropriate signage, pavement markings, and other traffic control measures.
- Performed regular inspections of work zones, ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations for maximum safety.
- Communicated with team members using hand signals and radios.
- Managed traffic flow and ensured safety during construction projects.
- Conducted site assessments to identify potential hazards and implement corrective measures.
- Acted as a liaison between the traffic control department and other agencies involved in road projects, facilitating clear communication and coordination of efforts.
Education
Criminal Justice
Kirkwood Community College
Cedar Rapids, IAHigh School Diploma -
Thomas Jefferson High School
Cedar Rapids, IA05.2016
Skills
- Effective Working Relationships
- Quality Control
- Employee Performance
- Facility Safety Protocols
- Critical Thinking
- Training Junior Team Members
- Motivational Leadership
- Employee Performance Reviews
- Active Learning
- Management of Personnel Resources
- Equipment Operation
- Equipment Management
Timeline
Traffic Control Technician
BRW Contracting, Inc.
08.2023 - Current
Setter
Kin Home
04.2023 - 05.2023
Lead Traffic Control Technician/Skilled Laborer
Iowa Plains Signing
11.2018 - 10.2022
General Laborer, Industrial
Bill Whitters Construction, Inc
03.2018 - 11.2018
Traffic Control Flagger
Iowa Plains Signing
03.2017 - 03.2018
Criminal Justice
Kirkwood Community College
High School Diploma -
Thomas Jefferson High School