Roberto Almazan
Joliet,IL
Summary
Focused Traffic Controller with 8 years of experience. Adept at ensuring worker, driver and pedestrian safety and staying alert after long hours of work in varying weather conditions. Successful at fast and efficient sign set up and following directions with little to no supervision. Reliable professional skilled at directing and controlling traffic flow for vehicles and pedestrians. Proficient in use of hand signals and radios to communicate effectively with drivers. Uses understanding of traffic regulations and traffic engineering principles to uphold highest standards of safety.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Traffic Controller
Work Zone Safety
04.2016 - 05.2024
- Improved traffic flow by efficiently coordinating and directing vehicular movements at assigned intersections.
- Enhanced driver safety by diligently monitoring road conditions and conducting necessary adjustments to signal timings.
- Maintained a safe work environment for construction crews by implementing appropriate traffic control measures during projects.
- Reduced accident rates at critical locations with the implementation of effective traffic control strategies.
- Expedited emergency response times by swiftly managing lane closures and rerouting traffic around accident scenes.
- Received recognition for consistently maintaining high levels of professionalism while interacting with drivers and pedestrians, promoting positive public relations.
- Assembled signs and cones to direct traffic through construction sites.
- Placed cones, signs and barrels to keep vehicles out of dangerous spaces.
- Improved traffic flow by efficiently directing vehicles and pedestrians at construction sites.
- Enhanced safety for both drivers and workers by closely monitoring work zones and adjusting flagging signals accordingly.
- Utilized a variety of signaling equipment, including flags, signs, and radios, to effectively communicate with motorists and crew members.
- Handled unexpected events or emergencies calmly and efficiently, minimizing disruptions to traffic flow and work progress.
Forklift Operator
SURGE
06.2015 - 04.2016
- Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
- Kept warehouse clean and organized by removing debris and returning unused pallets to designated areas.
- Improved warehouse efficiency by skillfully operating forklifts to move, locate, and stack materials.
- Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
- Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
Education
High School Diploma -
Joliet Central High School
Joliet, IL06.2015
Skills
- Valid Illinois driver's license
- Navigation assistance
- Critical Thinking
- Street Closure Procedures
- Traffic Control Technician
- Safety Plans Advisory
- English and Spanish speaker
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Traffic Controller
Work Zone Safety
04.2016 - 05.2024
Forklift Operator
SURGE
06.2015 - 04.2016
High School Diploma -
Joliet Central High School
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