About us:
Founded in 1963, Webber is a leading construction company that specializes in heavy civil, waterworks, energy and infrastructure management and is dedicated to safely providing intelligent solutions to its clients and community.Webber is headquartered in Houston, Texas, with offices and projects in the United States and Canada. Webber supports a wide range of project models to meet client needs, including traditional design bid build, design build, alternative delivery models and public private partnership (P3) solutions. Webber also has an in-house engineering services department to help optimize building efficiency and quality while solving complex project challenges using field experience, innovative construction methods and BIM technology. As a subsidiary of Ferrovial, Webber has access to a global network of skilled engineers, best-in-class technology and vast resources.
Job Description:
Position Summary
Responsible for responding to incidents on provincial highways. Incidents include traffic accidents, spills, and emergency situations which affect the highway and the safety of the traveling public, and other emergency situations within the right of way which affect the highway. Required to assist Police and emergency response services in incidents and accidents.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactory. The requirements listed below are representative knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
- Serve as a primary liaison between police, fire and various emergency responders during incident management
- Communicate with the TMC (Traffic Monitoring Center) and FDOT by 2-way radio and telephone to provide information and updates pertaining to incidents.
- Responsible for completing incident Reports
- Coordinate detour routes in the event of a road closure
- Conduct follow through investigation on all fatalities to determine if facilities contributed to the accident. (Confirm that all signs were properly posted, etc.)
- Track and maintain files on all major incidents and accidents involving assets, personnel and equipment within contract limitation.
- Assist with the administration of third party claims by gathering documentation, paperwork and other relevant information.
- Coordinate special events involving traffic control, detours and/or closures.
- Perform all other duties as assigned
- Avoids legal challenges by complying with federal and local legal requirements.
- Positively contribute to a diverse, inclusive and fair work environment, free from discrimination, bullying
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Ability to manage workload independently, prioritize demands and problem solve effectively.
- Knowledge base consistent with emergency response management principles, Primary skills include effective communication, assessment, follow-through, decision making and independent judgement.
- Proficient computer skills
- Position requires a highly developed sense of safety awareness and perceptive ability.
- Must have the ability to recognize hazards inherent in routine and non-routine tasks and make adjustments to avoid loss, injury or accident.
- You must be able to communicate with co-workers, understand and follow verbal and written safety instructions.
- Must be able to think clearly and focus on your safety in your immediate surroundings, while using tools and equipment, while driving or operating equipment.
- Will be required to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) appropriate to your job.
- Comply with Webber Infra's Risk Management, Quality Assurance and Health, Safety and Environment management systems, including statutory obligations
- Consistently deliver excellent Risk and HSEQ results
- Drives for zero harm and relentlessly pursues safety
- Acts as a role model for a positive HSE culture in the workplace; encourage people managers and team leaders in his/her business unit to do the same
- All other duties as assigned, as emphasized by the * mentioned above in the former summary section
Education and Experience:
- High School Diploma - required
- Minimum of 2 + years' work experience in highway maintenance operations, traffic control and incidents/accidents management. (Preferred)
- Valid driver's license is required with a good driving record to drive company vehicle.
Working Conditions/Physical DemandsWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee is routinely exposed to outside weather conditions including extreme heat and cold. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; high precarious places; fume or airborne particles. Frequent exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals, frequent exposure to insects and infrequent exposure to reptiles/rodents. The noise level in the work environment usually moderate but on occasion can more than moderate.
The Statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and levels of work performed by employees, but are not a complete list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer. Webber, LLC provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, age, disability, or status as a Vietnam Era or special disabled veteran in accordance with applicable federal and state laws. Webber, LLC complies with applicable local, state and federal laws governing nondiscrimination in employment at each location the Company operates. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to: hiring, placement, promotion, termination, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
The Statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and levels of work performed by employees, but are not a complete list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.