02780 - Crew Leader Bridge Tunnel

Commonwealth Of Virginia; Charlton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Department of Transportation in Hampton seeks a crew leader for bridge tunnel operations to oversee emergency response and patrol duties. You will manage incidents using personnel and equipment, coordinate with law enforcement, and ensure safe tunnel operations.

The role requires leadership, reporting, and regulatory knowledge, with responsibilities spanning safety procedures, documentation, and daily patrols.

Qualifications

• Ability to compile concise, accurate reports.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with internal and external customers.
• Must obtain CDL and DOT medical card within 11 months of employment and maintain thereafter.
• Experience leading, directing and training others in routine and emergency situations.
• Experience with bridge tunnel operations, procedures and regulations, safety and security principles.

Responsibilities

• Emergency Operations and Safety: Manage incidents using staff and equipment to safely secure and control emergencies, coordinating with police, fire and rescue units.
• Lead Activities and Oversee Documentation: Coach for performance, provide training, and document results with clear expectations.
• Patrolling and Inspection of Facility: Patrol and inspect tunnels, buildings, and stations to ensure equipment readiness and safe work environment.

Skills

Report writing

Communication skills

Valid Driver's License

Radio equipment operation

Job description

• Lead the activities of Operation crew members and bridge tunnel patrollers. Take initiative in many of the emergencies and unusual situations that occur. Provide Traffic Control Supervisor and Control Rooms with up-to-date information regarding incidents and equipment and if personnel are needed at incident scenes. Perform oversight of tasks related to directing and controlling traffic to maximize the safety of public roads through proper traffic control.

How you will contribute:

• Emergency Operations and Safety: Manage incidents by using staff and equipment to safely secure and control emergency situations (hazmat spills, multiple vehicle accidents, marine incidents, and structural damage incidents) with minimum direction. Provide oversight for assistance to state, local police, fire and rescue units and maintenance staff. Use proper safety techniques (CPR, First Aid, etc.) and equipment.
• Lead Activities and Oversee Documentation: Ensure performance goals set by supervisor are met, coach for performance, provide training and input for performance evaluations. Use appropriate interpersonal styles and methods to lead employees in day-to-day and emergency activities. Establish follow-up procedures to monitor results of assignments, training, etc. Create a sense of ownership by providing clear expectations and coaching. Provide oral and written information and documentation relating clear, concise, and organized details. Provide oversight for the monitoring and inspection of vehicles. Oversee employees to ensure use of sound judgment and appropriate safety techniques to prevent unauthorized pedestrians and vehicles from entering tunnel.
• Patrolling and Inspection of Facility: Oversee assigned work areas to include buildings, facilities, equipment, etc. Patrol and inspect facility. Perform periodic inspections of tunnels, buildings, personnel, etc. during shift. Inspect bridge tunnel patrollers' and Operation crew members' work stations and facility ensuring a smooth work environment, equipment readiness, and enhanced communications. Investigate, report and record unsafe conditions and traffic hazards on proper forms. Complete investigative reports.

What will make you successful:

• Ability to compile concise, accurate reports.
• Ability to effectively communicate effectively orally and in writing with internal and external customers.
• Ability to explain and apply regulations and procedures.
• Ability to operate telecommunication and radio equipment.
• Ability to work on teams to achieve work assignments.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, direct and train others in routine and emergency situations.
• Knowledge of bridge tunnel operations, procedures and regulations, as well as safety and security principles and practices.
• Skill in emergency vehicle operation.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Ability to compile concise, accurate reports.
• Ability to demonstrate positive communication skills with the public.
• Ability to obtain CDL and DOT medical card within 11 months of employment and maintain thereafter. Must comply with DOT and VDOT policies and standards when operating CDL equipment.
• Experience leading, directing and training others in routine and emergency situations.
• Experience working with bridge tunnel operations, procedures and regulations, as well as safety and security principles and practices.
• Safety shoes required.
• Skill in emergency vehicle operation and the operation of telecommunication and radio equipment.
• Valid Driver's License.

Additional Considerations:

• A combination of training, experience, or education in Construction, Emergency Operations, or related field desired.
• Commercial Driver' License (CDL).
• Experience in traffic control, safety procedures, wrecker operations and vehicle removal. Experience working with, in or around heavy traffic. Knowledge of security work, first aid, police work, emergency work and meeting with the public.
• Experience with emergency operations to include snow removal, storms, and accident clean-up.

Physical Requirements:

VDOT employees must abide by VDOTs Code of Ethics and the Commonwealths Standards of Conduct.

02780 - Crew Leader Bridge Tunnel • Hampton