Area Safety Manager

Traffic Lane Closures, LLC; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company health, dental, and vision plans

401K plan

Bonus structure based on performance

Job summary

Traffic Lane Closures, LLC is seeking an Area Safety Manager to oversee safety initiatives in Texas. Responsibilities include conducting audits, training personnel, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. The ideal candidate has 5+ years of experience in safety and training, with strong communication skills.

The role involves 50% travel within Texas and offers opportunities for growth and performance bonuses. Company benefits include health plans and a 401K plan.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of Safety and Training experience.
• General knowledge of Tex-DOT compliance.
• General understanding of OSHA regulations, USDOT compliance, and Traffic Control.

Responsibilities

• Lead safety initiatives to ensure a safe working environment.
• Conduct audits of job sites and offices.
• Provide training for safety specific functions.

Skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Supervisory and leadership skills

Excellent organization skills and attention to detail

Solid knowledge base of OSHA safety regulations and standards

Education

High School Diploma

Working towards a college degree in safety

Tools

Excel

Word

Job description

Join Helix Traffic Solutions – Traffic Control for a Safer Tomorrow

About Helix

We’re not just placing cones – we’re rethinking the way traffic moves. Helix is a national leader in traffic control and work zone safety, delivering smart, responsive solutions across the country. From high-tech ITS systems to boots-on-the-ground support, we’re shaping the future of infrastructure safety.

Why Helix?

• A culture of safety, service, and integrity
• Real career growth through training and internal mobility
• The backing of a national organization, with the heart of a local team
• A place where your work directly improves public safety

What to Expect

Our work is fast-paced, hands-on, and essential – and that’s exactly what makes it rewarding. Every role at Helix plays a part in protecting lives and keeping communities moving. If you're motivated, adaptable, and looking for a career with purpose, we’d be proud to have you on our team.

Job Summary

The Area Safety Manager is responsible for leading the area’s safety initiatives to ensure a safe working environment for all employees and quality of work zone set ups.

The Area Safety Manager will travel between locations in Texas to conduct office and jobsite audits. This role involves developing safe drivers, maintaining safety policies and procedures, and training programs from multiple geographical areas in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. The Area Safety Director will collaborate closely with divisional presidents and vice presidents, field personnel, and leadership of multiple sister companies under the Helix Family Companies while reporting to the Regional Director of Safety and Quality of Helix’s South Division.

This role is responsible for driving a proactive safety culture that aligns with the company’s mission: “Protect lives everyday through superior traffic and infrastructure solutions.”

Essential Functions

• Be a supportive example for our safety program by providing comprehensive training, safety awareness, solid administrative support, and timely incident reporting.
• Ensure that all company personnel are trained in safety specific functions such as flagging, safe driving, traffic control set-up, based on Texas specific criteria.
• Maintain training records and documentation
• Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local safety laws, regulations, codes, and rules.
• Implement safety and quality procedures at the local level
• Manage quality of work by conducting facility and job-site audits to ensure overall compliance.
• Assist in obtaining information on all claims (Workers Compensation, General Liability, Auto, etc.) and reporting ASAP to the Regional Director of Safety
• Conduct or arrange various training sessions as needed throughout the office locations.
• Maintain the OSHA safety log and other administrative requirements related to safety operations for all locations.
• Monitor and issue guidance on samsara telematics system data

Other Responsibilities

• Help Manage Driver compliance (MVR, Samsara, Accident Reporting, Fleetworthy, etc)
• Help facilitate drug screenings (primarily post-accident and reasonable suspicion).
• Help Oversee USDOT/MUTCD compliance program as well as state specific plans.
• Performs other safety and quality related duties as assigned

Skills and Abilities

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Supervisory and leadership skills
• Excellent organization skills and attention to detail
• Solid knowledge base of OSHA safety regulations and standards

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma
• Working toward a college degree in safety a plus.
• Minimum of 5 years Safety and Training experience
• General knowledge of Tex-DOT compliance
• General understanding of OSHA regulations, USDOT compliance and Traffic Control.
• Professional certifications a plus (Safety Certificate Courses)
• Pass drug screen and MVR background to drive company vehicle.
• Strong written and verbal communications skills required.
• Computer skills in Excel and Word required.
• History of claims reduction and insurance policy administration a plus.
• 5 years Traffic Control or Road Construction experience

Preferred Qualifications

Work Location

• 50% Travel to locations in Texas (Dallas/Fort Worth, Houston, Austin, San Antonio)
• Indoor work in office setting and will include occasional outdoor work environment in and around construction zones
• Occasional exposure to traffic, loud noises, and construction equipment
• M-F Schedule. Schedule may include nights, weekends, and overtime as needed
• Company supplied vehicle for company use.
• Opportunity to enroll in Company health, dental, and vision plans
• Bonus structure based on performance.
• Opportunity to enroll in Company 401K plan.

Helix Traffic Solutions, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer.