Lead Traffic Signals & ITS Foreman

Blue Signal Search; Murfreesboro (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime

Health insurance

Life insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Safety training

Job summary

Blue Signal Search is seeking an experienced Traffic Operations Foreman to own daily field execution across traffic signals, roadway lighting, and ITS projects in the region. The role combines hands-on leadership with coordination of bucket truck crews, ensuring safety, quality, and on-time completion.

You will read electrical plans, supervise crews, mentor staff, and collaborate with utilities, inspectors, and project partners to keep work moving smoothly and safely in the community.

Qualifications

• Five+ years field experience building or maintaining traffic signals or roadway electrical systems.
• Comfortable running bucket trucks and aerial lifts with related equipment.
• Ability to read electrical plans, signal drawings, and construction specifications.
• High school diploma or GED and a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Lead field crews performing traffic signal, roadway lighting, overhead structure, and ITS work.
• Organize daily labor, equipment, tools, and materials to support schedules.
• Direct throughput of elevated installation, maintenance, and repair work.
• Interpret plans and schedules to guide field execution.
• Coordinate with underground teams, project leadership, utilities, inspectors, and partners.
• Train and mentor crew members; enforce safety, PPE, and fall protection.
• Monitor field conditions and address hazards, resources, and project issues.
• Maintain field documentation and support milestones and closeout.

Skills

Field leadership

Traffic signals

Roadway lighting

Electrical construction

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Driver's license

Tools

Bucket trucks

Aerial lifts

Electrical plans reading

Traffic signal drawings

Construction specifications

Job description

Blue Signal Search is seeking an experienced Traffic Operations Foreman to own daily field execution across traffic signals, roadway lighting, and ITS projects in the region. The role combines hands-on leadership with coordination of bucket truck crews, ensuring safety, quality, and on-time completion.

You will read electrical plans, supervise crews, mentor staff, and collaborate with utilities, inspectors, and project partners to keep work moving smoothly and safely in the community.