Senior Traffic Control Lead

RoadSafe Traffic Systems; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

RoadSafe Traffic Systems is seeking a Traffic Control Supervisor III to oversee and execute advanced traffic control and safety operations on assigned projects. Responsibilities include setting up, monitoring, and removing lane closures on state highways, directing traffic for workers, and ensuring compliance with safety policies and regulatory requirements.

You will provide expert leadership to traffic control crews, coordinate equipment transport, maintenance, and job-site readiness, and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean motor vehicle record.
• Minimum of 3+ years (6,000+ hours) of traffic control experience.
• Must successfully complete the ATSSA Traffic Control Technician (TCT) advanced training course.
• Certification as a Worksite Traffic Supervisor (ATSSA) highly preferred.
• Proven experience setting up traffic control operations on state and local roadways.

Responsibilities

• Operate company vehicles to transport materials and equipment to and from job sites.
• Lead daily traffic control crews, including Traffic Control Technicians and Flaggers, with demonstrated leadership and expert-level traffic control knowledge.
• Ensure strict compliance with PPE requirements, safety protocols, and company policies.
• Deliver daily toolbox talks and job-specific safety training to all crew members.
• Mentor and train new hires in proper traffic control and safety procedures.
• Ensure all timesheets, work tickets, and job documentation are completed accurately each day.
• Operate MOT and TMA vehicles to protect workers and work zones.
• Set up, inspect, and remove temporary construction signs, arrow boards, variable message boards, traffic cones, and other safety devices.
• Conduct ongoing work zone inspections during shifts to verify proper placement of devices and overall site safety.
• Install, remove, and reset delineators, signs, posts, and supports as needed.
• Perform shop duties, including general maintenance and repair of traffic control equipment.
• Maintain accurate inventory of traffic control devices, materials, and supplies.
• Travel to various job sites as needed, including occasional overnight stays.

Skills

Traffic control

ATSSA TCT

Team leadership

Vehicle operation

Education

High school diploma

ATSSA TCT advanced training

ATSSA Worksite Traffic Supervisor

Job description

RoadSafe Traffic Systems is seeking a Traffic Control Supervisor III to oversee and execute advanced traffic control and safety operations on assigned projects. Responsibilities include setting up, monitoring, and removing lane closures on state highways, directing traffic for workers, and ensuring compliance with safety policies and regulatory requirements.

You will provide expert leadership to traffic control crews, coordinate equipment transport, maintenance, and job-site readiness, and