Traffic Control Foreman

The Davis H. Elliot Company; Knoxville (TN); Presencial; USD 65 000 - 90 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

ESOP

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Weekly pay

Resumo da oferta

The Davis H. Elliot Company in Knoxville, TN, seeks a Traffic Control Foreman to lead and develop Traffic Control crews across multiple job sites, ensuring safe and compliant operations.

You will oversee staffing, safety audits, and project coordination while fostering strong customer relationships and delivering quality service in fast-paced environments. This is a full-time leadership role with overtime opportunities.

Qualificações

• Strong focus on safety and regulatory compliance.
• Experience in traffic control, utility construction, transportation safety, or related field operations.
• Previous leadership or supervisory experience preferred.
• Knowledge of temporary traffic control practices and standards.
• Ability to lead multiple crews and coordinate activities across multiple job sites.
• Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving.
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record.
• Ability to pass a background check and drug screening.
• Ability to obtain and maintain required traffic control certifications.
• Willingness to travel between job sites.

Responsabilidades

• Supervise and support Traffic Control crews across multiple job sites.
• Ensure all traffic control operations comply with company policies, customer requirements, and MUTCD regulations.
• Conduct field inspections and work zone audits to verify compliance and safety performance.
• Coordinate staffing, scheduling, and deployment of traffic control personnel and equipment.
• Evaluate employee performance and provide coaching, mentoring, and development opportunities.
• Investigate incidents, near misses, and safety concerns and implement corrective actions.
• Coordinate with project managers, customers, contractors, and field personnel.
• Build and maintain positive customer relationships by ensuring crews deliver traffic control services safely, professionally, and in accordance with customer expectations.
• Ensure proper setup, maintenance, and removal of temporary traffic control devices.
• Monitor equipment, materials, and inventory to support operational needs.
• Assist with employee recruitment, onboarding, certification tracking, and training.
• Prepare reports, documentation, and operational updates as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Conhecimentos

Leadership

Safety culture

Communication

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Team mentoring

Regulatory compliance

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Lead the teams that keep our work zones safe.

At Davis H. Elliot, safety is our top priority. As a Traffic Control Foreman, you'll provide leadership and oversight for Traffic Control crews supporting critical utility and infrastructure projects. You'll be responsible for ensuring safe, compliant, and efficient traffic control operations while developing employees and maintaining strong relationships with customers and other contractors.

This is an opportunity for an experienced traffic control professional to advance into a leadership role with a company committed to safety excellence, employee development, and long-term career growth.

Why Join Davis H. Elliot?

• Full-time leadership position with overtime opportunities available
• Employer-paid certifications and ongoing professional development
• Opportunities for advancement into higher-level leadership roles
• Work outdoors and stay active
• Supportive team environment
• Stable work with an established company
• Play a key role in protecting workers and the traveling public

You'll be successful in this role if you:

• Lead by example and promote a strong safety culture
• Enjoy developing and mentoring employees
• Communicate effectively with crews, customers, and management
• Stay organized while managing multiple projects and priorities
• Make sound decisions in fast-paced field environments
• Hold yourself and others accountable for safety and performance
• Take pride in delivering quality service

Major Responsibilities:

• Supervise and support Traffic Control crews across multiple job sites
• Ensure all traffic control operations comply with company policies, customer requirements, and MUTCD regulations
• Conduct field inspections and work zone audits to verify compliance and safety performance
• Coordinate staffing, scheduling, and deployment of traffic control personnel and equipment
• Evaluate employee performance and provide coaching, mentoring, and development opportunities
• Investigate incidents, near misses, and safety concerns and implement corrective actions
• Coordinate with project managers, customers, contractors, and field personnel
• Build and maintain positive customer relationships by ensuring crews deliver traffic control services safely, professionally, and in accordance with customer expectations
• Ensure proper setup, maintenance, and removal of temporary traffic control devices
• Monitor equipment, materials, and inventory to support operational needs
• Assist with employee recruitment, onboarding, certification tracking, and training
• Prepare reports, documentation, and operational updates as required
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Strong commitment to safety and regulatory compliance
• Previous experience in traffic control, utility construction, transportation safety, or related field operations
• Previous leadership or supervisory experience preferred
• Working knowledge of temporary traffic control practices and standards
• Ability to lead multiple crews and coordinate activities across multiple job sites
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record
• Ability to pass a background check and drug screening
• Ability to obtain and maintain required traffic control certifications

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions, including heat, cold, and rain
• Ability to travel between job sites throughout the workday
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods while conducting inspections and audits
• Ability to occasionally lift and carry up to 50 pounds
• Ability to safely navigate active construction and utility work zones

Benefits may Include:

• Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP)
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Weekly pay

Join Davis H. Elliot and help lead the teams that protect workers, motorists, and communities every day.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.