Traffic Control Lead Trainer

Helix Traffic Solutions, LLC; Haltom City (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance after 60 days

401K matching

Paid time off

Holiday pay

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Helix Traffic Solutions, LLC is seeking a Lead Trainer to oversee traffic control work sites, train staff, and ensure safety compliance. The role requires experience in traffic control, ability to lift 80 lbs, and willingness to travel. You will read traffic control plans and coordinate with the team to meet project schedules.

The position emphasizes hands-on leadership, field supervision, and promoting a culture of safety across sites nationwide.

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience in traffic control or related industry.
• High School Diploma required; college courses preferred.
• Able to work nights/weekends and travel as needed.
• Physically capable: lift 80 lbs and stand for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Lead Trainer supervises installation at worksites and trains staff.
• Identify non-compliant aspects and enforce safety standards.
• Coordinate with branch team to ensure on-time project completion.
• Read and implement traffic control plans; communicate with clients.

Skills

Traffic control experience

Physical stamina

Teamwork

Reading traffic plans

Communication

Education

High School Diploma

College courses preferred

Tools

Forklift experience

Operate motorized hand tools

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?

We're a people-first company with a mission to save lives. At Helix, you’ll find:

• 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.

Superior Traffic Control, LLC is the largest traffic control company in the State of Tennessee with regional offices in Memphis, Nashville, Knoxville, Chattanooga, Alabama and serves Northern Georgia, Mississippi, Louisiana and Texas. We bring the highest level of traffic control experience available to state, city and private projects, ensuring the success and on-time completion of projects we are a part of.

The Lead Trainer is capable of supervising the installation of worksites, identifying any non-compliant aspects of a worksite and can oversee/train other employees while in the field.

• Must be able to lift 80 lbs and perform repetitive physical tasks
• Must be able to stand for extended period of time (8+ hrs)
• Ability to operate motorized hand tools and equipment
• Exhibit good judgment in the field, including safe work practices around live traffic and adhere to company policy at all times
• Ability to accurately use rulers and calculate measurements
• Must have forklift experience for loading/unloading materials
• Cooperative team player attitude
• Accurately fill out timecards, equipment installation tickets, read and implement traffic control plans
• Communicate effectively with both clients and other field staff
• Other duties as assigned by Branch Manager
• Required: High School Diploma, college courses preferred
• 2+ years' experience in traffic control or related industry
• Must be able to work nights/weekends as requested
• Must be able to travel out of town as needed, provided ample notice is given

Compensation/ Benefits Offered

• Hourly pay based on experience. Overtime pay after 40 hours per week
• Eligible for health insurance after 60 days
• Eligible to participate in employer matching 401K
• Paid Time Off accrual & Holiday Pay
• Opportunities for advancement; we promote from within

Helix Traffic Solutions, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Aff…