Traffic Control Supervisor: Lead Safe Workzones

Whitaker Construction; Twin Falls (ID); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Whitaker Construction is seeking a dedicated Traffic Control Supervisor to ensure safe and efficient vehicle movement around work zones. You will oversee the placement of signs, cones, and barriers, and supervise a team of flaggers and drivers to uphold standards.

Responsibilities include coordinating with crews and emergency services, complying with MUTCD guidelines, maintaining records, and adapting traffic plans to changing conditions.

Qualifications

• Traffic Control Supervisor certification required.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Display a willing attitude to learn from others.
• Possess a strong sense of personal responsibility.
• Focus to work safely in close proximity to heavy equipment and underground utilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation to get to and from work.

Responsibilities

• Setting up and maintaining traffic control devices: This includes setting up signs, cones, barricades, and other equipment to direct traffic safely around work zones.
• Supervising personnel: Training, coordinating, and monitoring the work of traffic control personnel, such as flaggers and drivers.
• Communication and coordination: Communicating with customers, other agencies (like law enforcement), and construction crews to ensure effective traffic management and address any issues.
• Ensuring compliance: Adhering to all relevant traffic control guidelines, standards (e.g., MUTCD), and regulations.
• Monitoring and adjusting: Observing traffic patterns, identifying potential issues, and making adjustments to traffic control plans as needed.
• Responding to incidents: Handling traffic incidents and emergencies, such as accidents or breakdowns, by coordinating with emergency services and law enforcement.
• Documentation and reporting: Maintaining records of traffic control operations and preparing reports.

Skills

Traffic Control Certification

Team communication

Safety awareness

Written/verbal communication

Driver’s license

Applies to heavy equipment proximity

Job description

Whitaker Construction is seeking a dedicated Traffic Control Supervisor to ensure safe and efficient vehicle movement around work zones. You will oversee the placement of signs, cones, and barriers, and supervise a team of flaggers and drivers to uphold standards.

Responsibilities include coordinating with crews and emergency services, complying with MUTCD guidelines, maintaining records, and adapting traffic plans to changing conditions.