Overview

TRAFFIC CONTROL SUPERVISORABOUT US:Northwest Traffic Control Services is a certified Women Business Enterprise providing professional traffic safety solutions in accordance with MUTCD standards. We specialize in traffic control planning, jobsite setup, and maintenance of traffic for construction projects. We also provide rental and sales of traffic control equipment, including attenuator trucks, arrow boards, message boards, drums, cones, barricades, and signage.We are currently seeking a Traffic Control Supervisor to provide daily supervision of traffic control crews and field operations throughout Northern New Jersey. This role is responsible for overseeing jobsite setups, managing field employees, supporting safety compliance, maintaining equipment, communicating with customers, and ensuring work is completed safely and efficiently.COMPENSATION:Salary range: $60,000-$65,000 per yearOvertime opportunities are available for hours worked over 40 in a workweekWeekly payMedical, dental, and 401(k) benefitsPaid training and certification opportunitiesHigh-visibility PPE and radios providedSCHEDULEThis is a full-time position. The regular schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Occasional overtime may be required based on business and project needs.RESPONSIBILITIESProvide daily supervision of traffic control crews and field employeesManage daily crew assignments and support field operationsPerform jobsite visits to ensure work is being completed safely, properly, and in accordance with company standardsOversee traffic control setups and ensure crews follow jobsite requirements, company procedures, and MUTCD standardsServe as a customer liaison and communicate professionally with contractors, project contacts, and internal team membersPrepare daily and weekly reports as neededOversee the maintenance, condition, and proper use of traffic control equipmentConduct toolbox safety talks with field staffHandle safety incident reporting and assist with follow-up as neededConduct employee training and testingAssist with employee coaching, performance concerns, and disciplinary mattersHelp resolve jobsite issues in a timely and professional mannerDrive company vehicles as neededPerform other duties as assignedREQUIREMENTSHigh school diploma or GED required2-3 years of supervisory experience requiredPrior traffic control, roadway construction, utility, or field operations experience strongly preferredValid driver's license with a clean driving recordAbility to direct traffic control operations and lead field crewsKnowledge of traffic control equipment, work zone safety, and field proceduresAbility to work in a fast-paced environmentExcellent customer service and communication skillsStrong problem-solving and organizational skillsBasic knowledge of Microsoft OfficeAbility to prepare reports and maintain accurate jobsite documentationComfortable working outdoors in all weather conditionsAbility to stand and walk for extended periodsAbility to lift and move up to 50 lbs. as neededWillingness to work occasional overtime as neededLocal day travel may be requiredPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSAssociate degree preferred but not requiredTraffic control certification preferredExperience conducting safety talks, training, testing, or incident reportingExperience leading field employees in construction, traffic control, utility, logistics, or related environmentsWORK ENVIRONMENTWork is regularly performed outdoors in various weather conditions, including rain, heat, cold, wet or humid conditions, and active roadway environments. This role may involve exposure to moving vehicles, moving mechanical parts, vibration, hazardous tools, and traffic control equipment.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk, hear, stand, walk, use hands, reach, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and move up to 10 lbs. and occasionally lift and move up to 5