Flagging - Field Supervisor

About the role

The Field Supervisor is an essential component of the day-to-day operations of the field staff. This position serves as a primary resource for flaggers, facilitates crew dispatch, and audits job sites to ensure STS sites meet and exceed expectations of traffic safety compliance. The incumbent will also partner with local Safety Coordinators, Project Managers, and Assistant Managers.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Train and coach employees on company policies and procedures.
• Audit Maintenance of Traffic (MOT) job sites to ensure safety and uphold STS standards.
• Conduct pre-trip inspections.
• Reviews and adjusts schedules based on the need or complexity of a project site.
• Develop and motivate flaggers to progress through the tier system.
• Regularly report attendance, behavioral, and performance patterns to upper management.
• Respond to employee inquiries and provide solutions for field or equipment issues that may arise.
• Build and maintain rapport with the Client/Foreman.
• Conduct accident and incident reports as they occur in the field.
• Facilitate truck check-in and maintain daily gas card, keys, and tablet inventory.
• Collect all post trips and hazardous analysis from the previous day and forward for filing.
• Transfer employees to and from jobs sites for relief and support.
• Prepare equipment for night jobs as requested.
• Identify and recommend top performing flaggers for high priority, complex jobs.
• All other duties as assigned.

Education, Experience & Skills

• High School Diploma or equivalent G.E.D.
• Minimum of one (1) year experience as a flagger.
• Knowledge of Maintenance of Traffic, a must.
• Able to problem solve efficiently.
• Able to manage time effectively.
• Able to maintain a high level of professionalism and confidentiality.
• Strong customer service skills and the ability to instruct with employees of different backgrounds.
• Experience with technology such as computers and tablets, and Microsoft Office products.

Physical Demands

• Walking throughout work zones.
• Ability to travel in a truck from job to job, using the truck as an office.
• Must be able to drive for a long period of time.
• Activities require a significant amount of sitting in the driver's seat of the truck.
• Willing and able to travel occasionally, including nights.
• Relieve crews for breaks, on occasion.

Working Environment

• Outside weather conditions.
• Oversee and audit jobs in all kinds of weather.

Helix Traffic Solutions, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer.