Traffic Control Supervisor - Albuquerque SWSS

Traffic Control Supervisor

Southwest Safety, a traffic control company in New Mexico, is seeking a Traffic Control Supervisor to lead on‑site traffic control operations. The Supervisor, often called a Crew Lead, works with construction teams to maintain safe work zones and protect workers, vehicles, and pedestrians.

Key responsibilities include coordinating with foremen, performing flagging duties, setting up temporary work zones with cones and signs, and ensuring compliance with ATSSA and DOT regulations. The role requires proficiency in traffic control, PPE use, and completion of necessary paperwork.

• Be proficient in all Traffic Controller activities
• Set up, maintain, and remove temporary work zones including warning signs, traffic cones, according to ATSSA and DOT regulations
• Load and unload work zone equipment to and from the company vehicle at the job site
• Complete and submit all necessary paperwork before leaving the last job site
• Wear and maintain proper PPE in accordance with company policy
• Ensure company vehicles are kept clean and orderly and inform management of any safety concerns or vehicle problems
• Coordinate work operations with on‑site foreman
• Review start time and address of job site or meeting location as established and sent by office scheduler via company app
• Drive the company vehicle in a safe manner when commuting to and from job sites, if employee chooses to use a company vehicle for commuting
• Read and understand safety manual and employee handbook
• Report to the Field Supervisor
• Other job duties as assigned

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record preferred (mandatory for employees who elect to use a company vehicle to commute)
• Must have a smartphone with internet access for timekeeping and communication to receive work schedule
• Excellent communication skills
• Be able to work in all weather conditions and tolerate varying climates of heat, cold, and rain
• Pass a drug screen prior to employment and maintain a drug‑free status
• Be able to stand throughout your entire shift; hand and arm movement is required
• The position does not allow for frequent breaks
• Be able to lift 50 pounds
• Be physically capable of performing all flagging duties
• Have reliable transportation to and from job sites. Employees may drive their own vehicles to the job site; voluntary carpooling with crew members is allowed.

• Competitive wages with the option for many overtime hours
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Opportunities and programs for bonus wages
• Opportunity to advance with free training
• Job Type: Full-time
• Pay: $22.00 - $28.00 per hour
• Expected hours: 40 – 50 per week

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

• Temporary Traffic Control: 2 years

• Driver's License
• Traffic Control Supervisor certificate

Southwest Safety Services is an Equal Employment Opportunities Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to their nationality, ethnicity, gender, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, veterans, or military status.