MPT Foreman

Position Overview:
The Maintenance and Protection of Traffic Foreman is responsible for the supervision and maintenance of traffic control devices and infrastructure.

Responsibilities:

• Directly overseeing the work of Traffic Maintenance Workers and Semiskilled Workers in the field.


• Ensuring that work is performed according to specified standards and within prescribed work scheduling procedures.


• Conducting quality and quantity controls on work zones.


• Identifying signs needing repairs due to damage and arranging for repairs or replacements.


• Ensuring safe working conditions, equipment use, and work practices for assigned personnel and for motorists in the area.


• Estimating time and materials needed for upcoming jobs.


• Reading and Interpreting traffic engineering drawings.


• Supervising the preparation of equipment and materials for each day's work.


• Redistributing workload and available resources to solve workflow/assignment problems.


• Understanding methods, materials, tools, and equipment used in sign installation.


• Analyze crew cost information to ensure that the crew operates within budget.


• Record labor and equipment hours daily for the crew.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to work in various weather conditions.


• Lift and carry heavy objects.


• Prolonged standing, walking, and navigating NYS DOT Highway and Thruway

Qualifications:

• 3+ years of experience as a Maintenance & Protection of Traffic Foreman


• Certified work zone traffic supervisor is preferred


• Able to run an MPT crew on the NYS Thruway


• Strong understanding of quality control, cost control, job site safety, and blueprint reading.


• Flexible schedule with rotating shifts alternating between days and nights.


• OSHA 10-hour construction safety training, minimum requirement.


• Good math, analytical, and communication skills.


• Ability to teach and work alongside field crews.


• Valid driver’s license.


• Basic knowledge of software programs, such as Heavy Job, Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint is preferred, but not required. Training on Heavy Job will be provided if needed.

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