Crew Lead/Foreman (FT)

• Knowledge of safety policies, procedures, and programs related to roadway construction and maintenance.
• Plans, organizes, and supervises all equipment and materials needed to set up, take down, maintain traffic control, and handle traffic-related situations.
• Monitors operations and activities of the traffic maintenance work unit; recommends improvements and modifications and prepares various reports on operations and activities.
• Prepares and inspects contract work for compliance with policies and procedures, plans, specifications, and standards of quality and safety.
• Interprets and advises staff on applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Considerable skill in the operation of light, medium, and heavy-duty trucks and equipment used for highway maintenance and the operation and maintenance of hand-held and power tools.
• Ability to complete reports and records.
• Ability to perform heavy manual labor and use hand and power tools.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Basic knowledge of inventory procedures.
• Skill in the use of computers and software applications.
• Ability to interpret and apply work zone safety and traffic control manuals.

• Constant physical effort, including standing, is required during a regular work shift of at least eight hours per day. The employee must be able to stand for extended periods and to stoop, bend and crouch.
• Vision sufficient to read diagrams, manual reports, rules, regulations, laws, and plans.
• Hearing is sufficient to hear conversations in person and over telephones and radios.
• Manual dexterity to operate tools used in the course of work and typical office equipment including computer keyboards
• Ability to lift and carry, frequently, at least 50 pounds and, at times, as much as 90 pounds, as may be assigned.
• Physical dexterity involves stretching, proper placement of legs, and use of arms and hands in repetitive motions.
• Maintain constant alertness to the multiple concurrent activities of the construction site including the activities of other employees and contractors, the operation of stationary equipment, and the movement of mobile equipment.
• Frequently walk on uneven surfaces, including natural ground in varying weather conditions.

• Have a high school diploma or GED and be able to read, write and complete work reports.
• Hold a current valid FDOT MOT/ TTC Advanced Certification and State of Florida Advanced Training for Worksite Traffic Supervisor certification.
• Have at least 4 to 5 years of experience as an MOT (Maintenance of Traffic) Foreman/ Crew Leader in highway construction planning, organizing and supervising all equipment and materials needed to set up, take down, maintain traffic control, and handle traffic-related situations is required, two years of which were at the lead level or an equivalent combination of closely related training and experience.
• Provide and maintain a valid driver’s license with acceptable driving history.
• Have a negative drug test and continue to submit to a random drug test as condition to maintain employment.
• Have an acceptable criminal background check.
• A team player and positive attitude.

Cornerstone Barricades, Inc. is a Maintenance of Traffic (MOT) service provider based in Gainesville, FL. With over 20 years of experience working for and with the Florida Department of Transportation, our highly experienced staff specializes in road construction and safety. Our Advanced Maintenance of Traffic (MOT) Certification enables our firm to provide superior MOT services, including designing, installation, maintenance, and equipment rental.