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Traffic Signal Foreperson

Traffic Control Devices, LLC
Durham, NC Full Time
POSTED ON 11/4/2025 CLOSED ON 1/4/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Traffic Signal Foreperson position at Traffic Control Devices, LLC?

Traffic Signal Foreperson

This position leads crews working in the field of traffic signals and signs. Applicants with experience in standing poles, installing cable, signal heads, light fixtures, and controller cabinets are preferred. Successful candidates will be able to take a set of plans and complete a project from start to finish with minimal supervision.

Pay: Competitive, Hourly

Benefits:

  • Health Insurance (Medical/Dental/Vision) starting Day 1
  • Company Sponsored Retirement Plan
  • Life, long-term/short-term disability insurances
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • PTO
  • Paid Holidays

Essential Functions & Responsibilities:

  • Supervise and train staff in installation, preventative maintenance and repair of electrical and electronic overhead systems.
  • Oversee installation of controller cabinets, set and pull span wire and electrical conductor cable, hang traffic signal, make wire connections.
  • Investigate traffic complaints related to public concerns and/or accidents.
  • Program, maintain, and repair flashing school zone sign controls, CCTV equipment.
  • Coordinate utility projects involving signalized intersections, traffic signal and electrical supply inventory with project manager and job superintendents.
  • Effectively prioritize and schedule work tasks and assignments to be completed within deadlines.
  • Determine costs and methods of needed materials and equipment.
  • Assist in on-site work duties.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Must be 18 years of age or older.
  • Must possess a current DOT Medical Card or acquire one as part of pre-employment screening

Education & Experience

  • Prior experience installing, repairing, and maintaining traffic signal and industrial electrical systems and equipment is preferred
  • IMSA Certification preferred


Pre-Screen

  • Upon offer, employees may be required to subject and pass a pre-employment drug screen, background and/or MVR check.

License & Certifications:

  • CDL preferred.
  • Driver License required.

Physical Requirements:

  • RARE (less than 10%): climbing poles
  • OCCASIONAL (up to 33%): sitting, kneeling, crawling, climbing ladders, climbing stairs.
  • FREQUENT (up to 66%): stooping, squatting, body-twisting, manual dexterity, climbing on/off a truck, gripping, reading.
  • CONTINUOUS (up to 100%): standing, walking, sense of touch, speaking clearly, seeing distant, lifting over 10 lbs to 50 lbs., seeing, reaching, range of motion, hearing-speech range, depth perception, color vision, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, balancing, lifting up to 10 lbs., lifting up to 50 lbs.

About Us:

Traffic Control Devices, LLC (TCD) was established in 1978. Over the last four decades, TCD has earned a reputation of quality in the electrical contracting and transportation engineering industry. We specialize in the design, construction, implementation, and maintenance of Intelligent Transportation System (ITS) projects and their associated communications, control, and display hardware. TCD installs, integrates, tests, and maintains copper, fiber optic, wireless, and hybrid communications systems. Maintaining strong professional relationships throughout the Intelligent Transportation System industry allows TCD to continue to provide the highest quality services, maintenance, enhanced system performance, and value for our clients.

Individuals with a disability who desire a reasonable accommodation can contact the ADA Coordinator at 1-833-222-3066. We partner with the Department of Homeland Security/U.S. Customs and Immigration Service to e-Verify all newly hired employees.

An Equal Opportunity Employer.

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