PW- FOREMAN (TRAFFIC)

Join the City of Coppell’s Public Work- Traffic Team as our next Traffic Foreman and help shape the future of our city’s infrastructure. In this year-round leadership role, you’ll develop work plans, supervise a traffic crew of four, and ensure our traffic systems meet all safety standards. Our ideal candidate is an emotionally mature leader who communicates openly, builds trust with the team, and takes a balanced approach to implementing improvements.

You’ll bring technical expertise in traffic control devices, a collaborative spirit, and a focus on supporting your crew’s growth. Over time, you will confidently manage schedules, guide safety audits, handle emergency responses, and partner with internal and external stakeholders. If you’re ready to combine hands-on technical work with people-focused leadership—resolving challenges respectfully and cultivating a positive culture—consider joining us and making a lasting impact in Coppell.

Opportunity Description
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Schedule Commitment 
Routinely works from 7:00-4:00, Monday-Friday, with additional hours as needed and is in the on-call rotation.

Pay Plan

This opportunity is non-exempt and on Pay Grade #14. The full Pay Grade Range is shown for growth and development opportunities within the grade. Salary determination is supported by budget availability and qualifications of the candidate to maintain internal equity. 

Hiring Range: $29.68-$35.00
Candidate Engagement Plan
We are actively accepting applications for this opportunity until filled. Our hiring team will complete weekly application material reviews and connect with qualified candidates on the next steps in our hiring process.

Our hiring process includes a DISC Assessment, and an Interview.

For application support, or to check the status of your application, contact the Employee Experience Team by calling 972-304-3699.  Experience

• High School Diploma/GED 
• 5 Years of experience in the installation, maintenance, and repair of traffic control devices. 
• Experience in a supervisory, project management, or a leadership role. 
• Certifications, Required or the ability to obtain post-hire for continued employment: 
  • IMSA Level I Signs and Markings, or equivalent 
  • IMSA Roadway Lighting Level I Certification, or equivalent 
  • IMSA Level II Traffic Signal Field Certification, or equivalent 
  • IMSA Signal Inspector Certification, or equivalent

Meet the Team

The City of Coppell Traffic Team is made up of six key positions:

• Traffic Operations Supervisor
• Foreman
• 2 Traffic Technicians 
• 2 Maintenance Workers

The City of Coppell invites you to be a part of this movement in redefining the face of local government and what it means to serve the people in the house. Join a team where innovation and creativity are not only encouraged, but the ideal. Customer service and dedication to making things better are core to our beliefs. We are here to do the best we can at what we do, guided by our Three Anchors:

•  Acting with a Servants Heart
•  Making it Better
•  Exceeding Expectations

Everything we do, we do in the service of others. We do it by being open and welcoming to those who need our help. 

City of Coppell Public Works Department

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Salary : $30 - $35