02780 - Crew Leader Bridge Tunnel
About The Position
The Crew Leader Bridge Tunnel leads the activities of Operations crew members and bridge tunnel patrollers, taking initiative during emergencies and unusual situations. The role provides Traffic Control Supervisors and Control Rooms with current information about incidents, equipment, and staffing needs, and oversees traffic direction and control to promote public-road safety. The position manages emergency situations such as hazardous-material spills, multi-vehicle accidents, marine incidents, and structural damage, using staff and equipment to secure incidents safely with minimal direction. It provides oversight and support to police, fire and rescue units, and maintenance staff; leads, trains, and coaches employees; and ensures clear documentation and communication. The role also oversees vehicle monitoring and inspections, patrols and inspects assigned facilities and work areas, checks workstations and equipment readiness, and investigates and records unsafe conditions and traffic hazards. Employees must comply with VDOT's Code of Ethics and the Commonwealth's Standards of Conduct. VDOT positions require pre-employment screening, which may include a fingerprint-based criminal history check, DMV record check, work-history verification, references, a pre-employment physical, and a drug screen.
Requirements
- Ability to compile concise, accurate reports.
- Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with internal and external customers and positively with the public.
- Ability to explain and apply regulations and procedures.
- Ability to operate telecommunication and radio equipment.
- Ability to work on teams to achieve work assignments.
- Demonstrated experience leading, directing, and training others in routine and emergency situations.
- Experience working with bridge tunnel operations, procedures, and regulations, as well as safety and security principles and practices.
- Ability to obtain a CDL and DOT medical card within 11 months of employment and maintain them thereafter.
- Must comply with DOT and VDOT policies and standards when operating CDL equipment.
- Skill in emergency vehicle operation and operation of telecommunication and radio equipment.
- Valid driver's license.
- Safety shoes are required.
Nice To Haves
- Training, experience, or education in construction, emergency operations, or a related field.
- Commercial Driver's License (CDL).
- Experience in traffic control, safety procedures, wrecker operations, and vehicle removal.
- Experience working with, in, or around heavy traffic.
- Knowledge of security work, First Aid, police work, emergency work, and meeting with the public.
- Experience with emergency operations, including snow removal, storms, and accident cleanup.
Responsibilities
- Lead the activities of Operations crew members and bridge tunnel patrollers.
- Take initiative during emergencies and unusual situations.
- Provide Traffic Control Supervisors and Control Rooms with up-to-date information about incidents, equipment, and personnel needs.
- Oversee tasks related to directing and controlling traffic to maximize public-road safety.
- Manage emergency incidents, including hazardous-material spills, multi-vehicle accidents, marine incidents, and structural damage, using staff and equipment to secure situations safely with minimum direction.
- Provide oversight and assistance to state and local police, fire and rescue units, and maintenance staff.
- Use proper safety techniques and equipment, including CPR and First Aid.
- Ensure performance goals are met; coach employees, provide training, and contribute input for performance evaluations.
- Lead employees in routine and emergency activities using appropriate interpersonal styles and methods.
- Establish follow-up procedures to monitor assignments and training.
- Set clear expectations and coach employees to foster ownership.
- Provide clear, concise, and organized oral and written information and documentation.
- Oversee monitoring and inspection of vehicles.
- Ensure employees use sound judgment and appropriate safety techniques to prevent unauthorized pedestrians and vehicles from entering the tunnel.
- Oversee assigned work areas, including buildings, facilities, and equipment; patrol and inspect the facility.
- Periodically inspect tunnels, buildings, personnel, and related areas during the shift.
- Inspect patrollers' and Operations crew members' workstations and facilities to support smooth operations, equipment readiness, and communication.
- Investigate, report, and record unsafe conditions and traffic hazards on appropriate forms.
- Complete investigative reports.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
