Field Supervisor

AWP Safety • Columbus, OH

13h • $60,000 - $65,000

About The Position

The Field Supervisor provides direct leadership and supervision to field-based crews of 40 or more Protectors. The role supports the company’s EHS initiatives and promotes safe work practices to protect employees, customers, and assets. It supports the Area Manager and General Manager in executing company initiatives and collaborates with Area Staff on continuous improvement across business functions. The position’s responsibilities are approximately 80% field-based and 20% office-based, with the majority of work time spent driving and in the field.

The Field Supervisor oversees safety, quality, training, employee engagement, and retention standards; coaches and develops team members; and helps deliver strong customer service. The role includes customer relationship development, job-site and vehicle inspections, pre-bid meetings, client meetings, scheduling assistance, and monitoring employee-related matters such as payroll, timekeeping, benefits, time-off requests, customer issues, and training needs. The supervisor also supports employee training and team building, obtains required ATSSA and state-specific certifications, and develops expertise in work-zone setup, design, and professional flagging.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• One to two years of supervisor experience and experience building teams with 30 or more team members.
• Ability to connect with field-level customers and contacts, and enjoyment of doing so.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to build and maintain working relationships with the team.
• Ability to contribute to employee engagement and ongoing development.
• Intermediate computer skills, including Microsoft Office products and customer relationship management systems.
• Ability to adhere to and promote safe workplace practices.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to meet AWP Safety driver standards.
• Ability to handle the physical demands of the position, including varied sitting, standing, walking, and driving; regular exposure to all weather conditions and indoor environments; and lifting or carrying objects up to 40 pounds.
• Ability to work variable hours based on staffing needs and workload.

Nice To Haves

• A four-year degree in a business-related field is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Directly lead and supervise 40 or more field-based Protectors.
• Support the Area Manager and General Manager in managing and executing company initiatives.
• Collaborate daily with Area Staff to pursue continuous improvement across business functions.
• Maintain field and office responsibilities, approximately 80% and 20%, respectively.
• Ensure safety, quality, training, employee engagement, and retention standards are met.
• Enforce safe work practices to protect team members, customers, and company assets from losses, injuries, and accidents.
• Coach, motivate, and develop assigned Protectors.
• Develop relationships with new and existing customers to achieve goals and identify business opportunities.
• Perform job-site and vehicle inspections; attend pre-bid meetings; meet with clients; and work in the field with the team as needed.
• Address customer service issues promptly and efficiently while providing a high level of service.
• Assist in preparing daily schedules.
• Monitor employee matters, including payroll, timekeeping, benefits, time-off requests, customer issues, and training requirements.
• Facilitate team-building efforts and regular communications with team members.
• Engage in and support training for new and current employees to reduce turnover, promote efficiency, and reduce labor costs.
• Obtain ATSSA and state-specific certifications.
• Develop subject-matter expertise in work-zone setup and design and professional flagging.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Company-provided vehicle with fuel card, including qualified personal-use privileges.
• Career growth opportunities.
• Paid time off.
• Paid holidays.
• Benefits eligibility begins on the first day of the month following hire.
• Medical plan options, dental plan options, legal and identity protection, accident and critical illness coverage, and other benefits.
• Company-paid $50,000 basic life insurance.
• Company-paid long-term disability insurance.
• Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account options.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Bonus potential.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED