Operations Manager

Join Helix Traffic Solutions - Traffic Control for a Safer Tomorrow

About Helix Traffic Solutions

We're not just placing cones-we're rethinking the way traffic moves. Helix Traffic Solutions is a national leader in traffic control, work zone safety, and roadway infrastructure services. Through a network of specialized operating companies across the U.S., Helix delivers reliable, high-impact solutions that protect lives, support infrastructure projects, and keep communities moving safely.

About Road Runner Safety Services

Road Runner Safety Services is a proud member of the Helix Traffic Solutions network, serving Missouri, Kansas, and Illinois with professional traffic control and work-zone safety solutions tailored to the unique needs of the Midwest.

Our experienced team is committed to enhancing roadway safety while ensuring smooth, compliant operations across a wide range of projects. From planning through execution, Road Runner Safety Services delivers dependable support designed to keep traffic moving safely and efficiently.

Our services and capabilities include:

• Traffic control and traffic management solutions for projects of all sizes
• Sales and support of traffic control products and safety equipment
• Pavement marking materials and work-zone safety resources
• Solutions designed to minimize disruption while prioritizing safety and regulatory compliance
• End-to-end support to ensure safe, efficient operations from start to finish

With a strong focus on professionalism, compliance, and reliability, Road Runner Safety Services provides the products, expertise, and service needed to manage traffic challenges effectively.

Why Work with Helix & Road Runner Safety Services?

We're a people-first organization with a mission centered on public safety and service. When you join Road Runner Safety Services, you become part of a skilled regional team backed by the strength, stability, and growth opportunities of the Helix Traffic Solutions national network. You'll find:

• A strong culture of safety, accountability, and teamwork
• Hands-on work that directly improves roadway safety and traffic flow
• Opportunities for training, advancement, and internal mobility
• The support of a national organization with strong regional expertise

What to Expect

Our work is fast-paced, hands-on, and essential. Every role at Road Runner Safety Services plays a vital part in keeping Midwest roadways safe and projects running smoothly. If you're dependable, safety-focused, and looking for a career with purpose, we'd be proud to have you on our team.

Position Title: Operations Manager
Position Type: Full-Time

About Road Runner Safety Services, Inc.

Road Runner Safety Services, Inc. has proudly manufactured highway signs, provided traffic control services, and supplied construction safety products for over 25 years. We are committed to delivering high-quality MUTCD-compliant equipment, dependable service, and operational excellence to our customers and crews.

Position Overview

Road Runner is seeking a motivated, dependable, and accountable Operations Manager to support daily branch operations, team leadership, and overall operational efficiency within one of our branches.

This is a hands-on leadership role ideal for someone with traffic control, roadway safety, construction operations, or related field experience who is ready to grow within a fast-paced and team-oriented environment. The ideal candidate will be reliable, organized, able to lead by example, and capable of helping maintain strong operational standards across the branch.

The Assistant Branch Manager will work closely with branch leadership to support scheduling, crew coordination, customer service, operational planning, and employee accountability while helping ensure projects and daily operations run smoothly and efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with overseeing daily branch operations and workflow management
• Support scheduling, dispatching, and coordination of crews, equipment, and materials
• Help lead, motivate, and hold team members accountable to company expectations and safety standards
• Maintain strong communication between office staff, field crews, customers, and management
• Assist with inventory organization, yard operations, and operational planning
• Help resolve customer concerns and operational issues in a professional and timely manner
• Ensure company policies, procedures, and safety standards are consistently followed
• Provide hands-on operational support when needed to help maintain productivity and efficiency
• Support employee onboarding, training, and development efforts

Qualifications

• Previous supervisory, leadership, or assistant management experience preferred
• Traffic control, roadway safety, construction operations, or related industry experience strongly preferred
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Dependable attendance and strong follow-through
• Ability to multitask and adapt in a fast-paced operational environment
• Ability to lead teams professionally while maintaining accountability and productivity
• Positive attitude and willingness to support branch operations wherever needed

Benefits

• 401(k) with company matching
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Life insurance
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person

Helix Traffic Solutions, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer.