Flagger

Granite Construction•Wharton, TX

About The Position

Building a career at Granite may be the most valuable thing you could do... Find your dream job today, and be part of something great. Our most powerful partnership is the one we have with our employees. Our people are our most valued asset and the foundation of Granite’s century-old success. We’re building more than infrastructure; we are building your future. General Summary Dedicated and observant flagger to monitor the flow of traffic around road construction sites. The flagger's responsibilities include informing motorists of possible detour routes, reporting disobedient drivers to law enforcement officials, and answering motorists’ questions. You should also be able to direct emergency vehicles safely through construction zones as required. We participate in On-the-Job training program.

Requirements

High School Diploma, GED or equivalent years of experience
Appropriate training and experience required
Workers should be able to: Follow specific directions
Perform a variety of duties which may often change
Work within standards of accuracy
Proven experience working as a flagger.
Sound knowledge of state traffic regulations.
The ability to stand for extended periods.
The ability to work as part of a team.
The ability to work in harsh weather conditions.
Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills.
Exceptional observation skills.
Effective communication skills.
Stand or walk for long periods
Use arms and hands to reach for, handle, and manipulate objects
Frequently lift and carry materials weighing 50 to 100 pounds
Able to erect warning and detour signs, position traffic cones and barricades
Inform the construction crew of any safety hazards
Stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl, and see (naturally or with correction)

Responsibilities

Using hand signals and direction signs to direct traffic around road construction sites.
Communicating with other flaggers using hand-held radios to direct two-way traffic onto a single lane.
Informing the construction crew of any traffic issues that may affect their safety.
Appropriately positioning warning and detour signs around construction sites.
Setting up barricades and traffic cones along construction sites to cordon off certain areas.
Removing all signs, barricades, and traffic cones upon completion of construction work.
Assisting the construction crew in the removal of rubble, debris, and hazardous materials.
Recording the license plate numbers of motorists who neglect to obey traffic signs and directions.
Excellence communication skill and be able to work effectively as part of a team.
Sound knowledge of state traffic regulations as well as exceptional observation skills.