Traffic Control Flagger

US Traffic Control LLC • Monroe, NC

4d • $18 - $24

About The Position

A Flagger safely directs the flow of vehicles around construction sites and helps construction workers and motorists avoid dangers associated with the construction site. The role includes setting up and removing temporary work zones, guiding traffic and pedestrians, communicating with other flaggers and construction crews, and making traffic-flow decisions. The job may require travel, work in varying weather conditions, and 8- or 10-hour shifts, including weekends if necessary.

Requirements

• Pass a drug screen and background check before employment.
• Pass a Fit-For-Duty physical exam.
• Have a valid driver's license and provide a driving record.
• Be at least 21 years of age.
• Be willing to travel.
• Be willing to work 8- or 10-hour shifts and weekends if necessary.
• Have reliable communication to receive the work schedule.
• Provide steel-toe or composite work shoes to wear during the shift.
• Have physical strength and stamina.
• Be able to work in all weather conditions and tolerate varying climates, including heat, cold, and rain.
• Be able to stand throughout the entire shift; hand and arm movement is required.
• Have the manual dexterity to operate two-way radios and enter information into a tablet PC.
• Be able to lift 50 pounds at a time.

Nice To Haves

• Professional certification from the American Traffic Safety Services Association (ATSSA) is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set up, maintain, and remove temporary work zones, including warning signs, traffic cones, stop/slow paddles, and rumble strips.
• Guide traffic and pedestrians safely through and around the work area.
• Read and understand US Traffic Control’s safety manual and employee handbook, and comply with their policies.
• Communicate to prevent automobiles and pedestrians from interfering with or endangering laborers and their projects.
• Use hand-held radios to communicate with other flaggers and direct two-way traffic onto a single lane.
• Decide whether to allow cars onto a single lane based on observed traffic flow.
• Inform the construction crew of traffic issues that may affect their safety.
• Perform other job duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• On-the-job training
• Paid training
• Paid housing and per diem in special cases

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed