Traffic Control Flagger

US Traffic Control LLC • Rome, GA

18d • $18 - $24

About The Position

A Flagger safely directs vehicle and pedestrian traffic around construction sites to help prevent danger to motorists and construction workers. The role involves setting up, maintaining, and removing temporary work zones; coordinating traffic through work areas; communicating with other flaggers and construction crews; and following the company’s safety policies. Employees may be required to work beyond normal hours as workloads and seasonal activities necessitate, and regular, reliable attendance is an essential job function.

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 old.
• Be willing to travel; paid housing and per diem may be provided in special cases.
• Be willing to work 8- or 10-hour shifts, including weekends if necessary.
• Have reliable communication to receive the work schedule.
• Provide steel-toe or composite work shoes to wear during the shift.
• Have the physical strength and stamina to perform the job.
• Be able to work in all weather conditions and tolerate heat, cold, and rain.
• Be able to stand throughout the 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 vehicle and pedestrian traffic safely through and around the work area.
• Read and understand US Traffic Control’s safety manual and employee handbook and comply with company policies.
• Communicate to ensure vehicles and pedestrians do not interfere with or endanger workers and their projects.
• Use handheld radios to communicate with other flaggers and direct two-way traffic onto a single lane.
• Decide whether to allow vehicles 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, dental, and 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