Traaffic Control Laborer / Flagger

The Universal Group•Portland, OR

10d•Onsite

About The Position

D&H Flagging, a division of The Universal Group, is seeking hardworking and growth-oriented individuals for Traffic Control Laborer/Flagger positions. This role is crucial for ensuring the safety and flow of traffic in construction work zones throughout Oregon and Southwest Washington. As a Traffic Control Person (TCP), you will be responsible for setting up and adjusting traffic control zones, managing equipment, and responding to emergencies. You will play a key role in upholding quality, safety, and responsiveness, ensuring smooth and incident-free operations.

Requirements

Valid Oregon Flagger Certification (or willingness to obtain certification upon hire).
Knowledge of traffic control procedures and work zone safety standards preferred.
Understanding of OSHA, Oregon OSHA, and MUTCD guidelines preferred.

Responsibilities

Sets up, adjusts, and dismantles traffic control zones according to approved traffic control plans and site requirements.
Places and retrieves signs, cones, barricades, and other traffic control devices.
Directs vehicle and pedestrian traffic using clear and precise hand signals and approved stop/slow paddles.
Maintains awareness of changing traffic conditions and adjusts traffic control measures as needed.
Performs all work in accordance with OSHA, Oregon OSHA, and company safety policies and procedures.
Ensures traffic control activities comply with ODOT standards and the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD).
Responds appropriately to emergencies, hazards, and unsafe work conditions.
Participates in safety meetings, toolbox talks, and incident investigations as required.
Reports all injuries, incidents, near misses, hazards, and non-compliance concerns immediately.
Maintains a safe work environment for employees, contractors, motorists, and pedestrians.
Communicates effectively with dispatch, supervisors, clients, and team members regarding assignments and worksite conditions.
Receives daily job assignments and confirms availability as required.
Uses appropriate communication tools, including smartphones and navigation applications, to support job performance.
Demonstrates professionalism and effective de-escalation when interacting with the public.
Maintains and properly uses required personal protective equipment (PPE).
Ensures all required traffic control equipment is available and in good working condition.
Travels reliably to assigned worksites throughout the Portland Metro Area.
Uses navigation tools such as Google Maps, Waze, or Apple Maps to arrive on time to assignments.