Traffic Control Flagger

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Set up, maintain, and remove temporary traffic control devices including cones, barricades, signs, barrels, arrow boards, and delineators
• Direct vehicle and pedestrian traffic using stop/slow paddles, hand signals, and radio communication
• Perform lane closures and traffic shifts in accordance with approved traffic control plans and safety regulations
• Monitor work zones continuously to ensure traffic control devices remain properly positioned and effective
• Communicate with crew members, supervisors, contractors, and the public regarding traffic flow and safety concerns
• Assist with loading, unloading, transporting, and organizing traffic control equipment and materials
• Operate company vehicles and safely transport equipment to and from job sites
• Identify and report unsafe conditions, damaged equipment, or motorists failing to comply with traffic direction
• Maintain a strong focus on public safety and ensure compliance with all company, state, and federal traffic control regulations
• Perform basic maintenance and inspection of traffic control equipment
• Complete daily work logs, safety documentation, and other assigned reports
• Support general labor duties on project sites as needed
• Work flexible schedules including nights, weekends, overtime, and emergency response assignments when required

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record required
• ATSSA Traffic Control Technician or Flagger Certification required (or ability to obtain upon hire)
• Willingness to travel up to 20% of the time required
• One year of previous traffic control, flagging, construction, utility, or roadway experience preferred
• Knowledge of work zone safety practices and traffic control standards preferred
• Ability to read and interpret traffic control plans and project layouts is a plus
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to remain alert and make quick safety-focused decisions in high-traffic environments

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, and lift up to 50–70 pounds throughout the shift
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, and wind
• Comfortable working around high volumes of moving traffic and construction activity
• Ability to work extended hours, overtime, weekends, and varying shifts as needed
• Must wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times on job sites

Benefits

• Group benefits and 401K program
• Employee assistance program – if you are feeling stressed, having sleep problems, or worrying about your budget you can have help anytime, anywhere and it is all confidential
• Employee perks including discounts from suppliers on various products and services such as insurance, wireless bundles, movie tickets, travel, software, books, and much more