Traffic Control Specialist (Flagger)

Essential Functions

• Ensures proper control of traffic thru the work zone to safeguard both workers and the traveling public.
• Provides instruction to drivers and communicates with other workers and flaggers throughout the day.
• Collections proper number of signs as needed for use within a project area.
• Ensures that signs are in good condition so as to effectively direct and route traffic within a work area.
• Ensures proper placement of signage at and around a project work area, compliant with all M.U.T.C.D. and other safety regulations.
• Adjusts signs as appropriate throughout the course of the project so as to maintain proper signage distances.
• Establishes other signs used for warning drivers of upcoming road hazards.
• Collects signs at the end of each day.
• For those signs remaining on location at the end of the workday, ensures that sign placement is appropriate and meets all safety criteria.

Secondary Functions

• Serves in on-call status for off-hours or overtime work.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.