What are the responsibilities and job description for the TRAFFIC CONTROL FLAGGER/TCS position at Active Construction Inc?
A Traffic Control Flagger plays a critical role in maintaining road safety by directing vehicles and pedestrians around work zones. This position is typically part of a labor union, offering benefits, job protections, and adherence to collective bargaining agreements.
Key Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
- Direct vehicular and pedestrian traffic around construction zones using flags, stop/slow paddles, and hand signals.
- Communicate with work crews to ensure a safe and efficient flow of traffic.
- Set up and remove traffic control devices such as cones, barricades, and signs.
- Monitor traffic conditions and adjust signals or instructions as necessary.
- Follow safety regulations, guidelines, and company policies to prevent accidents.
- Use radios or other communication devices to coordinate with other flaggers and site supervisors.
- Report any safety hazards or incidents to the supervisor.
- Must be at least 18 years old.
- Certification in traffic control flagging (varies by state, e.g., ATSSA or state DOT certification).
- Ability to stand for long periods and work in various weather conditions.
- Good communication skills and situational awareness.
- Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds.
- Membership in a labor union (or willingness to join).
- Valid Driver's License required in certain positions.
- Outdoor job, often in high-traffic areas.
- Exposure to weather conditions and potential road hazards.
- Requires wearing safety gear such as reflective vests, hard hats, and steel-toed boots.
- Wages as determined by local union agreement and/or prevailing wage rates, as applicable.
- Health, dental, and vision insurance (managed by local union).
- Pension and retirement benefits (managed by local union).
- Training and safety courses.
- Job security and workplace protections.