What are the responsibilities and job description for the Traffic Control Flagger position at DB Civil Construction, LLC?
Overview
Join our dynamic construction team as a Traffic Control Flagger and play a vital role in ensuring safety and smooth traffic flow around roadway construction sites. This energetic position requires a proactive individual who is committed to maintaining safe work zones, directing traffic efficiently, and supporting heavy equipment operations. As a Traffic Control Flagger, you will be the frontline guardian of safety for workers, motorists, and pedestrians alike, helping to create a secure environment for all involved in civil infrastructure projects. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to be part of impactful road construction and highway maintenance initiatives.
Duties
- Safely direct vehicular and pedestrian traffic around construction zones using standardized hand signals, signs, and flags in accordance with FMCSA (Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration) regulations.
- Set up and maintain proper signage, barriers, cones, and warning devices to clearly delineate work zones and ensure visibility for drivers.
- Communicate effectively with heavy equipment operators such as dozers, loaders, backhoes, graders, dump trucks, front loader trucks, and paving machinery to coordinate safe movement of vehicles and personnel.
- Assist with the installation and removal of traffic control devices while adhering to safety protocols and manual handling procedures.
- Monitor work zones continuously for hazards or unsafe conditions; report issues promptly to supervisors for immediate action.
- Support roadway construction projects by assisting with heavy lifting tasks, manual handling of materials, and operating power tools when necessary.
- Follow all safety guidelines related to heavy equipment operation, welding, highway maintenance, and general construction site procedures to promote a secure work environment.
Skills
- Proven experience in traffic control for work zones within civil infrastructure or road construction projects.
- Knowledge of heavy equipment operation including dozer, loader operation, backhoe operation, grader operation, and familiarity with Caterpillar machinery.
- Ability to operate hand tools and power tools safely while performing manual handling tasks involving heavy lifting.
- Strong understanding of FMCSA regulations governing commercial truck driving and safety standards on construction sites.
- Skilled in working outdoors in various weather conditions with outdoor work experience essential for highway maintenance roles.
- Mechanical knowledge related to heavy equipment maintenance or troubleshooting is a plus.
- Excellent communication skills for clear signaling with equipment operators and directing traffic effectively.
- Capable of working on multiple construction projects simultaneously while adhering to safety protocols.
- Experience welding or working with roadway construction materials is advantageous but not mandatory.
Join us in making roads safer while advancing your career in a fast-paced civil infrastructure environment! We are dedicated to fostering a safe, inclusive workplace where energetic individuals thrive by contributing their skills towards impactful road construction projects.
Pay: $18.00 - $24.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $24