Crossing Guard

WEST VALLEY CITY; West Valley City (UT); On-site; USD 410,000 - 546,000; Full time

Job summary

West Valley City seeks a Crossing Guard to help elementary students cross streets before and after school. The role involves setting up safety equipment, monitoring traffic, and guiding children to cross with vigilance.

Shifts are mornings 7:30–9:30 and afternoons 2:30–4:30 with no nights, holidays, or weekends. Pay is $15.25 per crossing, with potential $200+ weekly earnings for two crossings.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Willing to work as substitute prior to regular post.
• Able to pass visual and audio examination.
• Possess a valid Utah driver’s license or ability to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Travel to assigned crossing location with crossing guard equipment.
• Arrive five minutes before scheduled crossing to set up equipment and turn on flashing lights.
• Ability to assess and monitor traffic situations at the crossing post.
• Provide a safe gap for children to cross the street.
• Cross all children to and from school with extreme caution.
• Maintain good relationships with children and ensure safe crossing practices.

Skills

Independent worker

English communication

Safety awareness

Passing exams

Job description

Description

Come join a team dedicated to making a positive impact in our community, where the well-being of our residents is always our top priority.

Position Summary

Under the direct supervision of the Crossing Guard Supervisor, crosses elementary school-age children to and from school.

• Guards may work two crossings (one morning and one afternoon) with an earning potential of $200+ per week.
• No nights, holidays, or weekends.
• Paid training.
• All equipment provided.

Pay Rate

$15.25 per crossing post.

Schedule:

During the school year Monday - Friday, crossing guards work mornings from 7:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. and afternoons from 2:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Each crossing shift lasts approximately 30 minutes and falls within those timeframes.

Posting Close Date

Open until filled

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Travel to assigned crossing location(s) transporting crossing guard equipment.
• Arrive at post five minutes before scheduled crossing to set up equipment and turn on flashing lights.
• Ability to assess and monitor traffic situations throughout the crossing post.
• Provide safe gap (not directing traffic unless absolutely necessary) for children to cross the street.
• Cross all children to and from school using extreme caution.
• Maintain good relationships with the children and ensure children follow safe crossing practices.
• Report any dangerous practices of motorists to Crossing Guard Supervisor and problems with students to proper school officials.
• Standing and walking for extended periods of time
• Running into the street if necessary to grab a child from harm’s way
• Ensure that flashing lights are turned off and locked after duties are finished.
• Wear regulation equipment each time at post.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Ability to work independently.
• Training by Supervisor in all aspects of job. Willing to work as substitute PRIOR to receiving regular post.
• Able to pass visual and audio examination.

Language Skills:

• Must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills in the English language.

Certificates, Licenses, and/or Registrations:

• Possess a valid Utah driver’s license or have the ability to obtain one.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Moderate to heavy physical activity.
• Required to stand or walk for extended periods.
• Must have the ability to use both hands.

Work Environment

• Intermittent exposure to stress as a result of human behavior. Exposure to elements such as cold, heat, and precipitation.

West Valley City is an "Equal Opportunity Employer" and selects, hires, promotes, and compensates employees without regard to race, religion, age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, color, national origin, or any other non-meritorious factor. The City evaluates applicants for employment or candidates for promotion based upon their knowledge, skills, experience, education, and potential for job performance consistent with the needs of the position.