Flagger

Adams Construction Company; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 3,031,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Health Savings Account

Employer paid life/AD&D insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Short-term disability

401K

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Employee Wellness Program

Job summary

Adams Construction Company is seeking a Flagman/Flagger to support traffic control at construction sites in Roanoke, VA. You will help set up signs and cones, coordinate with crews, and safely direct traffic through active work zones, including operation with hand signals and radios.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, a flagger certification, a valid driver’s license, and reliable transportation. Prior construction exposure is preferred but not mandatory.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Flagger or Work Zone Traffic Control Certification.
• Valid Driver’s License with acceptable driving record.
• Reliable transportation.
• Prior construction or paving experience preferred but not required.
• Ability to pass required drug test due to safety needs.

Responsibilities

• Load/unload work zone equipment.
• Assist with setting signs and cones around work areas to divert traffic.
• Alert crews to approaching traffic and hazards.
• Flag motorists to warn of obstacles or repairs ahead.
• Direct traffic safely through work zones using stop/slow paddle and radio.
• Assist in directing dump trucks into the work zone.
• May drive a pilot car if driving record is acceptable.
• Available for overtime and possible weekends when necessary.

Skills

Flagger certification

Valid driver’s license

Construction experience

Reliable transportation

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Education

High School diploma/GED

Construction experience

Job description

Under general supervision of a superintendent, a Flagger will perform flagging operations on a construction project and assists in traffic control to enhance and promote a safe work zone.

Responsibilities

• Loads/unloads work zone equipment to/from the company vehicle.
• Assists with setting out signs and cones around work areas to divert traffic.
• Alerts work crews to approaching traffic and potential hazards
• Flags motorists to make them aware of obstacles or repair work ahead.
• Safely directs traffic through active work zones while standing, grasping a stop/slow paddle and utilizing radio communication.
• Assists at times with directing dump trucks into the work zone
• May assist in setting out signs and cones around work areas to divert traffic.
• May at times drive pilot car when necessary and ONLY if driving record is acceptable
• Availability to work overtime and possible weekends when necessary for project.

Essential Functions

• Ability to lift and carry heavy loads of 40 to 50 pounds or more on a day-to-day basis
• The ability to exert maximum muscle force to life, push, pull, or carry objects
• Capacity to stand, walk, bend, and kneel for extended periods, often ranging from 8 to 14 hours.
• Ability to quickly make coordinated movements with hands, arms, and legs
• Comfort working in extreme temperatures (heat and cold, humidity, and dusty environments
• Ability to understand and carry out verbal and or written directions paying attention to detail
• Ability to understand and carry out verbal and or written directions
• Ability to communicate effectively through signaling with clear, firm, and courteous communication skills
• Ability to make clear decisions related to traffic movement, practice continuous situational awareness and react quickly to potential emergencies

Qualifications

• High School diploma/GED
• Prior construction or paving experience preferred but not required
• Flagger or Work Zone Traffic Control Certification
• Valid Driver’s License and acceptable driving record
• Eligible to work in designated school zones being in the presence of minors
• Ability to pass required drug test for position due to traffic safety needs.
• Ability to work in a team environment providing cooperation and respect to all individuals as well as the general public.
• Reliable transportation is required.

Benefits

• MedicalHealth Savings AccountDentalEmployer paid life/AD&D insuranceVisionEmployer paid short term disability401KEmployee Assistance ProgramPaid Time Off and HolidaysEmployee Wellness Program

This job description should not be construed to imply that this is exclusive standards of the position. Employees are directed to follow additional instructions and perform related duties, as may be required by their supervisor.