General laborer Flagger

Pantegon Commercial Solutions; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Job summary

A construction management firm in Nashville seeks a dedicated flagger to monitor traffic flow around road construction sites. The ideal candidate possesses a high school diploma or GED, along with ATSSA certification and experience as a flagger. Responsibilities include directing traffic, communicating safety issues to the crew, and ensuring compliance with traffic regulations. Benefits include opportunities for advancement and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Proven experience working as a flagger.
• Sound knowledge of state traffic regulations.
• Ability to stand for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Direct traffic around road construction sites using signs and equipment.
• Communicate with other flaggers to manage two-way traffic.
• Inform construction crew of any traffic issues.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Exceptional observation skills

Ability to work as part of a team

Problem-solving skills

Ability to work in harsh weather conditions

Education

High school diploma or GED

Certification through ATSSA

Job description

Overview

General laborer, Flagger

We are looking to hire a dedicated and observant flagger to monitor the flow of traffic around road construction sites. The flagger's responsibilities include informing motorists of possible detour routes, reporting disobedient drivers to law enforcement officials, and answering motorists’ questions. You should also be able to direct emergency vehicles safely through construction zones as required.

To be successful as a flagger, you should have excellent communication skills and be able to work effectively as part of a team. Ultimately, a top-notch flagger should demonstrate a sound knowledge of state traffic regulations as well as exceptional observation skills.

Benefits

• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off

Responsibilities

• Using company provided equipment and direction signs to direct traffic around road construction sites.
• Communicating with other flaggers using hand-held radios to direct two-way traffic onto a single lane.
• Informing the construction crew of any traffic issues that may affect their safety.
• Appropriately positioning warning and detour signs around construction sites.
• Setting up barricades and traffic cones along construction sites to cordon off certain areas.
• Removing all signs, barricades, and traffic cones upon completion of construction work.
• Assisting the construction crew in the removal of rubble, debris, and hazardous materials.
• Recording the license plate numbers of motorists who neglect to obey traffic signs and directions.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Certification through the American Traffic Safety Services Association (ATSSA).
• Proven experience working as a flagger.
• Sound knowledge of state traffic regulations.
• The ability to stand for extended periods.
• The ability to work as part of a team.
• The ability to work in harsh weather conditions.
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional observation skills.
• Effective communication skills.