Traffic Control / Flagger

at APAC - Atlantic, Inc in; Candler (NC); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical & dental benefits

Retirement plan

Wellness programs

Growth opportunities

Job summary

APAC Atlantic, Inc. Asheville Division is hiring for a Traffic Control / Flagger in Candler, NC. The role involves implementing traffic control for safe movement, coordinating with crew, and ensuring compliance with state and federal safety policies.

The position requires the ability to work long shifts, pass a background check, and adhere to PPE requirements. Training in flagging techniques is preferred, with opportunities for growth within CRH family companies.

Qualifications

• High school education or equivalent preferred but not required.
• Must pass drug test and criminal background check.
• Adhere to PPE policy and maintain PPE in good condition.

Responsibilities

• Implement proper traffic control to protect road crew and the public.
• Set up traffic control plans as instructed by supervisor/foreman.
• Maintain courteous and professional conduct with coworkers and the public.
• Be flexible with schedule/location changes; overtime and out-of-town work may be required.
• Operate and maintain traffic control devices and signals as needed.

Skills

Team player

Flagging techniques

PPE compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Traffic Control / Flagger (Construction)

Located across Western North Carolina, APAC Atlantic, Inc., Asheville Division, is a leading provider of high-quality asphalt paving services. We pride ourselves in being a premier employer in our communities that strives for safety, quality, & superior service in all that we do. By being a part of the CRH family, we are a proud reflection of the hundreds of family businesses, local and regional companies and mid to large sized enterprises that come together to form CRH. CRH is the number one asphalt producer and paver, the largest aggregates producer and the second largest ready-mix producer in North America. We are also the number four cement producer in North America and a leader in Canada. CRH operates with a decentralized, diversified structure, letting you work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large enterprise.

TRAFFIC CONTROL / FLAGGER - Candler, NC

Job Description Summary

• Employee will implement proper control of traffic for safe movement and protection of road crew and the public. Implementation of traffic control crew instructions and safety standards per state and federal safety policy requirements.

Requirements

• Must partner with other crew members to set-up and provided traffic control plan specifications as instructed by Traffic Control Supervisor and/or crew foreman to ensure daily schedules/estimates are met.


• Attendance required according to company attendance policy to ensure crew is able to operate at normal efficiency level.


• Attitude/Cooperation: Must always maintain a courteous and professional manner with co-workers, customers, public.


• Ability to be flexible with last minute schedule changes, location changes, time of shift changes. Overtime work required. Out of town/county/state work may be required.


• Physical ability to move traffic control equipment, stand and walk under temperature extremes and for extended hours of time. Normal shift 8-12 hours.


• Must be properly trained in flagging techniques, alert, good eyesight, quick reflexes, promote good public relations and have thorough understanding of the work zone.


• May perform other related traffic control duties, such as installing, setting in place, and repairing traffic signals, erecting signs and traffic devices such as traffic islands and barriers.


• Ability to physically withstand labor and long hours associated with heavy highway construction.


• Initiative to perform/assist with other positions for job completion.


• Ability to adhere to personal protective equipment (PPE) policy and maintain individual PPE in functional condition.


• Must pass drug test and criminal background check.

Education/Experience

• High school education or equivalent preferred but not required.

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay


• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs


• Group retirement savings program


• Health and wellness programs


• An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

APAC-Atlantic, a CRH Company, is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.

EOE/Vet/Disability

CRH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.