TRAFFIC CONTROL FLAGGER/TCS

Active Construction Inc; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Pension

Training and safety courses

Job security

Job summary

Active Construction Inc is seeking a Traffic Control Flagger to direct vehicles and pedestrians safely through work zones and support efficient traffic flow. This role is commonly part of a labor union with benefits and protections.

Responsibilities include setting up signs and cones, communicating with crews, and complying with safety rules. Candidates must be able to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and meet certification requirements where applicable.

Qualifications

• Certification in traffic control flagging (ATSSA or state DOT)
• Ability to stand for long periods and work in various weather conditions
• Good communication skills and situational awareness
• Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds
• Membership in a labor union (or willingness to join)
• Valid Driver's License required in certain positions

Responsibilities

• Direct vehicular and pedestrian traffic around construction zones using flags, stop/slow paddles, and hand signals.
• Communicate with work crews to ensure a safe and efficient flow of traffic.
• Set up and remove traffic control devices such as cones, barricades, and signs.
• Monitor traffic conditions and adjust signals or instructions as necessary.
• Follow safety regulations, guidelines, and company policies to prevent accidents.
• Use radios or other communication devices to coordinate with other flaggers and site supervisors.
• Report any safety hazards or incidents to the supervisor.

Skills

Flagger certification

Communication skills

Endurance

Physical strength

Driver's license

Union membership willingness

Job description

A Traffic Control Flagger plays a critical role in maintaining road safety by directing vehicles and pedestrians around work zones. This position is typically part of a labor union, offering benefits, job protections, and adherence to collective bargaining agreements.

Key Responsibilities

• Direct vehicular and pedestrian traffic around construction zones using flags, stop/slow paddles, and hand signals.


• Communicate with work crews to ensure a safe and efficient flow of traffic.


• Set up and remove traffic control devices such as cones, barricades, and signs.


• Monitor traffic conditions and adjust signals or instructions as necessary.


• Follow safety regulations, guidelines, and company policies to prevent accidents.


• Use radios or other communication devices to coordinate with other flaggers and site supervisors.


• Report any safety hazards or incidents to the supervisor.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old.


• Certification in traffic control flagging (varies by state, e.g., ATSSA or state DOT certification).


• Ability to stand for long periods and work in various weather conditions.


• Good communication skills and situational awareness.


• Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds.


• Membership in a labor union (or willingness to join).


• Valid Driver's License required in certain positions.

Work Environment

• Outdoor job, often in high-traffic areas.


• Exposure to weather conditions and potential road hazards.


• Requires wearing safety gear such as reflective vests, hard hats, and steel-toed boots.

Union Benefits (Varies By Local Union)

• Wages as determined by local union agreement and/or prevailing wage rates, as applicable.


• Health, dental, and vision insurance (managed by local union).


• Pension and retirement benefits (managed by local union).


• Training and safety courses.


• Job security and workplace protections.