Worker I, Traffic Control (Flagger)

City of Fort Collins; Fort Collins (CO); On-site; USD 41,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Paid vacation and holidays

Retirement plan

Wellness program

Job summary

The City of Fort Collins is seeking a Worker I, Traffic Control (Flagger) to manage safe flagging in work zones, including occasional snow/ice duties. This full-time role offers a biweekly payroll and a strong focus on safety and customer service.

Requires a high school diploma or GED and ability to perform manual labor in diverse weather. On-site positions with comprehensive city benefits and opportunities for growth are provided.

Qualifications

• Minimum: High School Diploma or GED.
• Must be able to stand for long periods and work in adverse weather conditions.
• Ability to receive, understand, and act on information from supervisors.

Responsibilities

• Perform safe and orderly traffic control and flagging duties per MUTCD standards and City procedures.
• Set-up and break-down traffic control devices in work zones.
• Direct and guide the traveling public to ensure smooth traffic flow and safety.
• Assist in snow and ice removal operations as needed.
• Communicate effectively with construction crews and supervisors.

Skills

Traffic control

MUTCD standards

Public safety

Communication

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

POSITION TITLE: Worker I, Traffic Control (Flagger) (Full-Time Regular) (Classified)

REQUISITION #: req8485

DEPARTMENT: Streets

LOCATION: STREETS DEPT MAIN FACILITY

BENEFIT CATEGORY: Classified (Non-CBU) Classified Employee Benefit Highlights

EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Full-Time Regular

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

ANNUAL SALARY RANGE: $40,598.00 - 60,897.00 (Salaries are paid biweekly)

ANNUAL ANTICIPATED HIRING RANGE: $45,000.00 - 49,000.00 (Salaries are paid biweekly)

SELECTION PROCESS: Application deadline is 3:00 p.m. MT on 9/1/2026. At the City, we are focused on finding the strongest candidate for the role, and we recognize that excellence can come from a wide variety of experiences and paths. When reviewing applications, we consider an equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, education, and lived experiences that align with the minimum qualifications. If you are interested in this opportunity, we encourage you to view your background broadly and highlight the skills and experiences that best prepare you for the role. The City of Fort Collins is a bias-conscious employer. We ask that you please avoid the use of photos when submitting a resume and/or an application for employment. You will receive an email acknowledgement when you have successfully submitted an application. Your completed application will be forwarded to the hiring manager. You will be notified if you are selected for further testing or interviews. Please keep your contact information up-to-date. The status of your application will be updated in your applicant profile.

• Background check (Background checks are considered in relation to the responsibilities and requirements of the position)
• Motor vehicle report
• Drug test within 96 hours of offer
• Post Offer Employment Test (P.O.E.T)

While the City of Fort Collins offers many remote and/or hybrid positions, all remote or hybrid work must be performed in the state of Colorado.

Why Work For the City of Fort Collins?

• Medical, dental, vision (for self, spouse, domestic partner, children) – eligible on the 1st of the month following date of hire
• Paid vacation, paid holidays, sick leave, and additional one-time bank of 40 PTO hours for new, full-time, Classified and Unclassified Management hires
• Retirement + company contributions – after 6 month probation period and immediate vesting
• Flexible spending: Medical expenses FSA, dependent FSA or both
• Employee Assistance Program: counseling, legal, financial assistance
• Life insurance, short-term and long-term disability
• Wellness program, workout facilities
• Employee/family onsite health clinic
• Learning and development opportunities at all levels in the organization with opportunities for career mobility
• Collaborative work environment

To learn more about The City of Fort Collins and Our Community, please read Our Community and Our Organization Brochure.

Job Summary

The City of Fort Collins is looking for Flaggers to ensure safe work zones. Flaggers work outdoors to direct the traveling public around construction worksites and protect the work crew. During the winter season, Flaggers perform snow and ice removal duties. This is a full-time, benefited position with an anticipated base salary range of $45,000.00 - $49,000.00 ($21.63 -$23.56/hour).

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Perform safe and orderly traffic control and flagging duties within the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) standards and the City of Fort Collins handbook.
• Perform unskilled and skilled manual labor, and semi-skilled work in the operation of tools, automotive, and specialized equipment involved in planning and implementing traffic control around street construction, maintenance and repair sites.
• Protect yourself and the public from road construction and maintenance dangers.
• Protect the work crew from dangers presented by the traveling public.
• Ensure that traffic proceeds smoothly and in a timely fashion through the work zone.
• Set-up and break-down traffic control devices in work zones.
• Answer citizen questions and/or direct them to the right person.
• Respond to emergencies as directed.
• Assist in snow and ice removal operations, including operating small equipment.
• Controls and directs the movement of the traveling public through construction worksites.
• Communicate effectively with construction crews and supervisors to coordinate traffic

Management Responsibilities

No

City Competencies

• Demonstrated cultural competence to effectively interact, work, and develop meaningful relationships with people of diverse identities, perspectives, and cultural backgrounds.
• Strong learning orientation. Leverages all resources and is creative in ways of learning for self to continue adapting to changing issues and trends.
• A desire and ability to understand the diverse needs of internal and external customers, and to create experiences and deliver services that exceed their expectations.
• A desire and ability to utilize digital tools for organizational information, individual, and teamwork.

Required Knowledge Skills And Abilities

• Ability to receive, understand, and take positive appropriate action from information/instructions presented verbally or in writing.
• Ability to remain flexible in dealing with daily changes.
• Ability to remain tactful, helpful, and cordial in dealing with the public and employees.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to follow and enforce City safety regulations
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time.
• Must be able to work in adverse weather conditions.
• Strong attention to detail and safety awareness.
• Understanding of Federal, State and local traffic laws and regulations.

Required Qualifications

Minimum: High School Diploma or GED

Preferred: High School Diploma or GED and or functionally related licenses or certificates

Experience Requirements

Conditions of Employment:

• Ability to work on-call and after hours.
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time.
• Must be able to work in adverse weather conditions.

• Any industry-specific experience is highly desired
• 1+ year related experience and working around heavy equipment is preferred.

Certifications/Licenses/Specialized Training

• Must be eighteen (18) years of age or older. Must have legal authorization to work in the United States of America. Must submit to and pass a pre-employment background check, motor vehicle records check and pre-employment drug screen. Must possess and maintain a driver\'s license valid in the State of Colorado and the ability to safely operate a motor vehicle at time of employment.
• Ability to obtain DOT certification within 6 months of hire.
• Ability to obtain Flagger Certification through the City of Fort Collins when hired.
• Ability to obtain Railroad certification (Security and Safety training) when hired.

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Worker I, Traffic Control

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Notice Regarding Medical and/or Recreational Marijuana Use

Because the possession and use of marijuana, whether for medical use or otherwise, constitutes a federal offense and because the City is a drug free workplace, the City will not accommodate the medical use of marijuana and enforces written policy prohibiting working for the City while marijuana is in the body. The fact that state law recognizes medical marijuana as a prescribed, or otherwise permitted, medication does not alter or otherwise change this policy.

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