Traffic Control Flagger

Job Description Job Description GENERAL DESCRIPTIONThis position is located in the Metro Atlanta area with specific job sites changing daily. Traffic Flaggers will be responsible for making sure the correct signage is out at every lane closure / site and that devices are being use to maintain traffic flow In a safe and effective manner. This position will provide a strong flagger presence on site by wearing high visibility clothing and using the correct traffic control equipment.KEY DUTIESPerforms traffic control and flagging activities as neededOperates pickuptruck(not requiring a commercial driver-s license), and miscellaneous handControlling traffic in work zones on public roadsYour responsibilities are to employ traffic control devices to divert pedestrians and drivers,monitorthe repair of roads to ensure safety.Installing and removing traffic control devices (cones, signs, barricades,etc)Drives customer service initiatives by creating and owning the patient experienceCarries current GDOT / ATSSA flagger cardActing with responsibility for the safety of the public and co-workers by following established safety practices/procedures and responding quicklyin the event ofan emergencyWorking outdoors in all kinds of weather, wearing high visibility clothing andappropriate safetyequipmentSet up and break down lane closures and other sites as neededQUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTSWillingness to work in a team environment andassistco-workers and/or supervisors with other duties asrequiredATSSA Flagger certificate or equivalent highly preferredMust be able to understand work directions and communicate effectively with visitors, contractors, and fellow flaggersPHYSICAL DEMANDSThe following physical demands are representative of those that must be met by a Traffic Control Flagger to effectively perform the essential functions of this job.Constant physical effort, including standing, isrequiredduring a regular work shift of at least ten hours per shift.Flaggermust be able to stand for extended periods of time, and to stoop, bend, and crouch asrequiredto perform Key Duties.Maintain constant alertness to the multiple concurrent activities of the construction site, including the activities of contractors, the operation of stationary equipment, and the movement of mobile equipment.Manual dexterity to hand-carry battery packs, other powertoolsand hand tools.Frequently walk on uneven surfaces, including natural ground in varying weather conditions.WORK ENVIRONMENTThe work environment characteristics described below are representative of those that a Traffic Control Flagger encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.Work is performed outdoors in all weather conditions.Workenvironment periodically exposes the employees tohigh levelsof noise that is typically associated with a construction project.Traffic Control job sitesare regularlylocatednear heavy equipment and moving machinery.We promote a Drug-Free Workplace.

Job Description Job Description GENERAL DESCRIPTIONThis position is located in the Metro Atlanta area with specific job sites changing daily. Traffic Flaggers will be responsible for making sure the correct signage is out at every lane closure / site and that devices are being use to maintain traffic flow In a safe and effective manner. This position will provide a strong flagger presence on site by wearing high visibility clothing and using the correct traffic control equipment.KEY DUTIESPerforms traffic control and flagging activities as neededOperates pickuptruck(not requiring a commercial driver-s license), and miscellaneous handControlling traffic in work zones on public roadsYour responsibilities are to employ traffic control devices to divert pedestrians and drivers,monitorthe repair of roads to ensure safety.Installing and removing traffic control devices (cones, signs, barricades,etc)Drives customer service initiatives by creating and owning the patient experienceCarries current GDOT / ATSSA flagger cardActing with responsibility for the safety of the public and co-workers by following established safety practices/procedures and responding quicklyin the event ofan emergencyWorking outdoors in all kinds of weather, wearing high visibility clothing andappropriate safetyequipmentSet up and break down lane closures and other sites as neededQUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTSWillingness to work in a team environment andassistco-workers and/or supervisors with other duties asrequiredATSSA Flagger certificate or equivalent highly preferredMust be able to understand work directions and communicate effectively with visitors, contractors, and fellow flaggersPHYSICAL DEMANDSThe following physical demands are representative of those that must be met by a Traffic Control Flagger to effectively perform the essential functions of this job.Constant physical effort, including standing, isrequiredduring a regular work shift of at least ten hours per shift.Flaggermust be able to stand for extended periods of time, and to stoop, bend, and crouch asrequiredto perform Key Duties.Maintain constant alertness to the multiple concurrent activities of the construction site, including the activities of contractors, the operation of stationary equipment, and the movement of mobile equipment.Manual dexterity to hand-carry battery packs, other powertoolsand hand tools.Frequently walk on uneven surfaces, including natural ground in varying weather conditions.WORK ENVIRONMENTThe work environment characteristics described below are representative of those that a Traffic Control Flagger encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.Work is performed outdoors in all weather conditions.Workenvironment periodically exposes the employees tohigh levelsof noise that is typically associated with a construction project.Traffic Control job sitesare regularlylocatednear heavy equipment and moving machinery.We promote a Drug-Free Workplace.

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