What are the responsibilities and job description for the Traffic Control Apprentice position at American Flagging, LLC?
The Traffic Control Apprentice is responsible for maintaining the flow of traffic around construction zones, maintenance projects, accidents, or other temporary traffic disruption areas. This role ensures the safety of workers, motorists, and pedestrians by maintaining proper traffic control and following all safety guidelines and regulations.
Key Responsibilities
- Control vehicle and pedestrian traffic around work zones using handheld signs, paddles, or flags
- Set up, maintain, and remove temporary traffic control work zones including signs, barricades, and cones according to project requirements and regulations
- Communicate clearly with drivers to provide guidance and ensure safe traffic flow
- Monitor traffic and construction activity to anticipate and respond to potential safety hazards
- Coordinate with supervisors and other team members using hand signals, radios, or other communication equipment
- Adhere to all safety protocols, including wearing appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE)
- Warn workers when approaching vehicles fail to heed signals to prevent accidents and injuries
- Assist with loading/unloading traffic control equipment as needed
- Perform other work-related duties as assigned
Qualifications:
Education:
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred
Certifications:
- All required certifications will be provided by the company
- Traffic Control/Flagger certification
- Valid driver’s license required
Experience:
- No prior experience required; traffic control experience preferred
- Willing to learn and follow safety procedures
Skills and Competencies:
- Ability to receive and communicate instructions clearly, firmly, and courteously
- Understand and apply safe traffic control practices, sometimes in stressful situations
- Strong attention to detail and focus
- Reliable and professional demeanor at all times
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to stand for extended periods (8 hours) while maintaining focus
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
- Ability to work in various weather conditions
- Perform repetitive physical tasks
- Must be able to pass pre-employment drug screen.
Work Environment:
- Outdoor work environment in and around construction zones
- Exposure to traffic, loud noises, and construction equipment
- Variable scheduling may include nights, weekends, and overtime as needed
- Travel to different work sites
- Must have reliable transportation
Benefits:
- Competitive wage with regular increases based on performance
- Eligibility for higher starting pay based on experience
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Opportunities for advancement
- Career pathing program and associated training provided
- Paid training and certification
Our company is committed to providing a safe work environment and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $23.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 12 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Overtime
- Weekends as needed
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Application Question(s):
- Do you have a reliable vehicle
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: On the road
Salary : $23
