Flagger

Peak Utility Infrastructure is an integrated engineering and construction company that serves the Electric, Natural Gas, and Telecommunications industries.  We provide a full suite of engineering, construction, operations, and maintenance services, including repair, replacement, maintenance, and installation of natural gas, telecommunications, and electric infrastructure through our operating subsidiaries: SiteWise, Kelly Cable, Riley Brothers, and Superior Pipeline Services.

Position Title: Flagger 

Our Core Values: Guided by Safety. Focused on Communities. Powered by Care.

Pay Rate: $19.00 - $22.00

Essential Functions:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

The Flagger responsibilities are to employ traffic control devices to divert pedestrians and drivers, monitor the repair of roads, and install equipment. Oversee traffic flow and ensure safety at construction sites. Control the flow of traffic around road construction sites. Provide warning and detour signs, position traffic cones and barricades, and inform the construction crew of any safety hazards. This is a DOT-related position and will be subject to the FMCSA regulations. Flagger certification required. Must be willing to travel per Diem will be paid.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Follow all safety rules and regulations of the Company and particularly the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations.

• Operate company trucks to transport materials and equipment to job sites.

• Place temporary construction signs in work areas.

• Position arrow boards or variable message boards in work areas.

• Set up traffic cones and other traffic safety devices in work areas.

• Monitor the work zone throughout the shift to ensure items remain in their proper locations.

• Collect and load traffic control items at the beginning and end of shifts.

• Install, remove, and reset delineators, signs, posts, and supports.

• Make deliveries, pick-ups and job checks in a safe, efficient, and timely manner.

• Maintain accurate and timely Pre-Trip and Post Trip Inspection Paperwork.

• Efficiently communicate with all levels of people - employees, customers, accident information, maintenance service schedules, etc.

• Conduct themselves in a manner that promotes a professional and respectful atmosphere and ensure that the service encounter with the customer is an exceptional experience.

• Maintain delivery/pickup tickets.

• Learn/Responsible for safe lifting, loading, unloading of equipment to and from trucks.

• Keep company vehicles clean and orderly, informing management of any safety concerns or vehicle problems.

• Arrive to work site on time wearing proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), e.g., hard hats, safety shoes, safety glasses, gloves, masks, and earplugs as required, and when applicable, a respirator.

• Adhere to all Company Policies and Procedures.

• Direct traffic at construction sites to ensure the safety of workers, pedestrians, and motorists.

• Communicate effectively with construction crews to coordinate traffic control efforts.

• Monitor traffic patterns and adjust control measures as needed.

• Report any incidents or issues to supervisors promptly.

• Knowledge of quality inspection and control procedures.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while prioritizing safety.

• Strong communication skills to interact with diverse groups of people.

• Adheres to and promotes the environmental, health and safety policies.

• Performs other related duties as assigned to ensure effective operation of the department and the Company.

Success Factors:

• Experience in construction site traffic control is A MUST 

• Pass medical fit-for-duty test; hold/obtain DOT medical card.

• Ability to read maps and knowledge of local streets. Basic reading and writing ability to comply with road signs, complete paperwork, and knowledge of federal and state motor carrier safety regulations.

• Must be able to read plans and ensure traffic control plans are implemented and maintained.

• Good knowledge of state and local roadways and experience operating delivery vehicles of varying sizes.

• Requires technical thinking, and the ability to read standards and schematics.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with aptitude in building relationships with team members inside and out of the organization.

• A strong knowledge of the traffic control/construction industry. Previous experience in traffic control or construction environment desired.

• Familiarity with construction inspection processes.

• Good decision making, analytical, and problem-solving abilities with a high attention to detail.

• Self-motivated; capable of taking initiative, successfully handle and prioritize multiple competing assignments and effectively manage deadlines.

• Ability to prioritize and plan work activities to be effective and efficient. Ability to meet critical due dates.

• Excellent organization, time management and follow up skills and the ability to manage several projects simultaneously. 

• Must be comfortable and effective working in an environment with changing demands, delays and responding to unexpected situations.

• Proficient user of Microsoft applications including Word, Excel and Outlook; willingness and ability to learn.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills required; ability to maintain a high level of professionalism when interacting with all customers (internal/external).

• Excellent interpersonal communications skills including a proven ability to listen and understand customers, as well as ability to work in a team environment. 

• Willing to travel as needed. Work is performed outdoors in potentially extreme weather conditions / varying temperature, e.g., exposure to hot, cold, wet, humid, dry and / or windy conditions.

• Work includes prolonged and repeated lifting (including overhead) up to 35lbs., standing, walking, climbing, twisting, kneeling, reaching, and feeling, climb and balance, crouching and crawling.

• Working safely requires quick/accurate hand-eye coordination

• Able to stand for extended periods of time, 8 to 10 hrs. per day.

Experience and Education:

• High School Diploma or a related discipline, or the equivalent education and /or experience. 

• Flagger Certification Required. 

• Complete company flagger training.

• Experience in construction site traffic control is preferred. 

• Experience working in the construction industry or the utility distribution industry highly desirable.

Additional Requirements/Licenses/Certifications:

• Possession of a valid State of Residence Driver’s License is required.

• Candidates must pass criminal and Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) background checks and pass a pre-employment drug screen.

Notes:

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.

Salary : $19 - $22