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Flagger Position - Bedford, Ohio
Job Description
This position supports roadway construction and maintenance projects by safely directing traffic around active work zones. You will work entirely outdoors, typically Monday through Friday with occasional Saturdays, averaging about 50 hours per week. Shifts generally begin at 7:00 a.m., with end times varying based on project needs. After a one-day in-office orientation, you will be dispatched daily from home via a mobile app to job sites within approximately one hour of the central shop, primarily in the Greater Cleveland area. This role plays a critical part in protecting workers, drivers, and pedestrians by maintaining safe and orderly traffic flow.
Responsibilities
- Direct and control traffic using stop/slow paddles, hand signals, and radios to maintain safe movement through work zones.
- Set up, maintain, and remove traffic control devices such as cones, signs, and barricades in accordance with company and state standards.
- Monitor road and worksite conditions continuously and adjust traffic control patterns as needed to maintain a safe environment.
- Communicate clearly and consistently with crew members, supervisors, and the public to coordinate safe and efficient operations.
- Follow all safety protocols and procedures, and immediately report any hazards, incidents, or equipment issues.
- Remain attentive and on your feet for extended periods throughout the shift, regardless of weather conditions.
- Participate in orientation and ongoing safety training to stay current with traffic control best practices.
- Travel to various job sites within approximately a one-hour radius of the shop, including locations throughout the Greater Cleveland area.
- Support multiple client projects by adapting to different work zones, site layouts, and traffic patterns as needed.
Essential Skills
- Ability to stand on your feet for the entire shift and work outdoors in all weather conditions.
- Capability to lift 30–50 pounds to handle cones, signs, barricades, and other traffic control equipment.
- Valid driver’s license with reliable transportation to travel between job sites as needed.
- Strong situational awareness to recognize and respond quickly to changing traffic and worksite conditions.
- Clear and professional communication skills for interacting with crew members, supervisors, and the public.
- Ability to remain calm, courteous, and professional when dealing with the public in potentially stressful situations.
- Willingness to obtain Traffic Control or Flagging certification if not already certified.
- Reliability and punctuality to meet early start times and variable end times.
- Comfort using a mobile app for daily dispatch and job assignments.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- No prior experience required
- Comfort working within a defined geographic area, including the Greater Cleveland region and surrounding cities within approximately one hour.
- Willingness to participate in company-provided training and certification programs to advance skills.
- Interest in future advancement opportunities that may include use of a company vehicle once promoted.
Why Work Here?
You join a safety-focused team that invests in your training and growth while providing comprehensive benefits and practical support. The company covers the cost of your flagging certification and provides breakfast and lunch during orientation, so you can start prepared without out-of-pocket expenses. You receive necessary personal protective equipment, and as you grow and advance, you may become eligible for additional responsibilities and the use of a company vehicle. Employees have access to medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as short-term disability, life insurance, accident insurance options, and paid time off. The culture emphasizes safety, reliability, and teamwork, offering stability, clear expectations, and opportunities to develop a long-term career in traffic control and construction support.
Work Environment
This role is 100% outdoors on active construction and utility jobsites, primarily in the Greater Cleveland area and surrounding cities within about a one-hour radius. You typically work Monday through Friday with possible Saturdays, averaging around 8–10 hours per day and approximately 50 hours per week, with start times usually at 7:00 a.m. and variable end times depending on project needs. You will attend a one-day in-office orientation, held at 8:00 a.m. and lasting about six hours, where you receive safety training and personal protective e