Traffic Control Technician (Flagger)

Company Description United Safety Traffic Control provides professional traffic management services to support safe and efficient roadway operations. The company works closely with construction crews, municipalities, and utility providers to maintain safety for workers, drivers, and pedestrians. United Safety Traffic Control emphasizes training, adherence to regulations, and consistent use of proper equipment and procedures.

Team members are expected to be reliable, safety-focused, and committed to supporting projects of varying size and complexity. The organization values clear communication and teamwork in dynamic outdoor environments.

Role Description The Traffic Safety Flagger (Traffic Control Technician (Flagger)) is a full-time, on-site role based in the greater Seattle WA area. This role is responsible for directing vehicle and pedestrian traffic around road work zones using approved signs, paddles, and hand signals, while maintaining a high level of safety awareness.

Day-to-day tasks include setting up and removing traffic control devices, following established traffic control plans, monitoring roadway conditions, and implementing approved traffic control plans, while reporting changing conditions to supervisors when adjustments are necessary. The Traffic Safety Flagger communicates with construction crews, supervisors, and other flaggers via radios or verbal signals to coordinate safe movement of equipment and vehicles. The position involves working outdoors in various weather conditions. Position requires standing and walking for extended periods, frequently lifting and carrying traffic control devices weighing up to 50 pounds, bending, reaching, and performing repetitive movements while working outdoors. Applicants must also consistently follow company policies, applicable state regulations, and the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD), as applicable.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess skills in Traffic Control and Road Safety, with an understanding of safe work zone setup and compliance with applicable regulations.
• Candidates should possess strong Communication skills to relay clear instructions to drivers, pedestrians, and crew members.
• Candidates should possess familiarity with Road Construction environments and the ability to work safely around heavy equipment and changing site conditions.
• Candidates should possess Training-related skills, including the ability to learn and apply company procedures, and maintain any required flagger or safety certifications.
• Reliability and punctuality, with the ability to work flexible hours, including early mornings, overtime, weekends, or varying shifts as business needs require.
• Physical ability to stand for long periods, lift and place cones, signs, and other traffic control devices, and work in varied outdoor conditions.
• Basic knowledge of local traffic laws and work zone safety standards; prior experience as a flagger or in traffic control is beneficial.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred; valid driver's license and the ability to reliably report to assigned job sites are preferred.
• Employees are expected to immediately report unsafe conditions, stop work when an imminent safety hazard exists, and actively contribute to a culture of safety for coworkers, motorists, and the public.

Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour

Application Question(s):

• This position requires standing and walking for extended periods, often for several hours at a time. Are you able to perform these essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation?
• This position requires working outdoors in a variety of weather conditions, including rain, heat, cold, wind, and direct sunlight. Are you willing and able to work in these conditions?
• This position requires regularly lifting, carrying, and placing traffic control equipment weighing up to 50 pounds. Are you able to perform this essential job function with or without reasonable accommodation?
• This position requires frequent bending, reaching, stretching, kneeling, and repetitive movement while setting up and removing traffic control devices. Are you able to perform these essential job functions?
• Project locations vary and may require daily travel to different job sites. Do you have reliable transportations and are you willing and able to travel to assigned work locations as needed?
• Traffic control work may require early morning starts, overtime, weekends, holidays, or schedule changes based on project needs. Are you available to work a flexible schedule?
• This position requires the use of personal protective equipment (PPE), including high-visibility clothing, hard hats, safety glasses, and hearing protection. Are you willing to wear all PPE?
• Safety is our highest priority. Are you willing to follow all company safety policies, traffic control procedures, and supervisor instructions at all times?

Work Location: In person