Traffic Safety Specialist (Seasonal Flagger / Pilot Car Driver)
Help Keep America's Roadways Safe
Traffic Safety Services (TSS) is looking for dependable, safety-minded Flaggers and Pilot Car Drivers to join our growing team. In this role, you'll play a critical part in protecting construction crews, motorists, and the traveling public by safely directing traffic through active work zones.
If you enjoy working outdoors, take pride in keeping others safe, and thrive in a team environment, we'd love to hear from you!
Pay
- Starting Wage: $17.00 per hour
- Prevailing Wage: $21.68 per hour when working on qualifying prevailing wage projects
Position Type: Seasonal
What You'll Do
- Safely direct vehicle traffic through highway and roadway construction work zones using approved flagging procedures, signs, paddles, and hand signals.
- Operate a pilot vehicle to escort traffic safely through construction zones (Pilot Car Drivers only).
- Maintain constant awareness of traffic conditions and communicate effectively with crew members to ensure a safe work environment.
- Follow all traffic control plans, company policies, and applicable safety regulations.
- Assist with setting up, maintaining, and removing traffic control devices as needed.
- Promote a positive and professional image while interacting with the public, customers, and coworkers.
- Perform other duties as assigned to support field operations.
Qualifications
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Current Flagger Certification required.
- Valid driver's license with a clean driving record required for Pilot Car Drivers.
- Ability to work safely in a fast-paced, outdoor construction environment.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
- Self-motivated, dependable, organized, and committed to safety.
- Willingness to work overtime and varying schedules as business needs require.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
- Frequently climb, balance, bend, kneel, crouch, crawl, and reach.
- Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
- Comfortable working near moving traffic, construction equipment, dust, fumes, and airborne particles.
Benefits
- Competitive wages with prevailing wage opportunities
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Employee Referral Program
- Opportunities for overtime
- Safety training and professional development
- Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) provided
Why Join Traffic Safety Services?
At TSS, safety is at the core of everything we do. Our employees are an essential part of improving roadway safety and supporting critical infrastructure projects. We provide the training, support, and opportunities you need to build valuable skills while working with a team that is committed to excellence.
Apply today and become part of a team that's making our roads safer—one project at a time!
TSS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. TSS does not discriminate based on race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.
