Flagger/Traffic Control

Rivers Safety is currently seeking a Flagger to join our team in the Lynchburg, VA area.

Qualifications:

• At least 18 years of age
• Driver’s License
• High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED)
• Traffic Control Certification or willingness to obtain (company sponsored)

Responsibilities:

• Work with construction team to establish safe movement of traffic around site, in accordance with safety regulations
• Direct traffic flow using Department of Transportation regulations
• Flag motorists to warn them of obstacles or repair work ahead
• Set up, maintain, and remove temporary work zones including warning signs, traffic cones, and other warning devices according to job assignment
• Work around hazardous equipment and moving vehicular traffic
• Drive company vehicle to and from job sites in a safe manner
• Follow all safety rules and regulations and wear proper safety equipment
• Ensure daily testing and inspection of assigned tools and equipment
• Complete all paperwork accurately and in a timely manner
• Adhere to all Company Policies and Procedures

Requirements:

• Must be able to work in all temperatures and weather conditions
• Must be able to remain in standing position for long periods of time
• Must know how to, or willing to learn how to, operate AFADs
• Must be able to lift, move and maneuver up to 50 pounds on an occasional basis, and up to 10 pounds on a continuous basis
• Must be physically capable to perform all flagging duties
• Must have sufficient eyesight to judge distances and coordination to get and use appropriate equipment and tools
• Must have excellent communication skills
• Be willing to work long hours and overtime during holidays, emergencies, weekends, etc. as needed.
• Must have reliable transportation to and from work site.
• Must have valid Driver's License

Benefits:

• 100% Employer Paid Health Insurance offered after 90 days
• Paid Holidays
• PTO
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Short/Long Term Disability Insurance
• Travel Pay from your home to the job site
• Company Vehicle and fuel for qualified drivers

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $15.00 - $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

License/Certification:

• Flagger Certification (Preferred)
• Driver's License (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Richmond, VA: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person