Worker I, Traffic Control (Flagger)

Job Summary The City of Fort Collins is looking for Flaggers to ensure safe work zones. Flaggers work outdoors to direct the traveling public around construction worksites and protect the work crew. During the winter season, Flaggers perform snow and ice removal duties. This is a full-time, benefited position with an anticipated base salary range of $45,000.00 - $49,000.00 ($21.63 -$23.56/hour). Essential Duties and Responsibilities The following duties and responsibilities are illustrative of the primary functions of this position and are not intended to be all inclusive. Perform safe and orderly traffic control and flagging duties within the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) standards and the City of Fort Collins handbook. Perform unskilled and skilled manual labor, and semi-skilled work in the operation of tools, automotive, and specialized equipment involved in planning and implementing traffic control around street construction, maintenance and repair sites. Protect yourself and the public from road construction and maintenance dangers. Protect the work crew from dangers presented by the traveling public. Ensure that traffic proceeds smoothly and in a timely fashion through the work zone. Set-up and break-down traffic control devices in work zones. Answer citizen questions and/or direct them to the right person. Respond to emergencies as directed. Assist in snow and ice removal operations, including operating small equipment. Controls and directs the movement of the traveling public through construction worksites. Communicate effectively with construction crews and supervisors to coordinate traffic control Management Responsibilities No