M.O.T. Flagger
Controls movement of vehicular traffic through construction projects.
Job Duties:
• Discusses traffic routing plans, and type and location of control points with superior.
• Distributes traffic control signs and markers along site in designated pattern.
• Directs movement of traffic through site, using sign, hand, and flag signals.
• Warns construction workers when approaching vehicle fails to heed signals to prevent accident and injury
to workers.
• Informs drivers of detour routes through construction sites.
• Records license number of traffic control violators for police.
• Gives hand marker to last driver in line up of one-way traffic for Flagger at opposite end of site, signaling
clearance for reverse flow of traffic.
• Other duties as assigned.
Education & Experience
• High School graduate which may be substituted with specific work-related experience.
• To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies: Problem
solving – Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner. Safety and Security – Observes safety and
security procedures; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.
Certificates and/or Licenses
• American Traffic Safety Services (ATSSA) Flagger Certificate