Tapani Inc. performs heavy civil, site construction, and structural concrete services as well as general contracting throughout the Pacific Northwest. With approximately 500 employees either managing projects in the field or providing support from an office or shop, we recognize that it's people who make a difference. Every position is important to the success of an organization. All our employees are valued and encouraged to grow in their careers and participate in the future of the company.

Job Purpose and Summary

The Flagger is responsible for ensuring traffic flows smoothly and safely through a job site, ensuring the safety of the workers and the public.

Responsibilities

• Provide the job site with traffic control
• Place signs according to plan prior to shift start
• Adjust cone placement when needed
• Understand the onsite work plan for the day
• Understand when to send and stop traffic
• Provide flagging services as needed
• Maintain clear communication

• • Communicate with other Flaggers
  • Communicate with TCS for daily plan
  • Communicate with job crew to understand daily activities
  • Communicate with Traffic Control Manager about scheduling and project needs, any job concerns

• Attend your station at all times
• Maintain vigilant observance to traffic and report any dangers to site supervisor
• Assist with any duties required to help the field or provide better flagging services
• Work longer hours and Saturdays
• Communicating with others both inside and outside the organization.

Job Requirements and Qualifications

• No formal education or experience required.
• Must have WA State/ OR State flagging card 
• Completed First Aid/ CPR Training 
• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Training one day with experienced flagger or until new flagger feels comfortable.
• Excellent decision making, customer service, and interpersonal skills.
• Problem solving skills
• Ability to work with a team
• Ability to mentor and train coworkers
• Ability to have independent judgment and action 
• Creativity 
• Willingness to help out when and where needed with miscellaneous tasks
• Ability to maintain flexibility
• Willingness to learn
• Maintain a positive attitude
• Ability to lift and carry 60 lbs. 
• Understanding traffic and how it flows

Working Environment

• Working conditions for this position will be mainly field work. Hours can vary depending on the needs of the project.  Common hours range from 7am to 5pm with longer hours, night and weekend work necessary during the busy season or as project needs arise. Work is not consistent Monday through Friday but as project needs arise.
• Frequent walking
• Continuous standing, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions of feet and hands/wrists. 

Compensation and Benefits

• Pay: $18.68 - $31.13 per hour (based on qualifications and experience)
• Comprehensive Medical Insurance plans with low to $0 monthly premiums
• Additional voluntary insurance options include: Dental, Vision, and a wide variety of Supplemental insurances.
• Flexible Paid Time Off and Sick Time
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• 401(k) options with up to 4% employer match
• See the full list of benefits here