Certified Traffic Controller
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HireQuestNW
WA
Summary
The Traffic Control Flagger is responsible for directing vehicle and pedestrian traffic safely through active construction and utility work zones. They must also set up, monitor, and remove traffic control devices while maintaining clear communication with the crew.
Job Description
Certified Traffic Control Flagger
HireQuest Direct | Tacoma, WA
Looking for Steady Outdoor Work?
HireQuest Direct is hiring dependable, safety-focused Traffic Control Flaggers to support road construction, utility projects, and commercial work sites throughout Tacoma and the surrounding South Sound area.
Whether you're an experienced flagger or looking to start a new career, we want to hear from you. If certification is needed, we'll help guide you through the process.
Why Join HireQuest Direct?
- Immediate work opportunities
- Competitive hourly pay
- Daily pay available
- Full-time and part-time assignments
- Overtime opportunities
- Temporary, temp-to-hire, and long-term positions
- Opportunity to work with leading construction and utility contractors
- Build valuable experience in traffic control and roadway safety
What You'll Do
As a Traffic Control Flagger, you'll play an essential role in keeping workers, motorists, and pedestrians safe around active work zones.
Responsibilities include:
- Directing vehicle and pedestrian traffic safely through construction zones
- Using stop/slow paddles, flags, hand signals, and other traffic control devices
- Setting up, monitoring, and removing traffic control equipment, including signs, cones, and barricades
- Communicating with crew members to maintain safe traffic flow
- Remaining alert to changing traffic patterns and job site conditions
- Following all state, local, and company safety regulations
What We're Looking For
We're looking for individuals who are:
- Reliable and dependable
- Safety-minded and attentive to detail
- Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions
- Able to communicate clearly with coworkers and the public
- Able to remain standing and focused for extended periods
Qualifications
- Must be at least 18 years old
- Valid Washington State Traffic Control/Flagger Certification preferred (or willingness to obtain certification)
- Reliable transportation to and from job sites
- Previous flagging, construction, road work, or traffic control experience is a plus, but not required
Physical Requirements
- Lift and carry up to 40 pounds
- Stand and walk for extended periods
- Work outdoors in varying weather conditions
- Maintain focus in active construction and traffic environments
Start Working Today!
If you're dependable, safety-conscious, and ready to work, we'd love to meet you.
HireQuest Direct – Tacoma
253-207-5849
Walk-ins are welcome. Please bring a valid photo ID and any required work authorization documents to begin the hiring process.
Equal Opportunity Employer
HireQuest Direct is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing an inclusive workplace for all applicants and employees.
HireQuest is a leading franchisor of staffing and workforce solutions, serving communities across the United States and international markets.
Through our brands HireQuest Direct, MRINetwork, Snelling, and TradeCorp we deliver comprehensive staffing services that meet the evolving needs of today’s employers and job seekers.
Our portfolio spans on-demand, contract, and direct-hire placements across a diverse range of industries, including construction, light industrial, healthcare, manufacturing, finance, engineering, and cybersecurity. From on-demand labor to executive search, our divisions work together as one unified team, providing scalable workforce solutions that empower businesses to grow and help people build meaningful careers.
At the heart of HireQuest is our franchise network, made up of owners who reflect the diversity of the communities they serve - veterans, women, minorities, first-time business owners, and family-run enterprises. Their entrepreneurial drive fuels our mission: connecting individuals with opportunity and supporting employers as they navigate changing workforce demands.
Driven by innovation, service, and a commitment to elevating people, HireQuest continues to expand its footprint and impact. Whether helping a business meet critical staffing needs or guiding a job seeker back into the workforce, we believe in creating opportunities that drive growth, strengthen communities, and change lives.
Founded
2002
Company size
51-200 employees
Industry
Staffing and Recruiting
Org type
Public Company
Headquarters
Goose Creek, South Carolina
HireQuest is a leading franchisor of staffing and workforce solutions, serving communities across the United States and international markets.
Through our brands HireQuest Direct, MRINetwork, Snelling, and TradeCorp we deliver comprehensive staffing services that meet the evolving needs of today’s employers and job seekers.
Our portfolio spans on-demand, contract, and direct-hire placements across a diverse range of industries, including construction, light industrial, healthcare, manufacturing, finance, engineering, and cybersecurity. From on-demand labor to executive search, our divisions work together as one unified team, providing scalable workforce solutions that empower businesses to grow and help people build meaningful careers.
At the heart of HireQuest is our franchise network, made up of owners who reflect the diversity of the communities they serve - veterans, women, minorities, first-time business owners, and family-run enterprises. Their entrepreneurial drive fuels our mission: connecting individuals with opportunity and supporting employers as they navigate changing workforce demands.
Driven by innovation, service, and a commitment to elevating people, HireQuest continues to expand its footprint and impact. Whether helping a business meet critical staffing needs or guiding a job seeker back into the workforce, we believe in creating opportunities that drive growth, strengthen communities, and change lives.
Founded
2002
Company size
51-200 employees
Industry
Staffing and Recruiting
Org type
Public Company
Headquarters
Goose Creek, South Carolina