Flagger

Are you a hardworking and growth oriented individual looking for a career in Flagging

D&H Flagging is dedicated to delivering professional reliable and safe traffic management solutions throughout the regions of Oregon and Southwest Washington and is a division of The Universal Group recognized as one of Canadas Best Managed companies in 2026 and has exciting opportunities in our construction projects. As a flagger you will ensure the safety and flow of traffic in work zones. You will be responsible for setting up traffic control zones adjusting work zone equipment and responding to emergencies and hazards. You will also play a critical role in upholding quality delivery safety and responsiveness requirements ensuring that the companys operations run smoothly and without incidents.

What you will be responsible for:

Traffic Control Setup:

• Sets up adjusts and dismantles traffic control zones according to approved traffic control plans and site requirements.
• Places and retrieves signs cones barricades and other traffic control devices.
• Directs vehicle and pedestrian traffic using clear and precise hand signals and approved stop/slow paddles.
• Maintains awareness of changing traffic conditions and adjusts traffic control measures as needed.

Safety and Compliance:

• Performs all work in accordance with OSHA Oregon OSHA and company safety policies and procedures.
• Ensures traffic control activities comply with ODOT standards and the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD).
• Responds appropriately to emergencies hazards and unsafe work conditions.
• Participates in safety meetings toolbox talks and incident investigations as required.
• Reports all injuries incidents near misses hazards and non-compliance concerns immediately.
• Maintains a safe work environment for employees contractors motorists and pedestrians.

Reporting and Communication:

• Communicates effectively with dispatch supervisors clients and team members regarding assignments and worksite conditions.
• Receives daily job assignments and confirms availability as required.
• Uses appropriate communication tools including smartphones and navigation applications to support job performance.
• Demonstrates professionalism and effective de-escalation when interacting with the public.

Equipment and Worksite Readiness:

• Maintains and properly uses required personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Ensures all required traffic control equipment is available and in good working condition.
• Travels reliably to assigned worksites throughout the Portland Metro Area.
• Uses navigation tools such as Google Maps Waze or Apple Maps to arrive on time to assignments.

What you get from us:

• Medical dental and vision insurance after 90 days.
• Free flagger certification upon hire.
• Incremental raises.
• An amazing culture where you will feel supported and recognized for your work.

What we need from you:

• Valid Oregon Flagger Certification (or willingness to obtain certification upon hire).
• Knowledge of traffic control procedures and work zone safety standards preferred.
• Understanding of OSHA Oregon OSHA and MUTCD guidelines preferred.

Why Universal Group

The Universal Group is driven by our purpose to provide Peace of Mind to both our clients and team members. Our people embrace our core values of being Passionate Authentic and Driven in everything we do and in every decision we make every day. They are the fabric of who we are and without question the reason for our success and continued growth.

The safety of our team members and the public is what drives us every day.

The Universal Group is an industry leader in traffic control services traffic management planning traffic equipment supply landscaping temporary labour and occupational health and safety training. We are a one-stop shop as our full suite of services ensures that we can manage projects from conception to completion.

For more information about the company please visit our Indeed Profile!

Our Commitment to Diversity

The Universal Group is an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race colour sex religion sexual orientation national origin disability genetic information pregnancy or any other protected characteristic.

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Required Experience:

Junior IC