Love working outdoors? Want to get paid to travel --- with overtime opportunities?

Join JobSquad as a Road Construction Flagger and help keep Michigan's roads safe while staying active and exploring the state. This seasonal, travel-based role is ideal for dependable, hard-working individuals who don't want to be stuck indoors all summer.

Position Details

Season: April through mid-November/December (weather dependent)

Typical shifts: 4--14 hours per day

Travel: Statewide (up to 100+ miles one way)

Personal vehicle required (must remain on-site during shift)

Home Office Locations: Ann Arbor, Battle Creek, Grand Rapids, Kalamazoo, Lansing, Jackson, and Mount Pleasant

Mileage is calculated using the shortest GPS route from your home office to the job site.

Pay Structure

Hourly pay is based on one-way travel distance from your home office:

0--50 miles: $20.00/hr

51--80 miles: $21.00/hr

81--99 miles: $22.00/hr

100+ miles: $27.00/hr

Overtime opportunities are available.

What You'll Do

As a Flagger, you are a key member of the road crew's safety team. Responsibilities include:

Controlling traffic through construction zones

Directing drivers safely around work areas

Using signs, paddles, radios, and hand signals

Communicating with fellow flaggers and supervisors to maintain safe traffic flow

Breaks & Rest Periods

Due to the nature of roadwork, scheduled breaks may not always be possible. However, accommodations are made, and flaggers are encouraged to take appropriate rest periods as workload and site conditions permit, in coordination with the site lead.

What You Need

Valid Driver's License

Reliable personal vehicle (must remain on-site)

Proof of Michigan auto insurance (your name must be listed)

Full-day availability (sunrise to sunset), including weekends

Ability to stand for long periods in all weather conditions

No OWI/DUI within the past 5 years

Ability to pass pre-employment background and drug screening

Willingness to travel up to 100+ miles one way

No diploma or previous experience required --- we provide paid training and safety equipment.

Safety Gear Provided by JobSquad

MDOT Class 3 Safety Vest

Clear & tinted safety glasses

Hard hat

Headlamp

2-way radio (employee provides daily batteries)

Poncho

Employee-Provided Attire

T-shirt or long-sleeve shirt (no tank tops)

Steel-toed leather boots (must cover the ankle)

Durable jeans or work pants (no shorts or sweatpants)

Perks & Benefits

At JobSquad, we have you covered.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including:

Health insurance

Dental & vision coverage

Life insurance

Disability coverage

And more

Referral Bonus

We're hiring multiple flaggers and offering $100 per referral --- no cap. Work alongside your friends and earn extra cash.

Apply Today

Apply now or call 269-279-7222 for more information.

JobSquad is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, co

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