Career fit quiz

Is Flagger the Right Career for You?

A quick, free 8-question quiz to see how well the flagger career fits your personality, preferences and goals.

Updated By the Career Education Institute Curriculum Team
How this quiz works

Rate how much you agree with each statement. The quiz compares your answers with the realities of the flagger job and gives you an honest fit score in under two minutes. Nothing is saved or sent anywhere.

Statement 1 of 8I can stay alert and focused for hours
Statement 2 of 8I don’t mind standing outdoors in all weather
Statement 3 of 8I stay calm when drivers are frustrated
Statement 4 of 8I take safety seriously
Statement 5 of 8I want to start working right away
Statement 6 of 8I’d like to get into construction
Statement 7 of 8I’m willing to spend about 1 day training for this career
Statement 8 of 8A typical salary around $38,100 a year would meet my needs

What this career really involves

Flaggers control traffic through highway, street and utility work zones, using STOP/SLOW paddles and hand signals to keep drivers, pedestrians and workers safe.

  • Set up at the flagger station with proper signs and an escape route
  • Stop, slow and release traffic using a STOP/SLOW paddle
  • Coordinate with other flaggers by radio
  • Guide pedestrians and cyclists safely through the work zone
  • Watch for errant or distracted drivers

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