Is being a crossing guard or flagger a good fit for you?
Guides and controls traffic and pedestrians on streets, near schools, at rail crossings and at building sites. Keeps people and vehicles safe.
What the work involves
- Walks people across streets and stops traffic when needed.
- Guides traffic and pedestrians at road crossings, railway crossings and building sites.
- Watches traffic to find safe gaps for people to cross.
- Explains road and crossing rules to students and adults.
The interests that suit it
People in this work tend to be hands-on and organising. Here is how much each of the six kinds of interest comes into it.
What it tends to reward
Compared with other work, this job stands out for:
- Belonging. People who look out for each other, and a manager who has your back.
- Independence. Trusted to decide how the work gets done.
How much training it needs
Fast start. Little or some training needed. Rules differ from country to country, so check locally before you commit.
Find out if it fits you
Answer quick questions about what you like doing and what keeps you going. We match you with roles from over 900 kinds of work, and you can see if a crossing guard or flagger is one of yours.
Free. About 15 minutes. No account.