Crossing Guards and Flaggers

Top 3 Crossing Guard Jobs

  • Armed Transport Guard - Brinks - Columbus,OH

    Brinks - 1362 Essex Avenue - Responsibilities: Safeguard team members, vehicles, and valuables always; Transport cash and assets to and from client locations; Service and maintain the integrity of ATM services; Remain alert and ready to...

  • Security Guard - National Church Residences - Columbus,OH

    National Church Residences - - Responsibilities: Conducts routine interior and exterior patrols, assisting residents, staff, and guests as needed; Responds to emergencies, including alarms and 911 calls; Investigates and documents incidents...

  • Security Guard - Brookdale Senior Living - Columbus,OH

    Brookdale Senior Living - 3500 Trillium Crossing - Responsibilities: Maintain a secure environment for residents and associates within the building and on the community grounds; Greets visitors and monitors the interior and exterior of the...

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What Crossing guards and flaggers Do

Guide or control vehicular or pedestrian traffic at such places as streets, schools, railroad crossings, or construction sites.


Crossing guard and flagger Salaries

  • 2020 employment: 85,500
  • May 2021 median annual wage: $31,450

Job Outlook for Crossing guards and flaggers

Projected employment change, 2020-30:

  • Number of new jobs: 11,500
  • Growth rate: 13 percent (Faster than average)

How to Become a Crossing guard

Education and training:

  • Typical entry-level education: No formal educational credential
  • Work experience in a related occupation: None
  • Typical on-the-job training: Short-term on-the-job training

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