Flagger Scheduling Software | Simplify Traffic Control Crew Scheduling
FlaggerLink is flagger scheduling and dispatch software built for traffic control companies. Flagger scheduling software helps you track employee availability, manage certifications, enforce seniority rules, and dispatch jobs—all from one platform. Stop juggling spreadsheets and start scheduling with confidence.
The Challenge of Manual Flagger Scheduling
Scheduling flaggers manually creates bottlenecks, compliance risks, and constant firefighting. These problems compound as your company grows.
No Availability Visibility
Spreadsheets don't show who's available vs already scheduled. You waste time calling flaggers who are already on jobs or inactive.
Manual Certification Checks
Checking certifications for every job is tedious and error-prone. Accidentally sending uncertified flaggers creates safety and liability issues.
Seniority Disputes
Union companies need accurate seniority rankings for fair job assignments. Manual tracking leads to disputes, grievances, and poor morale.
Crew Conflicts Forgotten
Remembering which flaggers don't work well together is impossible without a system. Conflicts create problems on-site and hurt performance.
How Flagger Scheduling Software Solves These Problems
Modern scheduling software centralizes flagger data, automates compliance checks, and gives you complete visibility into your workforce.
Real-Time Availability Tracking
See who's available, assigned, or inactive instantly. Real-time assignment tracking shows conflicts before you assign anyone.
Certification Tracking
Track flagger certifications and expiration dates. View which certifications each employee holds to ensure proper job assignments.
Built-In Seniority Ranking
Automatic seniority calculations based on hire dates. Fair job assignment according to union rules without manual list management.
Conflict Tracking
Document employee-to-employee and employee-to-customer conflicts. System warns you before scheduling incompatible flaggers together.
Visual Calendar Scheduling
Calendar interface lets you assign flaggers to jobs with a clear visual layout. See all jobs and assignments at a glance.
SMS Dispatch Integration
Send job details via SMS when you dispatch your assignments. Get real-time confirmations that update your schedule.
Getting Started with Flagger Scheduling Software
Most traffic control companies complete setup in 1-2 weeks, primarily due to SMS carrier verification requirements. Here's how it works.
Add Your Roster
Add your flagger roster with names, phone numbers, hire dates, and certifications. Set up employee profiles in the system.
Review Your Roster
Review employee certifications, track known conflicts between employees, and ensure all flagger information is accurate.
Assign Flaggers
View availability at a glance and assign flaggers to jobs on the visual calendar. Conflicts are flagged as you schedule.
Dispatch via SMS
Send job details via text with one click when you're ready to dispatch. Track confirmations in real-time from your dashboard.
Scheduling Time Saved: 5-8 hours per week for companies with 20-50 flaggers
Compliance: 100% certification compliance with automatic expiration alerts
FlaggerLink's Complete Flagger Management Solution
FlaggerLink goes beyond basic scheduling by integrating certification tracking, seniority management, and SMS dispatch. Built specifically for traffic control companies, FlaggerLink understands union rules, job requirements, and the unique challenges of flagger scheduling.
Don't use separate tools for scheduling, dispatch, certifications, and seniority. FlaggerLink combines everything in one system.
Built for the industry with features like Rail Cert tracking, arrow board assignment, work zone equipment management, and more.
Progressive tiered pricing means you save more as you grow. Only pay for active flaggers—mark inactive employees to avoid unnecessary charges.
FlaggerLink Includes:
- Visual calendar-based scheduling
- Real-time availability tracking
- Certification tracking & alerts
- Automatic seniority ranking
- Crew conflict management
- SMS job dispatch
- Custom reports & analytics
Frequently Asked Questions
What is flagger scheduling software?
Flagger scheduling software is a specialized tool for managing traffic control employee schedules, job assignments, certifications, and dispatch operations. It replaces manual spreadsheets with automated workflows, real-time availability tracking, and compliance management specific to the flagging industry.
Does it track flagger certifications?
Yes, flagger scheduling software tracks all certifications including Flagger, Rail Cert, Pilot Car, Arrow Board, and TCS certifications. View certification status and expiration reports to maintain compliance and identify which employees need renewals.
Can it handle union seniority rules?
Yes, quality scheduling software includes built-in seniority management based on hire dates. The system automatically calculates rankings so you can see each flagger's relative seniority when making job assignments.
How does it prevent double-booking?
The system tracks who's assigned to which jobs in real-time. When you try to assign a flagger who's already scheduled, you get an immediate warning. Real-time availability status shows at a glance who's available, assigned, or inactive.
Does it integrate with payroll systems?
Many scheduling platforms offer payroll integrations to export job assignment data. FlaggerLink is building payroll export capabilities to streamline your payroll processing workflow.
Can I schedule jobs by location?
Yes, scheduling software lets you organize jobs by location, project, client, or any other criteria. You can filter available flaggers by distance from job sites, preferred work locations, or assigned territories to optimize employee assignments.
Ready to Simplify Flagger Scheduling?
See how FlaggerLink's flagger scheduling software can streamline your operations with automated certification tracking, seniority management, and SMS dispatch.