Crossing Guards and Flaggers Jobs Pay in Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA
Average Hourly Pay
$23.65
26.1%Below national average
Range: $22.52 – $24.77
Average Annual Pay
$49,184
26.1%Below national average
Range: $46,842 – $51,526
How much do Crossing Guards and Flaggers make?
Your level of experience is a key factor in determining your earning potential. Here's what you can expect at different career stages:
Entry Level
0-2 years
Hourly Rate
$20.10/hr
Range: $19.14 – $21.05
Annual Rate
$41,806
Range: $39,816 – $43,797
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$23.65/hr
Range: $22.52 – $24.77
Annual Rate
$49,184
Range: $46,842 – $51,526
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$27.20/hr
Range: $25.90 – $28.49
Annual Rate
$56,562
Range: $53,868 – $59,255
Crossing Guards and Flaggers job description
Crossing Guards and Flaggers professionals protect people, property, and assets. They monitor premises, respond to incidents, and maintain a safe environment through vigilant observation and quick response.
Responsibilities
- •Monitor premises and surveillance systems
- •Patrol assigned areas
- •Respond to security incidents
- •Control access to facilities
- •Write incident reports
- •Assist visitors and employees
Skills
- •Observation and awareness
- •Communication skills
- •Physical fitness
- •Conflict resolution
- •Report writing
- •Emergency response
Qualifications
- •Security license (if required)
- •Background check
- •First aid/CPR certification
- •Previous security experience
