Traffic Control Flagger

AWP Safety; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 24,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Paid holidays

On demand pay

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

AWP Safety is hiring a Protector to manage traffic control at job sites. You will set up cones, signs, and barricades, guide traffic with a stop/slow paddle, and ensure safety rules are followed while working outdoors in all weather.

No experience or degree is required; training is provided and transportation is managed by the team. Expect shifts that may include nights, weekends, or emergency work, and wear provided safety gear.

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license.
• Able to stand, walk, and work outside for long periods.
• Able to lift 40–50 pounds.
• Willing to work in traffic and changing weather.
• Flexible schedule; show up on time, every shift.
• Must pass pre-hire screening, including a drug test.

Responsibilities

• Set up cones, signs, and barricades and remove traffic control equipment.
• Use a stop/slow paddle to guide traffic and monitor site activity.
• Follow all safety rules taught in training and communicate with crew and supervisor.
• Keep vehicles and equipment clean and safe; work outside year-round in all weather.
• Shifts may include nights, weekends or emergency work as needed.
• Stand or walk 8–12 hours per shift.

Skills

Driver's license

Outdoor work

Physical stamina

Punctuality

Job description

• Compensation: USD 17.65 - USD 19.50 - hourly

Company Description

Unlock Your Career Potential in Traffic Safety with AWP Safety – America’s Leading Traffic Management Company!

Job Description

As a Protector, you work with a team at job sites.No experience ordegree isneeded.Safety comes first—always.We train you.We support you.We help you build a career.

Your daily work includes:

Setting up cones, signs, and barricadesand taking traffic control equipment down

Using a stop/slow paddle to guide traffic, watching traffic and job site activity

Following all safety rules taught in training

Communicating with your crew and supervisor

Helping keep vehicles and equipment clean and safe

Working outside all year, in all weather

Shifts may change based on job needs:Some nights, weekends, or emergency work may berequired

You may stand or walk8 to 12 hours per shift

We give you a hard hat, safety goggles, a safety vest, safety whistle, walkie talkie, and cold/hot weather gear: you bring your own steel toe safetyboots that go above the ankle.

Qualifications

Valid driver’s license

Able to stand, walk, and work outside forlong periods

Able to lift40–50 pounds

Willing to work in traffic and changing weather

Flexible schedule;Show up on time, every shift

Must pass pre-hire screening, including a drug test (this is a safety sensitivejob)

Stay alert around moving trafficand follow all safety rules all the time

Treat coworkers, clients, and the public with respect

Additional Information

Pay:

• Pay:$17.65–$19.50 per hour
• Pay increasesin your first year
• Paid trainingandatraffic safety certificate

Benefits for eligible employees include:

• Paid Time Off and paid holidays
• Paid sick time (whererequired)
• On demand payavailability
• Health insurance
• 401(k)option
• Employee Assistance Program
• Senior Protector
• Lead Protector
• Field Supervisor
• Manager roles

AWP Safety is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, age, national origin, ancestry, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, protected veteran status, disability, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.