Traffic Control Flagger

AWP Safety; Beckley (WV); On-site; USD 22,041 - 23,074; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Health insurance

401(k) option

Paid training and traffic safety certificate

Job summary

A leading traffic management company is seeking a Protector to join their team in Beckley, West Virginia. As a Protector, you will be responsible for setting up traffic control equipment, guiding traffic, and ensuring safety at job sites. No prior experience is necessary as training will be provided. The job offers a competitive pay rate of $16.00–$16.75 per hour along with benefits such as paid time off and health insurance. Flexible scheduling is required, and candidates must demonstrate reliability and respect in a safety-sensitive role.

Qualifications

• Must pass pre-hire screening, including a drug test (safety-sensitive job).
• Stay alert around moving traffic and follow all safety rules.

Responsibilities

• Set up cones, signs, and barricades; take down equipment.
• Guide traffic using a stop/slow paddle and watch job site activities.
• Communicate with crew and supervisor.
• Keep vehicles and equipment clean and safe.
• Work outside in all weather conditions.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Ability to stand, walk, and work outside for long periods

Ability to lift 40–50 pounds

Willingness to work in traffic and changing weather

Flexible schedule and timeliness

Job 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 or degree is needed. 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 barricades and 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 be required
• You may stand or walk 8 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 safety boots that go above the ankle.

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 (this is a safety sensitive job)
• Stay alert around moving traffic and follow all safety rules all the time
• Treat coworkers, clients, and the public with respect

Additional Information

Pay:

• Pay: $16.00–$16.75 per hour
• Pay increases in your first year
• Paid training and a traffic safety certificate

Benefits for eligible employees include:

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

AWP considers any position that requires the individual to drive an AWP vehicle and/or be present at an AWP worksite for any reason a safety sensitive position.

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 their race, color, age, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or disability.