Traffic Control Flagger

AWP Safety; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) option

Paid Time Off and holidays

Paid sick time

On demand pay availability

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

AWP Safety is seeking Protectors to manage traffic control at job sites, setting up cones, signs, and barricades. Training is provided; no prior experience needed, with safety as the priority.

Shifts may include nights or weekends, and you may stand 8 to 12 hours outdoors in all weather. A valid driver’s license and the ability to lift 40–50 pounds are required; drug testing is part of pre-hire screening.

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license is required.
• 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; arrive on time for each shift.
• Must pass pre-hire screening, including a drug test.

Responsibilities

• Set up cones, signs, and barricades; take down traffic control equipment.
• Use a stop/slow paddle to guide traffic and monitor site activity.
• Follow all safety rules taught in training.
• Communicate with crew and supervisor.
• Keep vehicles and equipment clean and safe.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Stand/walk long periods

Lift 40–50 pounds

Work in traffic and weather

Flexible schedule

Drug test pre-hire

Job description

• Compensation: USD 21.00 - USD 21.75 - 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:$21.00–$21.75 per hour
• Pay increasesin your first year
• Paid trainingand atraffic 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.