Traffic Control Flagger

AWP Safety; Hendersonville (NC); On-site; USD 24,796 - 25,830; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Health insurance

401(k) option

Paid training and a traffic safety certificate

Job summary

A leading traffic management company in North Carolina is seeking Protectors to ensure safety at job sites. No prior experience or degree is required as training will be provided. Responsibilities include setting up traffic control equipment and guiding vehicles safely through job sites. Ideal candidates should have a valid driver's license and the ability to work outdoors in varied weather conditions. Employees can enjoy benefits like health insurance, paid time off, and career advancement opportunities.

Qualifications

• Must pass pre-hire screening, including a drug test.
• Stay alert around moving traffic.
• Treat coworkers and clients with respect.

Responsibilities

• Setting up cones, signs, and barricades.
• Guiding traffic with a stop/slow paddle.
• Communicating with the crew and supervisor.

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

Attention to safety rules

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: $18.00–$18.75 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.

AWPSafety 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.