Traffic Control Flagger

AWP Safety, Inc; New London (CT); On-site; USD 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Paid holidays

Paid sick time

On demand pay

Health insurance

401(k)

Employee Assistance Program

Referral bonuses

Job summary

AWP Safety, Inc. is hiring Protectors to join our traffic management team in New London, CT. No experience or degree is required as we provide training and safety-first culture.

You will set up cones, signs, and barricades, guide traffic with a stop/slow paddle, and help keep the site safe in all weather. Shifts may include nights, weekends, or emergencies.

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license required.
• Able to stand, walk, and work outside for long periods.
• Lift 40–50 pounds as part of duties.
• Must pass pre-hire screening including drug test.
• Flexible schedule and reliable attendance.
• Treat coworkers and the public with respect.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Driver's license

Physical endurance

Lifting 40–50 lbs

Outdoor work

Pre-employment drug test

Flexible schedule

Professional conduct

Job description

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:$19.50 - $20.25 per hour
• Overtime available
• 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
• Referral bonuses

Promotion Opportunities:

• 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.