Traffic Control Flagger

AWP Safety; New London (CT); On-site; USD 27,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Health insurance

401(k) option

Paid time off

On demand pay

Employee Assistance Program

Senior Protector

Lead Protector

Field Supervisor

Manager roles

Job summary

AWP Safety is hiring a Protector to work with a team at various job sites. No prior experience or degree is required and training is provided. You will set up cones, signs, barricades, guide traffic with a stop/slow paddle, and follow safety rules while coordinating with your crew.

This role involves outdoor work in all weather and may include night or weekend shifts. You’ll receive safety gear, a training pathway, and opportunities to advance into senior or lead protector roles as you gain

Qualifications

• No experience or degree required; training provided.
• Must pass pre-hire screening including a drug test.
• Valid driver’s license is required.
• Able to stand, walk, and work outside for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Setting up cones, signs, and barricades and taking traffic control equipment down.
• Using a stop/slow paddle to guide traffic and monitor 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 include nights, weekends, or emergency work.

Job description

• Compensation: USD 19.50 - USD 20.25 - 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:$19.50–$20.25 per hour
• Pay increasesin your first year
• Paid trainingand a traffic 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.