Traffic Control Flagger

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

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Paid holidays

On demand pay

Health insurance

401(k)

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

AWP Safety is hiring Protectors to manage traffic at job sites. You’ll set up cones, signs, and barriers, guide traffic with a stop/slow paddle, and follow safety rules. Training is provided, with a focus on building a lasting career in traffic safety.

Eligible applicants can receive paid training and a traffic safety certificate, with shifts that may include nights, weekends, or emergencies. You may stand or walk 8–12 hours per shift, and will be equipped with safety gear by the company.

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license is required.
• Ability to stand, walk, and work outside for long periods.
• Ability to lift 40–50 pounds.
• Willing to work in traffic and changing weather.
• Flexible schedule; punctuality for every shift.
• Pre-hire screening including a drug test.

Responsibilities

• Set up cones, signs, and barricades and take equipment down.
• Use stop/slow paddle to guide traffic and monitor site.
• Follow safety rules taught in training.
• Communicate with crew and supervisor.
• Keep vehicles and equipment clean and safe.
• Work outside year-round in various weather conditions.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Stand/walk outside

Heavy lifting

Traffic control

Safety training

Team communication

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.