Traffic Control Flagger

AWP Safety; Sumter (SC); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) option

Paid time off

Job summary

AWP Safety is hiring Protectors to help manage traffic at job sites. No experience or degree is required; training is provided and safety comes first.

You will set up cones, signs, and barricades, use stop/slow paddles, and work outside in all weather. Shifts may include nights, weekends, or emergency work; a valid driver's license is required.

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license required.
• Ability to stand, walk, and work outdoors for long periods.
• Ability to lift 40–50 pounds.
• Willingness to work in traffic and varying weather conditions.
• Flexible schedule; punctual attendance for every shift.
• Must pass pre-hire screening including drug test.

Responsibilities

• Set up cones, signs, and barricades; take down traffic control equipment.
• Use stop/slow paddle to guide traffic and monitor job site activity.
• Follow safety rules taught in training.
• Communicate with crew and supervisor.
• Help keep vehicles and equipment clean and safe.
• Work outside year-round in all weather conditions.
• Shifts may include nights, weekends, or emergency work.
• Stand or walk 8–12 hours per shift.
• Wear provided safety gear; bring steel-toe boots.

Skills

Valid driver’s license

Stand, walk, outdoors long shifts

Lift 40–50 pounds

Work in traffic and weather

Punctual, reliable scheduling

Drug test - pre-hire screening

Safety-conscious

Respectful teamwork

Job description

• Compensation: USD 16.50 - USD 17.25 - 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:$16.50–$17.25 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.