Traffic Control Flagger

AWP Safety, Inc; Wheeling (WV); On-site; USD 20,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On demand pay

Paid training and safety certificate

Overtime available

Job summary

AWP Safety, Inc. is hiring Protectors to work at traffic control sites across West Virginia. No experience or degree is required; we provide training, safety gear, and a clear path to advancement while you gain real on-the-job skills.

You will set up cones, signs, and barricades, guide traffic with a stop/slow paddle, and work outside in all weather. Shifts may include nights or weekends. Pay starts at $14.49–$16.04 per hour with overtime and paid training.

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 (safety sensitive)
• Stay alert around moving traffic and follow safety rules
• Treat coworkers, clients, and the public with respect

Responsibilities

• 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 provide hard hat, safety goggles, vest, whistle, walkie talkie and weather gear; you bring steel toe boots

Skills

Valid driver's license

Stand/walk outdoors

Lift 40–50 pounds

Flexible schedule

Safety minded

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:

• $14.49–$16.04 per hour
• Overtime available
• Pay increasesin your first year
• Paid trainingandatraffic safety certificate

Benefits for eligible employees include:

• On demand payavailability
• Details of PTO and Benefits will be provided by the Union
• 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.