Traffic Control Flagger - Paid Training & Flexible Hours

AWP Safety; Altoona (PA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-demand pay

Union benefits

Senior Protector

Lead Protector

Field Supervisor

Manager roles

Job summary

AWP Safety in Altoona, PA is hiring a Protector to work with a crew at traffic sites. No experience or degree required. We train you, support you, and help you build a long-term career in traffic safety.

You will set up cones, signs, barricades, guide traffic with a stop/slow paddle, follow safety rules, communicate with your team, and stay outside year-round in all weather. Some shifts may include nights, weekends, or emergency work.

Qualifications

• Able to stand, walk, and work outside for long periods.
• Flexible schedule; Show up on time, every shift.
• Willing to work in traffic and changing weather.
• Must pass pre-hire screening, including a drug test (this is a safety sensitive job).
• Stay alert around moving traffic and follow all safety rules all the time.
• 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.

Skills

Stand/walk for long periods

Flexible schedule

Safety awareness

Team communication

Job description

AWP Safety in Altoona, PA is hiring a Protector to work with a crew at traffic sites. No experience or degree required. We train you, support you, and help you build a long-term career in traffic safety.

You will set up cones, signs, barricades, guide traffic with a stop/slow paddle, follow safety rules, communicate with your team, and stay outside year-round in all weather. Some shifts may include nights, weekends, or emergency work.