Traffic Control Technician

Integrity; Olathe (KS); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

ATSSA certification training

Comprehensive benefits

Paid training and advancement

Job summary

AWP Safety in the United States is seeking a Traffic Control Technician/Protector to set up, maintain, and remove temporary traffic control devices and to guide road users safely through work zones.

You will operate a company vehicle, maintain flagger stations with STOP/SLOW paddles, and provide on‑the‑job training. The role offers competitive pay, benefits, paid training including ATSSA certification, and opportunities for advancement.

Qualifications

• TCT Certification or 2000+ hours required.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Experience in temporary traffic control, utility, or construction preferred.
• Excellent verbal and nonverbal communication skills.
• Intermediate computer skills (MS Office and CRM systems).
• Must follow safe workplace practices.
• Valid driver’s license without suspension or revocation.

Responsibilities

• Set up, maintain, and remove traffic control devices per guidelines.
• Maintain a Flaggers station using STOP/SLOW paddle.
• Drive company vehicle and transport equipment and team members safely.
• Effective radio communication with team on site.
• Follow all safety procedures and practices.
• Notify supervisor of safety issues or incidents.
• Complete required training within the timeframe set by management.
• Provide on-the-job training, coaching, and mentoring to Protector.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Verbal communication

Nonverbal communication

Computer skills

Safety practices

Driver's license

Education

Diploma/GED

Job description

Job Description

Responsibilities

• Set up, maintain, and remove Advance Warning Signs, Channelizing Devices, and other traffic control devices according to Federal, State, and/or Local Temporary Traffic Control Guidelines and Temporary Traffic Control Plans for simple and intermediate complexity work zones.
• Maintain a Flagger Station by standing and controlling road users through the use of hand signals with a STOP/SLOW Paddle.
• Drive a company vehicle to transport equipment, trailers, and team members to and from work sites safely and in a timely manner. May also pull lightweight trailered equipment.
• Effective radio communication with team members on work site.
• Follow all company safety procedures and practices.
• Notify Supervisor of any potential safety issues or incidents.
• Achieve organizational required training within timeframe established by. Project Manager or Facility Manager.
• Provide on-the-job training, coaching, and mentoring to Protector
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Qualifications

• Traffic Control Technician (TCT) Certification or 2000+ verifiable hours required.
• High School Diploma or GED completion required.
• Prior experience preferred in temporary traffic control services, utility industry, or construction industry preferred.
• Excellent verbal and nonverbal communication skills.
• Intermediate computer skills including Microsoft Office products and customer relationship management systems.
• Must be able to follow safe workplace practices.
• Valid Driver’s License void of suspension or revocation.

Work Environment and Physical Demands

Employee must be able to successfully handle the physical demands of this position, which include the following:

• Hours of operation may vary due to staffing needs.
• Frequent exposure to fumes or airborne particles.
• Frequent exposure to a variety of extreme conditions at job sites including high noise level in the work environment.
• The position may work in outside conditions that include inclement weather, not limited to heat, cold, humidity, and exposure to dust and asphalt.
• Position lifts or carries objects up to 50 pounds.
• Stands for long periods of time and performs strenuous physical labor under adverse field conditions; employee lifts, pushes, pulls or carries objects.
• Position requires good manual dexterity (hand, hand with arm, two hands) and multi-limb coordination.

Additional Information

What We Offer

• Competitive Pay: Hourly pay range $18.00- $25.00, based on experience, guaranteed pay increase within the first year.
• Rapid Advancement: Potential opportunities to progress to Lead Protector, and with further growth potential to Field Supervisor, or Manager roles.
• Comprehensive Training: Paid, on-the-job training including ATSSA certification and defensive driving, with ongoing professional development.
• Recognition and Rewards: Competitive referral incentives and recognition for your dedication and hard work.
• **Benefits: *** Eligible 1st of the month following 30 days of employment.
• All traditional benefits are offered, including 3 medical plan options and 2 dental plan options, as well as Vision, and additional benefits such as Legal and Identity Shield, Accident, Critical Illness, STD and LTD.
• Company paid 50k in basic life insurance.
• Health Savings and Flex Spending Accounts Available.
• 401(K).
• Paid Time Off.
• Overtime opportunities.

Seize the Opportunity to Make a Difference Every Day!

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.

Compensation

$18-$18