Traffic Safety Protector | Paid Training, OT & Benefits

AWP Safety; Gahanna (OH); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Traffic safety certificate

Health insurance

401(k) option

Paid time off

Job summary

AWP Safety is seeking a Protector to work with a crew at traffic work sites. No experience or degree is required; we provide training and support to build a career in traffic safety.

Your daily duties include setting up cones and signs, guiding traffic with a stop/slow paddle, and ensuring safety rules are followed in all weather. The role involves long hours outside and shifts that may include nights, weekends, or emergencies.

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license is required.
• 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.
• Stay alert around moving traffic and follow all 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.
• You may stand or walk 8 to 12 hours per shift.
• We provide hard hat, safety goggles, vest, whistle, walkie talkie, and weather gear; bring steel-toe boots.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Stand/walk long periods

Lift 40-50 pounds

Work in traffic/weather

Punctual/scheduling

Drug test clearance

Stay alert around traffic

Respect coworkers/clients/public

Job description

AWP Safety is seeking a Protector to work with a crew at traffic work sites. No experience or degree is required; we provide training and support to build a career in traffic safety.

Your daily duties include setting up cones and signs, guiding traffic with a stop/slow paddle, and ensuring safety rules are followed in all weather. The role involves long hours outside and shifts that may include nights, weekends, or emergencies.