Traffic Safety Protector: Paid Training & Overtime

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

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.