Traffic Safety Technician

AWP Safety, Inc; Eugene (OR); On-site; USD 24,796 - 30,307; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Company-paid life insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Job summary

AWP Safety, Inc is seeking a Flagger / Traffic Safety Technician in Eugene, Oregon. This full-time role involves directing traffic around construction sites and ensuring safety for contractors and the public.

The position offers a pay range of $18 to $22 per hour, based on experience, along with a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance options and a 401(k) retirement plan. We encourage women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities to apply.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid flagging certification, which can be obtained for free.
• Reliable transportation is required.

Responsibilities

• Direct traffic around construction sites using hand signals.
• Communicate with other Flaggers via radios.
• Set up and remove barricades and traffic cones.

Skills

Ability to listen and follow directions

Ability to work under pressure

Understanding of flagging policies and procedures

Flexibility in assignments

Education

State valid flagging certification card

Job description

About the role:

• A Flagger / Traffic Safety Technician (TST) will perform a wide range of traffic control and flagging tasks to provide safety and support to our contractors on job sites or public/private roadways.

Job Description

• Use hand signals and direction signs to direct traffic around road construction sites.
• Communicate with other Flaggers/TSTs using hand-held radios to direct two‑way traffic onto a single lane.
• Inform the construction crew of any traffic issues that may affect their safety.
• Appropriately position warning and detour signs around construction sites.
• Set up barricades and traffic cones along construction sites to cordon off certain areas.
• Remove all signs, barricades, and traffic cones upon completion of construction work.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Ability to listen to, understand, and follow directions.
• Ability to remain flexible as specific assignments change.
• Ability to work with a variety of personalities.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Understanding of basic flagging policies, procedures, rules, and state and federal laws.
• State valid flagging certification card (Company flagger certification provided if needed - FREE for April only!).
• Reliable transportation.

Additional Information

• Full time, $18 to $22/hour based on experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package including three medical plan options and two dental plan options, along with additional benefits such as Legal and Identity Shield, Accident, and Critical Illness coverage.
• Eligibility for benefits starts on the 1st of the month following your hire date.
• Company-paid life insurance coverage.
• Company-paid long‑term disability (LTD) insurance.
• Availability of Health Savings Accounts (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA).
• Participation in the 401(k) retirement plan.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays.

Integrity, an AWP company, considers any position that requires the individual to drive an Integrity/AWP vehicle and/or be present at an AWP worksite for any reason a safety-sensitive position.

AWPSafety 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 their race, color, age, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or disability.