Traffic Control Flagger

AWP Safety • Cherokee, North Carolina, United States • $18 - $18.75 / hour • 2d ago

Company Description Unlock Your Career Potential in Traffic Safety with AWP Safety - America's Leading Traffic Management Company! Job Description As a Protector, you work with a team at job sites. No experience or degree is needed. Safety comes first-always. We train you. We support you. We help you build a career. Your daily work includes:

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 give you a hard hat, safety goggles, a safety vest, safety whistle, walkie talkie, and cold/hot weather gear: you bring your own steel toe safety boots that go above the ankle.

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 (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

Additional Information Pay:

Pay: $18.00-$18.75 per hour
Overtime available
Pay increases in your first year
Paid training and a traffic safety certificate

Benefits for eligible employees include:

Paid Time Off and paid holidays
Paid sick time (where required)
On demand pay availability
Health insurance
401(k) option
Employee Assistance Program
Referral bonuses

Promotion Opportunities:

Senior Protector
Lead Protector
Field Supervisor
Manager roles

AWP considers any position that requires the individual to drive an AWP vehicle and/or be present at an AWP worksite for any reason a safety sensitive position. 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 their race, color, age, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or disability. Videos To Watch https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-FeSc3cYUz8