Traffic Control Flagger

About the role

Unlock Your Career Potential in Traffic Safety with AWP Safety – America’s Leading Traffic Management Company! 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.

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 a hard hat, safety goggles, 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 (safety‑sensitive position)
• Stay alert around moving traffic and follow all safety rules at all times
• Treat coworkers, clients, and the public with respect

Pay

$17–$17.75 per hour. Overtime available. Pay increases in your first year. Paid training and a traffic safety certificate provided.

Benefits

• 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

Schedule

Shifts may vary based on job needs, including nights, weekends, or emergency work. Expect to stand or walk 8 to 12 hours per shift. Flexible schedule; punctuality required.