Traffic Control Flagger
AWP Safety · Wytheville, VA · 3 wk ago
OTHR$17–$17.75/hrPart-time
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.
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
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
- Provide your own steel‑toe safety boots that go above the ankle (hard hat, safety goggles, safety vest, safety whistle, walkie talkie, and cold/hot weather gear are provided)
Schedule
- Shifts may change based on job needs; some nights, weekends, or emergency work may be required
- Stand or walk 8 to 12 hours per shift
Pay
Pay: $17.00–$17.75 per hour. Overtime available. Pay increases in your first year.
Benefits
- Paid training and a traffic safety certificate
- 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