Certified Traffic Control Barricade Setter -Sr. Protector-

AWP Safety•Phoenix, AZ

23d•$1,850 - $2,150•Onsite

About The Position

AWP Safety is North America’s leading traffic control specialist. Our team of 6,500 professionals helps secure 2,000 work zones every day – ensuring customer crews, drivers, and our teams get home safely. We protect those who operate, maintain, and upgrade infrastructure in the energy, broadband, and transportation sectors and provide traffic control for major events like the Super Bowl and Boston Marathon. We're seeking individuals who enjoy physical work outdoors and are dedicated to making a positive impact through their efforts. If you believe in the values of Ownership. Trust. Teamwork, then this career opportunity is for you!! As a Senior Protector, this role will support and uphold AWP’s core values and mission to protect our customers’ people, businesses, and time. Controls movement of vehicular, pedestrian, and bicycle traffic through work zones using hand signals with a STOP/SLOW Paddle. Reviews, comprehends, and executes temporary traffic control plans and/or standards to ensure work zones are properly installed and maintained.

Requirements

Traffic Control Technician (TCT) Certification or 2000+ verifiable hours required
High School Diploma or GED completion required
Must be able to follow safe workplace practices
Valid Driver’s License void of suspension or revocation
At least 18 years old.
Mandatory out of town work averaging 2 weeks- 2 months
Valid AZ Driver’s License with a motor vehicle report that meets company guidelines
Must be able to read and write English
Good Communication skills.
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.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience preferred in temporary traffic control services, utility industry, or construction industry preferred
Excellent verbal and nonverbal communication skills
Intermediate computer skills including Microsoft Office products and customer relationship management systems
1 year Construction experience preferred

Responsibilities

Coordinates and communicates with customers to ensure the safety of all workers.
Set up, maintain, and remove Advance Warning Signs, Channelizing Devices, and other traffic control devices according to Federal, State, and/or Local Temporary Traffic Control Guidelines and Temporary Traffic Control Plans for simple and intermediate complexity work zones.
Maintain a Flagger Station by standing and controlling road users through the use of hand signals with a STOP/SLOW Paddle.
Drive a company vehicle to transport equipment, trailers, and team members to and from work sites safely and in a timely manner. May also pull lightweight trailered equipment.
Effective radio communication with team members on work site.
Follow all company safety procedures and practices.
Notify Supervisor of any potential safety issues or incidents.
Achieve organizational required training within timeframe established by Project Manager or Facility Manager.
Provide on-the-job training, coaching, and mentoring to Protector
Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Competitive Pay: Hourly pay based on experience, guaranteed pay increase within the first year. Pay $18.50-$21.50
Rapid Advancement: Potential opportunities to progress to Lead Protector, and with further growth potential to Field Supervisor, or Manager roles.
Comprehensive Training: Paid, on-the-job training including ATSSA certification and defensive driving, with ongoing professional development.
Recognition and Rewards: Competitive referral incentives and recognition for your dedication and hard work.
Benefits: Eligible 1st of the month following 30 days of employment
All traditional benefits are offered, including 3 medical plan options and 2 dental plan options, as well as Vision, and additional benefits such as Legal and Identity Shield, Accident, Critical Illness, STD and LTD.
Company paid 50k in basic life insurance
Health Savings and Flex Spending Accounts Available
401(k)
Paid Time Off
Overtime opportunities