Traffic Control Flagger/Barricade Setter

AWP Safety•Albuquerque, NM

18d•$17 - $18

About The Position

AWP Safety is hiring an entry-level Traffic Control Flagger/Barricade Setter to establish and maintain safe work zones and help protect workers, clients, motorists, and pedestrians. The role involves working outdoors and independently in varied environments, coordinating with team members, and managing traffic with stop/slow paddles. The position includes paid on-the-job training, ongoing support, and opportunities for career advancement. The employee sets up barricades, cones, and signage; drives equipment to and from designated work zones; documents and communicates equipment use and setup locations to dispatch, operations, and customers; and maintains job sites and equipment. The role also requires following plans and instructions, making field adjustments to improve work-zone safety, inspecting vehicles and equipment before and after trips, and wearing required personal protective equipment. Some PPE is provided.

Requirements

Valid driver’s license.
Two years of outdoor labor experience.
Experience driving.
Ability to stand for 8–12 hours a day.
Ability to lift at least 50 pounds repeatedly and travel long distances within work zones.
Willingness to work in various weather conditions and traffic settings.
Strong problem-solving and communication skills to understand work-zone needs.
Ability to read and understand instructions, plans, and maps of work-zone locations.
Flexibility to work varying shifts, including nights and weekends.
Excellent attendance and dependable transportation.
High school diploma or equivalent work experience.
ATSSA Flagger Certification.
Must pass pre-employment screenings, including a drug test.

Responsibilities

Establish and maintain safe work zones using appropriate equipment.
Set up barricades, cones, and related signage for flagging work environments.
Manage traffic flow using stop/slow paddles.
Collaborate with team members to protect everyone in and around the work zone.
Drive to and from designated work zones with the equipment needed for setup.
Document and communicate equipment usage and setup locations to dispatch, operations, and customers.
Maintain job sites and equipment to ensure high-quality setups and follow The AWP Safety Way.
Read and follow plans and instructions to meet customer expectations.
Make field adjustments and corrections to improve safety for customers, municipalities, motorists, and pedestrians.
Perform pre-trip and post-trip vehicle and equipment inspections.
Wear required personal protective equipment.