Traffic Control Flagger

AWP Safety • Boardman, OH

16h • Onsite

About The Position

As a Protector, you work with a team at job sites to support traffic safety. No experience or degree is needed; training and support are provided. Safety is the priority. The role involves setting up and removing traffic-control equipment, guiding traffic with a stop/slow paddle, monitoring traffic and job-site activity, and following safety rules. You communicate with your crew and supervisor and help keep vehicles and equipment clean and safe.

The work is outdoors throughout the year and in all weather. Shifts may change based on job needs, and some night, weekend, or emergency work may be required. You may stand or walk for 8 to 12 hours per shift. The employer provides a hard hat, safety goggles, safety vest, safety whistle, walkie-talkie, and hot- and cold-weather gear. Employees must provide their own steel-toe safety boots that go above the ankle.

Requirements

• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to stand, walk, and work outside for long periods.
• Ability to lift 40–50 pounds.
• Willingness to work in traffic and changing weather.
• Flexible schedule and punctuality for every shift.
• Pass pre-hire screening, including a drug test.
• Stay alert around moving traffic and follow all safety rules at all times.
• Treat coworkers, clients, and the public with respect.
• Provide personal steel-toe safety boots that go above the ankle.

Responsibilities

• Set up and take down cones, signs, barricades, and other traffic-control equipment.
• Use a stop/slow paddle to guide traffic.
• Watch traffic and job-site activity.
• Follow all safety rules taught in training.
• Communicate with the crew and supervisor.
• Help keep vehicles and equipment clean and safe.

Benefits

• Paid training and a traffic safety certificate.
• Overtime available.
• Pay increases during the first year.
• On-demand pay availability for eligible employees.
• Details of PTO and benefits for eligible employees will be provided by the Union.
• Referral bonuses.
• Promotion opportunities to Senior Protector, Lead Protector, Field Supervisor, and Manager roles.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed