Traffic Control Flagger

AWP Safety • Santa Ana, CA

13h • Onsite

About The Position

As a Protector, you will work with a team at job sites for AWP Safety, America’s leading traffic management company. No prior experience or degree is needed, as the company provides training and support to help build a career, with safety as the top priority. Your daily tasks will include setting up and taking down traffic control equipment such as cones, signs, and barricades, and using a stop/slow paddle to guide traffic while monitoring both traffic and job site activity. You are expected to follow all safety rules learned in training, communicate effectively with your crew and supervisor, and assist in keeping vehicles and equipment clean and safe. The role requires working outdoors year-round, in all weather conditions. Shifts may vary based on job needs, potentially including nights, weekends, or emergency work. You should be prepared to stand or walk for 8 to 12 hours per shift. AWP Safety provides essential gear such as a hard hat, safety goggles, a safety vest, safety whistle, walkie talkie, and cold/hot weather gear; however, you must provide your own steel toe safety boots that go above the ankle.

Requirements

• 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

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

Benefits

• On demand pay availability
• Details of PTO and Benefits will be provided by the Union
• Referral bonuses
• Paid training and a traffic safety certificate
• Overtime available
• Pay increases in your first year
• Promotion Opportunities: Senior Protector, Lead Protector, Field Supervisor, Manager roles

What This Job Offers

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