Traffic Control Flagger

AWP Safety•Panama City, FL

8d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Protector, you work with a team at job sites to help manage traffic safely. No experience or degree is needed; training and support are provided. The work is outdoors year-round in changing weather and may involve standing or walking for 8 to 12 hours per shift. Shifts may vary based on job needs, and some night, weekend, or emergency work may be required. 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. Pay is $16.50–$17.25 per hour, with overtime available and pay increases during the first year. Paid training and a traffic safety certificate are provided. Benefits for eligible employees include paid time off and holidays, paid sick time where required, on-demand pay availability, health insurance, a 401(k) option, an Employee Assistance Program, and referral bonuses. Promotion opportunities include Senior Protector, Lead Protector, Field Supervisor, and Manager roles.

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 reliable attendance for every shift.
Must pass pre-hire screening, including a drug test, for this safety-sensitive job.
Ability to stay alert around moving traffic and follow safety rules at all times.
Treat coworkers, clients, and the public with respect.
Must provide 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 while monitoring traffic and job-site activity.
Follow all safety rules covered in training.
Communicate with crew members and the supervisor.
Help keep vehicles and equipment clean and safe.
Work outdoors in all weather conditions.