Traffic Control Flagger

AWP Safety•Gainesville, FL

16d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Protector, you work with a team at job sites to help keep traffic and workers safe. No experience or degree is needed; training and support are provided. The work takes place outdoors year-round and in all types of weather. Shifts may change based on job needs, and some nights, weekends, 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. 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.
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 and punctuality for every shift.
Must pass pre-hire screening, including a drug test; this is a safety-sensitive job.
Must provide own steel-toe safety boots that go above the ankle.

Responsibilities

Set up cones, signs, and barricades, and take traffic control equipment down.
Use a stop/slow paddle to guide traffic and 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.
Work outside year-round in all types of weather.
Stay alert around moving traffic and follow safety rules.
Treat coworkers, clients, and the public with respect.

Benefits

Paid training and a traffic safety certificate.
Overtime available.
Pay increases in the first year.
Paid time off and paid holidays for eligible employees.
Paid sick time where required.
On-demand pay availability.
Health insurance for eligible employees.
401(k) option for eligible employees.
Employee Assistance Program.
Referral bonuses.
Promotion opportunities to Senior Protector, Lead Protector, Field Supervisor, and Manager roles.