Traffic Control Flagger

AWP Safety • Massillon, OH

23d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Protector, you work with a team at job sites to help keep traffic and work areas safe. No experience or degree is needed; training and support are provided. The position involves setting up and removing traffic-control equipment, guiding traffic, monitoring activity, following safety procedures, communicating with the crew and supervisor, and helping maintain vehicles and equipment. Work takes place outdoors throughout the year and in all weather. Shifts may vary based on job needs, and some nights, weekends, or emergency work may be required. Employees 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 above-ankle steel-toe safety boots.

Pay is $18.36–$20.07 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 on-demand pay availability; PTO and other benefits are detailed by the Union. 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 punctuality for every shift.
• Must pass pre-hire screening, including a drug test.
• Must provide above-ankle steel-toe safety boots.

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 weather.
• Stay alert around moving traffic and follow safety rules at all times.
• Treat coworkers, clients, and the public with respect.

Benefits

• Paid training
• Traffic safety certificate
• Overtime available
• Pay increases in the first year
• On-demand pay availability for eligible employees
• PTO and other benefits for eligible employees, with details provided by the Union
• Referral bonuses
• Promotion opportunities

What This Job Offers

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