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Traffic Control Flagger

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Elizabeth City, NC
16-17 Hourly
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Elizabeth City, NC
16-17 Hourly
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Sets up and removes traffic control equipment at job sites, directs vehicles using stop/slow paddles, monitors traffic and site activity, follows safety procedures, communicates with crew members, and maintains equipment. The role requires outdoor work in all weather, flexible shifts including nights and weekends, prolonged standing or walking, and lifting up to 50 pounds. Paid training and advancement opportunities are provided.
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Company Description

Unlock Your Career Potential in Traffic Safety with AWP Safety – America’s Leading Traffic Management Company!

 

 

Job Description

As a Protector, you work with a team at job sites. No experience or degree is needed. Safety comes first—always. We train you. We support you. We help you build a career. 

Your daily work includes: 

  • 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 

  • Shifts may change based on job needs: Some nights, weekends, or emergency work may be required 

  • You may stand or walk 8 to 12 hours per shift 

  • We give you a hard hat, safety goggles, a safety vest, safety whistle, walkie talkie, and cold/hot weather gear: you bring your own steel toe safety boots that go above the ankle. 

Qualifications

  • 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 

Additional Information

Pay: 

  • Pay: $16.25–$17.00 per hour  
  • Overtime available 
  • Pay increases in your first year 
  • Paid training and a traffic safety certificate 

Benefits for eligible employees include: 

  • Paid Time Off and paid holidays 
  • Paid sick time (where required) 
  • On demand pay availability 
  • Health insurance 
  • 401(k) option 
  • Employee Assistance Program 
  • Referral bonuses

Promotion Opportunities:

  • Senior Protector 
  • Lead Protector 
  • Field Supervisor 
  • Manager roles 

 

AWP Safety is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, age, national origin, ancestry, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, protected veteran status, disability, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

AWP Safety Maiden, North Carolina, USA Office

Maiden, United States, 28650

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