Traffic Safety Guardian — Paid Training

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, support you, and help you build a career.

Daily responsibilities include:

• 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
• Standing or walking 8 to 12 hours per shift
• We provide a hard hat, safety goggles, safety vest, safety whistle, walkie talkie, and cold/hot weather gear; you bring your own steel toe safety boots that go above the ankle.

• 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; show up on time for 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 at all times
• Treat coworkers, clients, and the public with respect

• Pay: $16.50–17.25 per hour, with overtime available and pay increases in your first year
• Paid training and a traffic safety certificate
• 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

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

AWPSafety 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, age, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or disability.