Company Description

AWP Safety is North America’s leading traffic control specialist. Our team of 6,500 professionals helps secure 2,000 work zones every day – ensuring customer crews, drivers, and our own teams get home safely. We protect those who operate, maintain, and upgrade infrastructure in the energy, broadband, and transportation sectors and provide traffic control for major events like the Boston Marathon.

Since our founding in 1981, we have served customers through the talent of extraordinary team members committed to customer focus, growth, valuing each other, safety and quality, and a sense of urgency.

Job Description

We're seeking individuals who enjoy physical work outdoors and are dedicated to making a positive impact through their efforts. If you believe in the values of Ownership. Trust. Teamwork, then this career opportunity is for you!.

WHAT WILL YOU BE DOING: 

• Setting up safe work zones with proper equipment
• Communicating with your crew to keep everyone safe
• Controlling traffic flow
• Providing outstanding service and protection to customers
• Receiving continuous development and guidance

Qualifications

• Previous experience in an outdoor labor setting; i.e., Traffic Control, Landscaping, Manufacturing, Construction, Utilities, Military, or Skilled Operator
• Familiarity with a client-based schedule  
• Valid Texas driver's license 
• Steel Toed or Composite Toed Boots
• Comfortable standing 8-12 hours a day 
• Ability to lift 50-60 lbs 
• Accustomed to working in all types of weather, and in traffic 
• Must be able to pass pre-employment screening including a drug test
• Must be able to pass ATSSA Certification Test Day 1 of Training

Additional Information

WHAT WILL YOU GET:  

• Pay based on experience, Starting pay at our San Antonio Facility - $16 / hr
• Quick promotion opportunities for Protectors interested in doing more – you can become a Senior Protector within 4 months, and continue to grow to Lead Protector
• AWP pays for gas and repairs on company assets;
• Paid on-the-job training: ATSSA certification, defensive driver training, continued training throughout your career!  
• Year-round work with overtime opportunities, after 40 hours: time and a half.
• Full Time Position 
• Eligibility for benefits the first of the month after the date of hire. Medical/Dental/Vision
• PTO & 7 Paid Holidays
• 401(k) for all team members after 90 days – Note: Union team members are not eligible for 401(k) participation. Life AD&D offered $50k
• $250 Referral Incentives   

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 their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or disability.