- Company: AWP Safety
- Location: Sacramento, California
- Salary: Pay not listed
AWP Safety at a glance
awpsafety.com- Founded 1981
OSHA safety record: 4 confirmed violations across 2 inspections — via OSHA Establishment Search
AWP Safety (awpsafety.com) is a traffic- and work-zone safety provider founded in 1981. Recent coverage notes multiple acquisitions and the appointment of a CIO to push digital transformation, pointing to growth in roadway and construction safety services.
Traffic Control Flagger at AWP Safety in Sacramento, California
About This Position
AWP Safety is seeking dedicated individuals to join our team as Traffic Control Flaggers. As a Protector, you will work closely with others on job sites, ensuring the safety of pedestrians and vehicles. No prior experience or degree is required; comprehensive training and support are provided by AWP Safety.
Responsibilities
- Setting up cones, signs, and barricades at job sites
- Directing traffic to ensure safe passage around work zones
- Maintaining clear communication with other team members
- Following safety protocols to prevent accidents and injuries
Skills & Qualifications
- No specific degree or experience required; training provided
- Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions
- Excellent communication skills for interacting with drivers and colleagues
- Physical fitness to work in various weather conditions
More About AWP Safety
AWP Safety is America’s leading traffic management company, dedicated to providing safe and efficient solutions for job sites. Our commitment to safety extends beyond the workplace; we invest in our employees’ growth and well-being, offering a supportive work environment where you can build a fulfilling career.
Next Steps
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What people say about AWP Safety
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Recent news
- AWP Safety Makes Two New Acquisitions - Work Truck Online
- 10 Ways Technology is Improving Safety on Construction Jobsites and Roadways - For Construction Pros
- AWP Safety Appoints Craig Young as Chief Information Officer to Drive Digital Transformation and Customer Innovation - PR Newswire
- AWP Safety Makes 3 New Acquisitions - Work Truck Online
- Unlikely Bristol mental health unit will reopen after teen's death - BBC
Aggregated from public discussions and news; opinions are the authors’ own.
Working in Sacramento, California
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Role is based in Sacramento, California, California. California sits on the Pacific Coast, borders Oregon, Nevada, Arizona, and Mexico, and is the largest U.S. state by population—busy metro corridors mean steady roadside and utility work demand.
California is a U.S. state in the Western United States that lies on the Pacific Coast. It borders Oregon to the north, and Nevada and Arizona to the east; it also shares an international border with the Mexican state of Baja California to the south. With over 39 million residents across an area of 163,696 square miles (423,970 km2), it is the largest U.S. state by population and third-largest by
🇺🇸 Relocation safety for US: Exercise Normal Caution — via Warnely, CC BY 4.0
National unemployment rate in US: 4.2% — via World Bank
National job openings rate: 4.4% — via BLS JOLTS
Private-sector wage growth (year over year): 3.1% — via FRED
National quits rate: 2.0% — via FRED (BLS JOLTS)
Weekly initial unemployment claims: 209,000 — via FRED
GDP per capita in US: $90,027 — via World Bank
Consumer price inflation in US: 2.9% (annual) — via World Bank
Real GDP growth in US: 2.2% (annual) — via World Bank
Average hours worked per year in US: 1,800 — via OECD
Cost of living in California: 10.7% above the national average — via BEA
Minimum wage in California: $16.90/hr — via FRED
Real GDP per capita in California: $86,110 — via FRED
Home prices in California (year over year): +1.8% — via FRED
Median household income in Sacramento County: $88,724 — via US Census ACS / Data USA
Average commute time in Sacramento County: 28 min — via US Census ACS / Data USA
Most common commute in Sacramento County: Drove Alone (66%) — via US Census ACS / Data USA
Households with home internet in Sacramento County: 94% — via US Census ACS / Data USA
Recent seismic activity: 2 earthquakes (M4.5+) within 200km in the last 6 months — largest M5.6 near 11 km N of Redwood Valley, CA. via USGS
Nearby history: Sacramento City Library, listed 1992 (102m away) — via National Register of Historic Places
Typical climate: average high 75°F / low 51°F year-round (summers around 91°F, winters around 42°F) — via NOAA 1991-2020 Normals
Walkability: Most walkable — via EPA National Walkability Index
Typical rent nearby: $1,832/mo · $2,255/mo — via HUD Fair Market Rents
- Elevation 14m (46 ft)
Source: Wikipedia (state)
About this role & career path
Work aligns with highway maintenance and traffic control (O*NET 47-4051.00): flagging, site setup, light equipment care, and roadside support. Experience can lead toward crew lead or broader work-zone roles within safety contractors like AWP Safety.
Traits that fit this role
- Dependability
Source: O*NET Work Styles (Distinctiveness Rank).
Typical preparation needed: Job Zone 1-2: Very Little to Some Preparation Needed. Usually requires a high school diploma or GED, though some occupations may not. — via O*NET
Industry news
- Construction industry builds on strong foundation amid tighter conditions - Davis Journal
- What is the Advanced Building Construction Initiative? - Department of Energy (.gov)
- Senate bill targets construction industry’s ‘tragically high’ suicide rate - Safety+Health Magazine
Source: O*NET (public-domain bulk data)
Salary & compensation
Workers in Construction & Extraction occupations earn a national median of $46,654 — via US Census ACS / Data USA
Build the skills for this role
Build reliability on live roadways: clear hand signals, situational awareness, and consistent PPE use. Practice reading traffic-control setups, basic vehicle/equipment checks, and calm communication with drivers and crew. No paid certification path is listed in the provided resources.
Be ready to describe safety-first habits on busy roads, comfort working outdoors in Sacramento weather, and examples of following procedures under pressure. Ask how AWP Safety staffs local jobs, trains new flaggers, and structures shifts and travel between sites.
Strong fit if you want hands-on, outdoor traffic-control work with a long-standing safety contractor (est. 1981) rather than desk work. Less fit if you need remote options or roles with published pay bands in this listing’s data.
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Listing facts
- Role Traffic Control Flagger
- Employer AWP Safety
- Location Sacramento, California
- Type Full Time
- Pay (from listing) Pay not listed
- Posted August 12, 2026
- Apply by September 11, 2026
- Country United States
- Overview Full job description on this page (219 words)
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Typical work in Traffic Control Flagger
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- Set out signs and cones around work areas to divert traffic.
- Flag motorists to warn them of obstacles or repair work ahead.
- Perform preventative maintenance on vehicles and heavy equipment.
- Drive trucks to transport crews and equipment to work sites.
- Erect, install, or repair guardrails, road shoulders, berms, highway markers, warning signals, and highway lighting, using hand tools and power tools.
- Clean and clear debris from culverts, catch basins, drop inlets, ditches, and other drain structures.
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- Hacker News — Automattic turns to weaponizing responsible disclosure against WP Engine
- Hacker News — WordPress sites under attack from newly found Linux trojan
- Hacker News — Tesla reports another Robotaxi crash
- Hacker News — Ford Mustang Mach-E using BlueCruise at time of crash: NTSB
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