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$36k – $44k per year
Location
In office (Charlotte)
Seniority
Junior
Employment
Full-Time

Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 30, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 22, 2026. AWP Safety scores B on the Alion truth index.

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AWP Safety (formerly Area Wide Protective) is a comprehensive traffic management and work zone safety enterprise. The company provides turnkey traffic control solutions - including traffic control plan design, trained flagging personnel, equipment rental, smart work zone technologies, and event traffic orchestration - to support utility, broadband, and transport infrastructure projects. Headquartered in North Canton, Ohio, it operates an extensive service facility network across the United States and Canada to protect workers, drivers, and pedestrians in commercial and public work zones.

Stay Alert Safety Services, an AWP Safety Company is a rapidly growing national safety services provider committed to protecting our customers’ people, businesses, and time. AWP Safety is America’s Traffic Control Leader, representing nearly every major public utility: electric, gas, and telecommunications. The company’s capabilities include work zone flagging, design and engineering for transportation management plans, equipment sales, rental, and 24/7 support. We are committed to keeping people safe. That includes drivers, pedestrians, workers, and everyone else at a site we serve. To succeed in this mission, we employ safety experts and well-trained crews. America’s roads and work zone professionals need and deserve AWP Safety protection.

The Material Installer is responsible for the successful transportation and installation of a variety of signage and material types. A Material Installer is required to review and ensure that all material meets the required specifications for each project, prepare each item for mounting, and manage the placement and installation of all material as required. A successful Material installer is detail oriented, will demonstrate precision, is knowledgeable about the many different material types used and possesses a sound understanding of the applicable construction and installation techniques.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Ensure that signs meet clients' specifications in terms of spelling, font, size, and medium.
  • Load and transport signs, tools, and materials to the location safely.
  • Install all signs to MUTCD code
  • Prepare the site for installation by removing old signage, preparing the surface or structure, and securing the electrical connections.
  • Ensure the effective measurement, placement, connection, and installation of the material.
  • Mount and installing signs or material in accordance with all safety protocols.
  • Clear debris and materials from the site after each installation.
  • Perform maintenance and repairs to material, as needed.
  • Operate and maintain the tools and equipment in accordance with safety protocols.
  • Maintaining all necessary communication with the Project Management Team, Director of Operations and Director of Sales Operations daily. This includes properly taking completion photos and emailing them accordingly.
  • Properly completing all required paperwork as it pertains to logs, vehicle inspections, work order and timecards daily.
  • Obtaining and maintaining all required licenses in a timely manner as set forth by the company
  • VALID DRIVERS LICENSE
  • High School Diploma or GED completion
  • 2-year degree in a industrial-related field is a plus but not required
  • Must be able to and enjoy connecting with field-level customers and contacts
  • Excellent verbal and nonverbal communication skills
  • Must adhere to and promote safe workplace practices
  • Good knowledge of various types of signs including vinyl, channel letters, electrical signs, and road signs.
  • A sound understanding of the applicable installation methods, materials, and safety measures.
  • The ability to operate hand and power tools.
  • Willingness to work during evenings and on weekends, as needed.
  • Typical workweek 40+ hours
  • Majority of time will be in the field
  • The position may work in outside conditions that include inclement weather, not limited to heat, cold, humidity, and exposure to dust and asphalt
  • Occasional exposure to fumes or airborne particles, moving vehicles, and occasionally exposed to a variety of extreme conditions at construction job sites
  • Noise levels in the work environment and job sites can be loud
  • Position may lift or carry objects up to 50 pounds
  • If necessary, in the field, stand for long periods of time and perform strenuous physical labor under adverse field conditions; employee lifts pushes, pulls, or carries objects

What We Offer:

  • Competitive Hourly Pay: Starting at 18-22/hour, based on experience, guaranteed pay increase within the first year.
  • Rapid Advancement: Potential opportunities to progress to Lead Protector, Field Supervisor, or Manager roles
  • Comprehensive Training: Paid, on-the-job training including ATSSA certification and defensive driving, with ongoing professional development
  • Recognition and Rewards: Competitive referral incentives and recognition for your dedication and hard work
  • Benefits: * Eligible 1st of the month following 30 days of employment
  • All traditional benefits are offered, including 3 medical plan options and 2 dental plan options, as well as Vision, and additional benefits such as Legal and Identity Shield, Accident, Critical Illness, STD and LTD
  • Company paid 50K in basic life insurance
  • Health Savings and Flex Spending Accounts Available
  • 401(K)
  • Paid Time Off
  • Overtime opportunities

AWP considers any position that requires the individual to drive an AWP vehicle and/or be present at an AWP worksite for any reason a safety sensitive position.

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.

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