Asheville, North Carolina, United States · On-site
$19/hr–$21/hr
Entry level
Company Description 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 Tr…
Skills: Traffic Control, Lane Closure, Work Zone Safety, Traffic Flow Management, DOT Regulations
Company Description Safety First Contracting Limited dba AWP Safety is North America’s leading traffic control specialist. Our team of over 9,000 professionals helps secure 2,000 work zones every day – ensuring customer …
Skills: Team Leadership, Field Supervision, Recruitment, Onboarding, Staff Scheduling
Company Description Safety First Contracting Limited dba AWP Safety is North America’s leading traffic control specialist. Our team of over 9,000+ professionals helps secure 2,000+ work zones every day – ensuring custome…
Skills: Team Leadership, Field Supervision, Recruitment, Onboarding, Staff Scheduling
Company Description Safety First Contracting Limited dba AWP Safety is North America’s leading traffic control specialist. Our team of over 9,000+ professionals helps secure 2,000+ work zones every day – ensuring custome…
Skills: Team Leadership, Field Supervision, Recruitment, Onboarding, Employee Training
Company Description AWP Safety 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 near…
Perform lane closures on state highways and roadways to redirect traffic for workers and survey crews. Establish and maintain safe work zones using proper equipment and manage traffic flow with stop/slow paddles.
Requirements
Requires 1-2 years of direct traffic control, lane closure, or DOT experience. Must be able to handle strenuous physical labor, including lifting up to 50 pounds and working in extreme weather conditions.
Full job description
Company Description
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.
Job Description
As a Lane Closure Specialist, you will perform lane closures on state highways and other roadways, redirecting traffic for workers or survey crews, and working independently or as part of a traffic control crew.
Establishing and maintaining safe work zones using the proper equipment
Ensuring the safety of assigned traffic control projects by setting up and taking down lane closures
Collaborating with team members to ensure the safety of all.
Managing traffic flow effectively with stop/slow paddles.
Delivering exceptional service and protection to our clients.
Benefiting from continuous training and support to advance from an entry-level position to long-term career opportunities.
Qualifications
We require 1-2 years of direct traffic control experience, lane closure, or DOT work.
Employee must be able to successfully handle the physical demands of this position, which include the following:
• Hours of operation may vary due to staffing needs.
• Frequent exposure to fumes or airborne particles.
• Frequent exposure to a variety of extreme conditions at job sites including high noise level in the work environment.
• The position may work in outside conditions that include inclement weather, not limited to heat, cold, humidity, and exposure to dust and asphalt.
• Position lifts or carries objects up to 50 pounds.
• Stands for long periods of time and performs strenuous physical labor under adverse field
conditions; employee lifts, pushes, pulls or carries objects.
• Position requires good manual dexterity (hand, hand with arm, two hands) and multi-limb
coordination.
Additional Information
What We Offer:
Competitive Hourly Pay: Starting at $19.50-21/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 their race, color, age, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or disability.
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, age, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or disability.
AWP Safety® is North America’s leading worksite safety partner, protecting those who build our infrastructure. The company specializes in supplying the manpower to guide traffic safety around work zones. AWP Safety’s capabilities range from work zone flagging to design and engineering for transportation management plans, equipment sales, rentals and 24/7 support. AWP Safety’s family of brands is committed to improving traffic safety across the areas it serves.
Offices: 4244 Mt. Pleasant St. NW, North Canton, OH 44720, US
flaggingtraffic controlwork zone managementdesignequipment rentalsteel platetraffic equipmentconstructionAFADsBarricades
AWP Safety® is North America’s leading worksite safety partner, protecting those who build our infrastructure. The company specializes in supplying the manpower to guide traffic safety around work zones. AWP Safety’s capabilities range from work zone flagging to design and engineering for transportation management plans, equipment sales, rentals and 24/7 support. AWP Safety’s family of brands is committed to improving traffic safety across the areas it serves.
Offices: 4244 Mt. Pleasant St. NW, North Canton, OH 44720, US
flaggingtraffic controlwork zone managementdesignequipment rentalsteel platetraffic equipmentconstructionAFADsBarricades