Lane Closure Specialist

AWP Safety•Greenville, SC

17h

About The Position

As a Lane Closure Specialist, you will perform lane closures on state highways and other roadways, redirecting traffic for workers or survey crews. You may work independently or as part of a traffic control crew. The role involves establishing and maintaining safe work zones with appropriate equipment, setting up and taking down lane closures, managing traffic with stop/slow paddles, and collaborating with team members to protect everyone at the site. You will provide service and protection to clients and receive ongoing training and support, with opportunities to advance from an entry-level position into longer-term career roles.

Requirements

Be able to handle the physical demands of the position, including lifting or carrying objects up to 50 pounds.
Stand for long periods and perform strenuous physical labor under adverse field conditions.
Lift, push, pull, or carry objects.
Have good manual dexterity and multi-limb coordination.
Work in conditions that may include fumes or airborne particles, high noise levels, inclement weather, heat, cold, humidity, dust, and asphalt.

Responsibilities

Establish and maintain safe work zones using the proper equipment.
Set up and take down lane closures to ensure the safety of assigned traffic control projects.
Collaborate with team members to ensure the safety of all.
Manage traffic flow using stop/slow paddles.
Deliver service and protection to clients.
Perform lane closures on state highways and other roadways, redirecting traffic for workers or survey crews.

Benefits

$1,000 signing bonus for experienced hires after 30 days in role, subject to no discipline or attendance issues.
Referral bonus of $750 total, paid as $250 at 90 days and $500 at 120 days.
Competitive hourly pay starting at $18, based on experience, with a guaranteed pay increase within the first year.
Paid on-the-job training, including ATSSA certification and defensive driving.
Ongoing professional development.
Recognition and referral incentives.
Medical plans, including three plan options.
Dental plans, including two plan options.
Vision benefits.
Legal and Identity Shield benefits.
Accident insurance.
Critical Illness insurance.
Short-term disability insurance.
Long-term disability insurance.
Company-paid $50,000 basic life insurance.
Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts.
401(k).
Paid Time Off.
Overtime opportunities.
Benefits eligibility begins on the first day of the month following 30 days of employment.