Lane Closure Specialist

divh2Lane Closure Specialist/h2pStay 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 Americas Traffic Control Leader, representing nearly every major public utility: electric, gas, and telecommunications. The companys 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. Americas roads and work zone professionals need and deserve AWP Safety protection./ph3Job Description/h3pAs 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./pulliEstablishing and maintaining safe work zones using the proper equipment/liliEnsuring the safety of assigned traffic control projects by setting up and taking down lane closures/liliCollaborating with team members to ensure the safety of all./liliManaging traffic flow effectively with stop/slow paddles./liliDelivering exceptional service and protection to our clients./liliBenefiting from continuous training and support to advance from an entry-level position to long-term career opportunities./li/ulh3Qualifications/h3pEmployee 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./ph3Additional Information/h3pWhat We Offer:/pulliCompetitive Hourly Pay: Starting at $16.00/hour, based on experience, guaranteed pay increase within the first year./liliRapid Advancement: Potential opportunities to progress to Lead Protector, Field Supervisor, or Manager roles/liliComprehensive Training: Paid, on-the-job training including ATSSA certification and defensive driving, with ongoing professional development/liliRecognition and Rewards: Competitive referral incentives and recognition for your dedication and hard work/liliBenefits: Eligible 1st of the month following 30 days of employment/liliAll 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/liliCompany paid 50K in basic life insurance/liliHealth Savings and Flex Spending Accounts Available/lili401(K)/liliPaid Time Off/liliOvertime opportunities/li/ulpAWP 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./ppAWP 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./p/div