Lane Closure Specialist — Safety & Traffic Control

AWP Safety; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing bonus

Referral bonus

Competitive pay

Rapid advancement

Training & development

Recognition program

Health insurance options

Life insurance

Health savings account

401(k)

Paid time off

Overtime opportunities

Job summary

AWP Safety is hiring a Lane Closure Specialist to perform lane closures on state highways and roadways, redirecting traffic for workers or survey crews. You will work independently or as part of a traffic control crew, establishing safe work zones with proper equipment and procedures.

Responsibilities include coordinating with teammates, managing traffic flow with stop/slow paddles, and delivering protective services to clients.

Qualifications

• Physical stamina to work long shifts outdoors in varying conditions.
• Ability to work overtime and irregular hours.
• Commitment to safety and proper traffic control procedures.
• Coordination and awareness for multi-limb tasks and teamwork.
• Dexterity to handle signs, equipment, and traffic devices.

Responsibilities

• Perform lane closures on state highways and roadways.
• Redirect traffic for workers or survey crews.
• Work independently or as part of a traffic control crew.
• Set up and take down lane closures to maintain safe work zones.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure safety of all.
• Manage traffic flow using stop/slow paddles.
• Deliver service and protection to clients.

Skills

Physical stamina

Overtime flexibility

Team collaboration

Safety awareness

Manual dexterity

Tools

ATSSA certification

Job description

AWP Safety is hiring a Lane Closure Specialist to perform lane closures on state highways and roadways, redirecting traffic for workers or survey crews. You will work independently or as part of a traffic control crew, establishing safe work zones with proper equipment and procedures.

Responsibilities include coordinating with teammates, managing traffic flow with stop/slow paddles, and delivering protective services to clients.