Flagger - Casual Position

Job summary

The Traffic Control Person is responsible for managing traffic flow and ensuring safety in work zones by using clear signals and setting up necessary equipment. They must also communicate effectively with the public and project teams while adhering to provincial and local safety regulations.

Job details

ABOUT US Barricades and Signs is the industry leader for all traffic safety needs in Western Canada. Since 2004, Barricades and Signs has experienced steady growth and can support small scale projects to large scale infrastructure needs. We offer a full range of roadside safety products and onsite traffic services to our customers. We are thrilled to be a part of the larger Universal Group and have grown to the largest traffic solution provider in the country. POSITION OVERVIEW As a member of our operations team, the Traffic Control Person (Flagger) ensures the safety and flow of traffic in work zones. They are responsible for setting up traffic control zones, adjusting work zone equipment, and responding to emergencies and hazards. Their role is vital for the company as it safeguards the safety of workers, the public, and our employees. They also play a critical role in upholding quality, delivery, safety, and responsiveness requirements, ensuring that the company's operations run smoothly and without incidents KEY RESPONSIBILITIES * Gives traffic control directions and signals clearly and precisely so that motorists understand their meaning. * Effectively conducts traffic control at worksites within the abilities and experience of the training provided to protect workers, the public, and our employees. * Ensures traffic control capabilities meet or exceed requirements for quality, delivery, safety, and responsiveness. * Attends health and safety toolbox/tailgate meetings as required to discuss matters related to the worksite and work to conduct. * Effective communication skills with the ability to de-escalate public frustrations. * Assists with the setup and tear down of the signs, delineation of equipment, and traffic control procedures, along with other related duties, as required. * Understand the demands of provincial and local regulations related to traffic control. * Maintain professional and technical knowledge. * Be readily available to work a variety of hours including nights, weekends, holidays and early mornings. QUALIFICATIONS * Construction experience preferred * Ability to work flexible schedules * Ability to communicate with project team members to ensure tasks are executed in a timely manner * Strong written and verbal communication skills * Valid provincial drivers license and clean drivers abstract * Ability to pass pre-employment drug & alcohol testing Barricades and Signs is an equal opportunity employer and employs without regard to age, ancestry, colour, race, citizenship, ethnic origin, place of origin, creed, disability, family status, marital status, or gender identity.

What you’ll do

The Traffic Control Person is responsible for managing traffic flow and ensuring safety in work zones by using clear signals and setting up necessary equipment. They must also communicate effectively with the public and project teams while adhering to provincial and local safety regulations.

Requirements

Candidates should have a valid provincial driver's license with a clean abstract and the ability to pass pre-employment drug and alcohol testing. Previous construction experience is preferred, along with the ability to work a flexible schedule including nights and weekends.

Listed skills

• Safety Compliance · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Traffic control
• Signage setup
• Communication
• De-escalation
• Safety compliance
• Traffic signaling
• Hazard response
• Equipment maintenance
• Operations
• Effective Communication
• Valid Driver's License
• Verbal Communication Skills
• Traffic Control

Job areas

• Construction
• Security & Safety
• Transportation
• Trades
• Flagger
• Transportation Maintenance Worker
• Civil Engineering Labourers
• Highway Maintenance Workers