Traffic Control Technician - Unionized

The Universal Group•Toronto, ON

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Beacon Lite has merged with the Universal Group, an industry leader recognized as one of Canada’s best-managed companies. The Universal Group offers services in Traffic Control Personnel, Traffic Management Planning, Traffic supplies, Occupational Health and Safety Training, Landscaping, and Staffing services. They provide an entrepreneurial environment with opportunities for job advancement and continued education. As a Municipal Traffic Technician, you will play an important role in ensuring that traffic control set-ups are completed according to the traffic management plan and applicable regulations. You will also work with clients to ensure that set-ups meet their needs. This role requires covering a large area of operations and may involve driving all over the GTA.

Requirements

Valid G class driver’s license and a clean driver's abstract
Must be available to work Monday - Friday between 6am - 6pm with the potential to work some evenings and weekends
Strong verbal and written English communication skills
Vision and hearing abilities that allow to perform all work requirements safely
Must provide own CSA Grade 1 (green label) work boots with a minimum 6 inch cuff and electrical shock resistance (white label with omega symbol)
Comfortable using a smartphone for work purposes with ability to learn new systems/apps
Comfortable working in a team environment
Monitor traffic, construction equipment, and workers for safety purposes

Nice To Haves

Minimum 1 year of experience in Construction or Traffic Control
Experience driving trucks/towing a trailer
Experience doing highway lane closures
Valid DZ driver’s license
Good communication skills to be able to give motorists & pedestrians simple directions, explain hazards, and answer questions
Able to calmly troubleshoot issues and collaborate with a diverse group of people

Responsibilities

Perform traffic control set-ups in accordance with MTO Book 7 requirements and approved traffic management plans to ensure the safety of all stakeholders impacted by the worksite, including crew members, motorists, pedestrians, and cyclists.
Interpret traffic management plans to determine proper placement of signage, barrels, arrow boards, and other channeling devices.
Assist in installing advance warning signs, barrels, and other traffic control equipment on highways and roadways.
Tow an Arrow Board trailer and strategically position the Arrow Board at the beginning of the work zone in accordance with traffic management requirements.
Drive behind road crews while towing an Arrow Board truck or trailer to alert motorists of workers operating within live traffic lanes.
Regulate traffic flow to protect co-workers, construction personnel, motorists, cyclists, and pedestrians.
Stop and direct traffic as required by worksite activities or to maintain safe and efficient traffic flow while minimizing delays and congestion.
Perform regular inspections of traffic control equipment and adjust or reposition equipment that has shifted, fallen, or no longer meets required standards.
Complete teardown and removal of traffic control sites once work has been completed.
Perform pre-trip inspections on Company vehicles and towing equipment to ensure safe operation and compliance with applicable requirements.
Ensure traffic control equipment and vehicles are maintained in a clean, safe, and operational condition.
Work collaboratively with clients and internal teams to identify and resolve traffic control and site set-up issues in a timely and professional manner.
Participate in safety discussions and site coordination meetings with clients and stakeholders as required.
Maintain strong safety awareness at all times while performing duties.
Complete safety hazard assessments, reports, and related documentation as required.
Work in compliance with applicable health and safety legislation, company policies, procedures, and safe work practices.