Traffic Control Person - Unionized

Are you a hard-working individual looking to make our streets safer? Are you passionate about providing Peace of Mind? Are you looking to be a part of a growing team and company? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for a Traffic Control Person in our Flagging department!

Beacon Lite is one of the top providers of traffic control equipment and services. We are a fast-paced, growing business, with over 50 years of traffic control experience. Locally, we have operations in Ottawa, Gatineau, Kingston, and Sudbury with over 250 employees between our 4 locations.

Beacon Lite has merged with the Universal Group, an industry leader who was recognized as one of Canada’s best-managed companies in 2024,  in Traffic Control Personnel, Traffic Management Planning, Traffic supplies, Occupational Health and Safety Training, Landscaping, and Staffing services. We offer an entrepreneurial environment with opportunities for job advancement and continued education.

Position Overview:

As a Traffic Control Person, you play an important role in ensuring traffic control management is completed according to applicable regulations, and to ensure everybody on or crossing a job site can do so safely.

What you will be responsible for:

• Perform basic traffic control set-ups and tear downs while adhering to the MTO Book 7 requirements to ensure safety of all stakeholders impacted by the site (crew members, motorists, pedestrians, etc.)


• Protect your peers, construction workers, the motoring public, cyclists & pedestrians by regulating traffic flow


• Stop traffic whenever required by the progress of work or keep traffic moving at reduced speeds to avoid tie-ups and delays


• Maintain safety awareness at all times and work in compliance with applicable health & safety regulations and policies

What you get from us:

• Extended Medical, Vision, and Dental benefits with the Union


• Pension Plan 


• 10% Vacation Pay


• Wellness Program/EAP & Corporate Discounts


• Work boot allowance upon completion of probationary period


• Paid training and a comprehensive on-boarding program


• Access to a growing organization with lots of advancement opportunities


• An amazing culture where you will feel supported and recognized for your work
  

What we need from you:

• Must be available to work Monday - Friday between the hours of 6am - 6pm (Required)


• G class driver’s license with a clean driver’s abstract (Required)
  


• Ability to lift regularly up to 60 pounds, stand for extended periods, and work in various inclement weather conditions (Required)


• Have strong verbal and written English communication skills (Required)


• Vision and hearing abilities that allow to perform all work requirements safely (Required)


• Previous experience in flagging (Asset)


• You will be required to provide your own CSA Grade 1 (green label) work boots with a minimum 6-inch cuff and electrical shock resistance (white label with omega symbol)


• Grace under pressure - Able to calmly troubleshoot issues and collaborate with a diverse group of people


• Tech savvy - Must have a smartphone that you're comfortable using for work purposes with ability to learn new systems/apps


• Collaborates - Comfortable working in a team environment
  


• Awareness of surroundings - Monitor traffic, construction equipment, and workers for safety purposes

Why Universal Group?

The Universal Group is driven by our purpose to provide Peace of Mind to both our clients and team members. Our people embrace our core values of being ‘Passionate, Authentic, and Driven’ in everything we do and in every decision we make every day. They are the fabric of who we are and, without question, the reason for our success and continued growth.

The safety of our team members and the public is what drives us every day.

The Universal Group is an industry leader in traffic control services, traffic management planning, traffic equipment supply, landscaping, temporary labour and occupational health and safety training. We are a one-stop shop, as our full suite of services ensures that we can manage projects from conception to completion.

For more information about the company, please visit our Indeed Profile! 

Our Commitment to Diversity

The Universal Group is an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. 

We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, colour, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic.

Apply today; we can’t wait to hear from you. Come grow with us!

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