Since 1974, Carmacks Enterprises Ltd. has grown from a small municipal road contractor, to a multi-faceted general civil construction service and highway maintenance organization. Operating throughout Western Canada, Carmacks Enterprises is an industry leader in handling all aspects of heavy civil construction.
What is the role?
Guide the flow of progress. Join us as a Traffic Accommodation Person, where your role is crucial to maintaining safe and organized traffic around construction sites. If you prioritize safety and effective traffic management, this position is perfect for you. The Traffic Accommodation Person will report to the Highways Base Superintendent and will be responsible to install and maintain traffic control devices to provide safe passage for motorists through the work zone. Safeguard the workers by separating the traffic from the area of work. Other responsibilities are:
- Provide and accommodate the least obstructed roadway for the motoring public
- Set up, reposition, and dismantle traffic control signage i.e., barricades, pylons, signage, and digital message boards
- Remove or cover all traffic control signage at end of day or when traffic control is suspended
- Arrange for the rental and return of required signs
- Check and document all construction sites
- Back-up coverage for Flagging person as required
- Other duties as assigned
What do we value?
- Valid Class 5 Driver’s License and able to provide an updated 5-year Commercial Abstract
- Minimum 2 years of Traffic Accommodation experience preferably on Highways
- Flagger Ticket Training Certification is an asset
- Ability to work as a team member, ensuring the health and safety of crew members and the public
- Ability to verbally communicate clearly and effectively
- Ability to giving precise traffic control signals and directions to prevent any miscommunications
- Ability to work under pressure while maintaining a professional demeanor
- Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions
What's in it for you?
- Competitive compensation package
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Annual boot allowance
- Matching RRSP
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Employee assistance program
- Maternity top-up program
- Second parent leave program
- Free On-site parking
- Growth Opportunities
- Company events
Carmacks is proud to be an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, age, disability or veteran status. Carmacks believes in building better, together.
Please visit us on the web at www.carmacks.com to learn more about Carmacks.
Job Types: Full-time, Seasonal
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 12 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Monday to Friday
- Morning shift
- Night shift
- Overtime
- Weekends as needed
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Wetaskiwin, AB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Application question(s):
- What is your hourly wage expectation?
Experience:
- traffic accommodation preferably on highways: 2 years (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Class 5 Driver's license (preferred)
Willingness to travel:
- 75% (preferred)
Work Location: In person