Operations · Gloucester, Canada
Are you a hard-working and driven individual looking to make our streets safer?
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 locations in Ottawa, Gatineau, Kingston and Sudbury with over 300 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 2023, 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. We have an exciting opportunity in our Municipal Department!
As a Municipal Traffic Technician, you 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 our clients to ensure that set-ups meet their needs.
What you will be responsible for:
Interpret traffic management plans to determine correct placement of required signage and channeling devices
Perform multiple traffic control set-ups ensuring that they meet traffic plan requirements and the safety of all stakeholders impacted by the site (crew members, motorists, pedestrians, etc.)
Work with our clients in collaborative manner to uncover issues with site set-up and resolve problems
Complete teardown of sites once work has been completed
Maintain a safety awareness and work in compliance with applicable health and safety regulations and policies
Delivery and pick up of traffic control equipment in Company Vehicle
What you get from us:
Extended Medical, Vision, and Dental benefits with the union
10% Vacation pay
Pension paid hourly
Paid training and a comprehensive three-day onboarding
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:
No experience needed! We will train you!
Must have a valid G driver’s license and a clean driving record as well as your own personal vehicle to drive to and from the yard
Previous experience hauling loads and / or commercial delivery experience is an asset.
Able to calmly troubleshoot issues and collaborate with a diverse group of people
Ability to use a smartphone and enter data using computerized mobile devices
Comfortable working with minimal supervision
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)
Work is available between 3pm to 5am from Sunday to Thursday
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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