Traffic Control Person (East Hants & HRM)

Job summary

The Traffic Control Person is responsible for managing the safe passage of vehicles, pedestrians, and cyclists through construction work areas. They must also assist with the placement of signs, barricades, and traffic cones while communicating effectively with the site team.

Job details

Frontline Traffic Services is a well-established traffic control company proudly servicing construction contractors across Atlantic Canada. With operations in Nova Scotia and New Brunswick, we've built our reputation on safety, reliability, and customer service and have grown to be one of the largest traffic control companies in the region. Our success is driven by our people, and we strive daily to provide our employees with an enjoyable workplace while delivering the highest level of service to our customers. We’re looking for reliable and hardworking people to join our team as Traffic Control Person(s) (TCPs). In this exciting role, you would be responsible for managing traffic through construction sites. If you enjoy being outside, working on your feet & have an interest in getting a foot in the door with construction, this is a fantastic opportunity for you! No experience required, and we provide all necessary safety training at our office in Dartmouth. We offer: Competitive wages starting at $17.50/hour Traffic Control Person (TCP) certification training. Transportation to and from work provided (some exceptions may apply). Opportunity for advancement within a few months of working with us. Respectful and friendly management team that will help you succeed. Most PPE will be supplied by the company. Duties & Responsibilities: Assist with placing signs, barricades, and traffic cones in work areas. Communicate with other TCPs in the workplace to regulate traffic safely. Responsible for the safe passage of vehicles, pedestrians, and cyclists through work areas. Adapt traffic control setups to support moving paving operations. Communicate any incidents or hazards to the Site Supervisor. Follow instructions given by Site Foreman, Site Supervisor, and Management. Perform other duties as assigned. Requirements: Reliable and punctual. Must be able to interpret both written and verbal instructions. Great communication skills and willing to work in a team environment. Able to work outside in all weather conditions, often working long days. Comfortable working near vehicle traffic and heavy equipment on construction sites. Required ability to lift up to 30 lbs and standing for long periods of time. Valid TCP Certification an asset. Valid Class 5 License an asset. We would like to thank all of those that apply; however only those selected for an interview will be notified.

What you’ll do

The Traffic Control Person is responsible for managing the safe passage of vehicles, pedestrians, and cyclists through construction work areas. They must also assist with the placement of signs, barricades, and traffic cones while communicating effectively with the site team.

Requirements

Candidates must be reliable, punctual, and capable of working outdoors in various weather conditions for long hours. The role requires the ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 30 lbs, with a valid TCP certification and Class 5 license considered assets.

Benefits

• Traffic Control Person certification training • Transportation to and from work • Opportunity for advancement • Personal Protective Equipment provided

Listed skills

• Teamwork · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Traffic control
• Communication
• Teamwork
• Safety compliance
• Site maintenance
• Punctuality
• Physical stamina
• Lifting Ability
• Paving
• Management
• Customer Service
• Heavy Equipment
• Operations
• Safety Training
• Traffic Control
• Transmission Control Protocol (TCP)

Job areas

• Construction
• Trades
• Security & Safety
• Transportation
• Traffic Control Specialist
• Transportation Maintenance Worker
• Civil Engineering Labourers
• Highway Maintenance Workers