Flagger - Casual Position
About the role
ABOUT US
Barricades and Signs is the industry leader for all traffic safety needs in Western Canada. Since 2004, Barricades and Signs has experienced steady growth and can support small scale projects to large scale infrastructure needs. We offer a full range of roadside safety products and onsite traffic services to our customers. We are thrilled to be a part of the larger Universal Group and have grown to the largest traffic solution provider in the country.
POSITION OVERVIEW
As a member of our operations team, the Traffic Control Person (Flagger) ensures the safety and flow of traffic in work zones. They are responsible for setting up traffic control zones, adjusting work zone equipment, and responding to emergencies and hazards. Their role is vital for the company as it safeguards the safety of workers, the public, and our employees. They also play a critical role in upholding quality, delivery, safety, and responsiveness requirements, ensuring that the company's operations run smoothly and without incidents
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Gives traffic control directions and signals clearly and precisely so that motorists understand their meaning.
- Effectively conducts traffic control at worksites within the abilities and experience of the training provided to protect workers, the public, and our employees.
- Ensures traffic control capabilities meet or exceed requirements for quality, delivery, safety, and responsiveness.
- Attends health and safety toolbox/tailgate meetings as required to discuss matters related to the worksite and work to conduct.
- Effective communication skills with the ability to de-escalate public frustrations.
- Assists with the setup and tear down of the signs, delineation of equipment, and traffic control procedures, along with other related duties, as required.
- Understand the demands of provincial and local regulations related to traffic control.
- Maintain professional and technical knowledge.
- Be readily available to work a variety of hours including nights, weekends, holidays and early mornings.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Construction experience preferred
- Ability to work flexible schedules
- Ability to communicate with project team members to ensure tasks are executed in a timely manner
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Valid provincial drivers license and clean drivers abstract
- Ability to pass pre-employment drug & alcohol testing
Barricades and Signs is an equal opportunity employer and employs without regard to age, ancestry, colour, race, citizenship, ethnic origin, place of origin, creed, disability, family status, marital status, or gender identity.
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About Barricades and Signs
In 2004 our company, then called Barricade Illumination Service, changed ownership to become BARRICADES AND SIGNS, LTD. Since that time we have experienced massive success and growth, while maintaining the same great service and low prices.
Our commitment to customer-driven products and services is responsible for the growth we are experiencing, and therefore has allowed us to further expand, and provide more of the best products in the industry at very competitive prices and, as always, with exceptional service. You can count on us, and our "what YOU need, when YOU need it" attitude, to provide the right advice and innovative products.
We know the demands on you and your business in todays economy, and hope that you will make Barricades and Signs, Ltd. a part of your team to improve your business, and also your bottom line on the road and at the job site. Thank you for your business, we look forward to serving you.
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Flagger - Casual Position
About the role
ABOUT US
Barricades and Signs is the industry leader for all traffic safety needs in Western Canada. Since 2004, Barricades and Signs has experienced steady growth and can support small scale projects to large scale infrastructure needs. We offer a full range of roadside safety products and onsite traffic services to our customers. We are thrilled to be a part of the larger Universal Group and have grown to the largest traffic solution provider in the country.
POSITION OVERVIEW
As a member of our operations team, the Traffic Control Person (Flagger) ensures the safety and flow of traffic in work zones. They are responsible for setting up traffic control zones, adjusting work zone equipment, and responding to emergencies and hazards. Their role is vital for the company as it safeguards the safety of workers, the public, and our employees. They also play a critical role in upholding quality, delivery, safety, and responsiveness requirements, ensuring that the company's operations run smoothly and without incidents
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Gives traffic control directions and signals clearly and precisely so that motorists understand their meaning.
- Effectively conducts traffic control at worksites within the abilities and experience of the training provided to protect workers, the public, and our employees.
- Ensures traffic control capabilities meet or exceed requirements for quality, delivery, safety, and responsiveness.
- Attends health and safety toolbox/tailgate meetings as required to discuss matters related to the worksite and work to conduct.
- Effective communication skills with the ability to de-escalate public frustrations.
- Assists with the setup and tear down of the signs, delineation of equipment, and traffic control procedures, along with other related duties, as required.
- Understand the demands of provincial and local regulations related to traffic control.
- Maintain professional and technical knowledge.
- Be readily available to work a variety of hours including nights, weekends, holidays and early mornings.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Construction experience preferred
- Ability to work flexible schedules
- Ability to communicate with project team members to ensure tasks are executed in a timely manner
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Valid provincial drivers license and clean drivers abstract
- Ability to pass pre-employment drug & alcohol testing
Barricades and Signs is an equal opportunity employer and employs without regard to age, ancestry, colour, race, citizenship, ethnic origin, place of origin, creed, disability, family status, marital status, or gender identity.
Not the right fit? Search for Flagger jobs in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
About Barricades and Signs
In 2004 our company, then called Barricade Illumination Service, changed ownership to become BARRICADES AND SIGNS, LTD. Since that time we have experienced massive success and growth, while maintaining the same great service and low prices.
Our commitment to customer-driven products and services is responsible for the growth we are experiencing, and therefore has allowed us to further expand, and provide more of the best products in the industry at very competitive prices and, as always, with exceptional service. You can count on us, and our "what YOU need, when YOU need it" attitude, to provide the right advice and innovative products.
We know the demands on you and your business in todays economy, and hope that you will make Barricades and Signs, Ltd. a part of your team to improve your business, and also your bottom line on the road and at the job site. Thank you for your business, we look forward to serving you.