Are you a hardworking and growth oriented individual looking for a career in Traffic Control?

The Universal Group, recognized as one of Canada's Best Managed companies in 2026 , has exciting opportunities in our Traffic Control team. As a Traffic Control Person (TCP), you will ensure the safety and flow of traffic in work zones. You will be responsible for setting up traffic control zones, adjusting work zone equipment, and responding to emergencies and hazards. You will also play a critical role in upholding quality, delivery, safety, and responsiveness requirements, ensuring that the company's operations run smoothly and without incidents.

What you will be responsible for:

Traffic Control Setup Set up traffic control zones and adjusts work zone equipment. Gives traffic control directions and signals clearly and precisely so that motorists understand their meaning.

Safety and Compliance Effectively conducts traffic control at worksites within the abilities and experience of the training provided to protect workers, the public, and our employees. Attends health and safety toolbox/tailgate meetings as required to discuss matters related to the worksite and work to conduct. Participates in accident/incident investigations as necessary to ensure compliance with investigative policies and procedures. Completed required documentation for due diligence and compliance with acts, regulations, standards, guidelines, policies, and procedures.

Reporting and Communication Effective communication skills with the ability to de-escalate public frustrations. Reports to dispatch manager or health and safety advisor any health and safety matters, noncompliance issues, or conflicts with any employee or direction from the contractor.

Safety Gear and Equipment Wear all required personal protective equipment (PPE) required by WorkSafeBC regulations and any additional, site-specific PPE as required by contractors.

Certification and Training Ensures the BC Traffic Control Person (TCP) certificate is maintained to be current and valid at all times.

What you get from us: TCP's and LCT's with previous experience are eligible for a sign-on bonus! (Terms & Conditions Apply) Extended Medical, Vision, and Dental benefits after probationary period Referral bonus up to $400 - work with your friends! Paid training and a comprehensive first week of onboarding Access to a growing organization with lots of advancement opportunities Excellent total compensation package and vacation pay paid out on every cheque

What we need from you: Valid BC TCP Certification issues by a regulatory body. Effective communication and de-escalation skills. Ensuring compliance with quality, safety, and responsiveness standards. Ensures accountability - Holding self and others to accountable to meet commitments. Collaborates - Builds partnerships and works collaboratively with others to meet shard objectives. Values Differences - Recognizes the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization.

Where/When you will be working: Dispatchable region across Vancouver Island. Available for a minimum of 3 consistent weekday (M-F). Occasional weekend work available. Working outdoors in all elements and weather.

The recruitment process for this role typically lasts 1 week and includes a phone screen, behavioral assessment and a virtual interview.

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 drives us daily.

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!

SIGNING BONUS

We offer a signing bonus for all experienced TCP's!

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