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Traffic Worker – Labourer II, Traffic Operations Jobs in Edmonton at City of Edmonton
Job Number: 49313
At the City of Edmonton – Parks & Roads Services, the long-term success of serving our citizens is implemented by the actions of exceptional leaders who exemplify our Cultural Commitments of being Safe, Helpful, Accountable, Integrated and Excellent. As a leader in our branch, your role will be to inspire and cultivate our vision and cultural commitments while championing continuous improvement in your area of responsibility.
Traffic Field Operations manufactures, installs and maintains all traffic control signs and pavement markings, and provides temporary traffic control and detour set-up for emergencies, construction and special events on City-wide road right of way. Reporting to the Crew Leader of Traffic Field Operations, the Traffic Worker is responsible for the safe and efficient manufacturing, installation and maintenance of permanent and temporary traffic control material, and the general maintenance of facilities and yards.
This position is responsible to ensure that all the operational standards, procedures and requirements are met, and some key tasks will be to:
Manufacture, install and maintain permanent and temporary traffic control devices and pavement markings
Measure and pre-mark sites for traffic control installation
General maintenance of facilities and yards, including cleaning, organizing and performing minor repairs
Advise Team Leader and Crew Leader on major problems and/or delays that may affect productivity goals
Communicate and interact with citizens, other employees and internal/external stakeholders
Read and interpret plans, follow directions, manufacture, install and maintain materials as per plans, instructions and/or manuals
Operate hand tools, such as drills, wrenches, hammers, power tools etc.
Handle traffic control material, such as barricades, pipe, signs, paint etc.
Operate equipment, including but not limited to crosswalk machines, forklifts, trucks, trailers and overhead hoists
Set up and tear down work sites, and prepare all required vehicles, supplies, materials, equipment, tools, safety/protective equipment and other items required to complete assigned work
Ensure work is completed safely and responsibly, and in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
Actively contribute to a safe work environment
Perform related work as required
Qualifications:
Completion of Grade 10; Grade 12 or GED is an asset
1 year of experience in manufacturing, installation and maintenance of permanent and temporary traffic control material
Knowledge of standard methods, materials, tools and equipment used in the construction and maintenance of specific work assignments
Knowledge of safety precautions and hazards involved in the assigned work
Ability to perform manual labour for extended periods of time under various weather and environmental conditions
Ability to use the necessary hand and power tools for work assignments
Ability to understand and execute verbal and written instructions
Ability to maintain simple records
Physically ability and manual dexterity to perform the work of the position
Ability to communicate effectively with citizens, team, and internal/external stakeholders
Ability to work independently and as a member of a productive and efficient team
Ability to adapt to change and modify priorities to overcome obstacles
Compliance with the City of Edmonton’s Code of Practice for Respiratory Protective Equipment, including medical monitoring is a requirement for this position. Applicants may be fit tested to wear particulate respirator through scheduled work hours
Valid Alberta Class 5 driver’s licence (or provincial equivalent). Obtaining and maintaining a City Driver’s permit is a requirement of this position
Demonstrate alignment with the Cultural Commitments of Safe, Helpful, Accountable, Integrated and Excellent, fostering an environment for others to do the same. For more information on the City’s Cultural Commitments, please visit edmonton.ca/our-culture
Demonstrate the foundational competencies, key behaviours and attributes of the City’s six leadership competencies: Courage, Inclusivity, Values-Based Influencer, Collaborative Networker, Systems Thinker and Creative Innovator. For more information on the City’s leadership competencies, please visit edmonton.ca/our-culture
Applicants may be tested
Successful candidates may be eligible for recall in the 2025 season
The City of Edmonton is committed to inclusive, respectful and equitable workplaces that represent the communities we serve. We continuously improve our systems, policies and practices to remove barriers and ensure our employees, in all their diversity, can succeed. We value applicants with a diverse range of skills, experiences and competencies, and encourage you to apply. To learn more, see the Art of Inclusion: Our Diversity and Inclusion Framework here: https://bit.ly/3hd2d95.
The City of Edmonton strives to provide reasonable access and accommodations throughout the application and selection process. If you would like to request an accommodation at any stage of the process, please contact [email protected]
Up to 38 temporary full-time position for up to 9 months
Hours of Work: 40 hours per week. Rotating shifts to provide 24 hour coverage, including evening, night work and weekend work, will be required.
Salary Range: $23.504 – $31.302 (Hourly)
Talent Acquisition Consultant: AW/SG
Classification Title: Labourer II
Posting Date: Mar 26, 2024
Closing Date: Apr 9, 2024 11:59:00 PM (MDT)
Number of Openings (up to): 38 – Temporary Full-time
Union : CUPE Local 30
Department: Parks and Roads Services
Work Location(s): Kennedale Traffic Field Operations, 13020 – 56 St Edmonton T5A 1B7
Title: Traffic Worker – Labourer II, Traffic Operations
Company: City of Edmonton
Location: Edmonton
