Winter Traffic Control

Winter Traffic Control Personnel (Flagger)

Casual

Public Works Department

Posted September 10, 2024

The City of Fernie is inviting applications for the position of Winter Traffic Control Personnel, Casual. Employment for this position will be on a casual basis, with no guarantee of hours, and will be part of CUPE Local 2093. This position is posted internally and externally, concurrently.

Reporting to the Manager of Public Works or their delegate, Traffic Control Personnel are responsible the safe passage of vehicles and pedestrians through or around active work zones. The position requires a self-motivated team player with high internal drive. Tasks generally include creating a Traffic control plan along with setting up and removing traffic control devices with limited supervision. Public relations and interpersonal skills are essential to work with the public. The position is physically demanding and labor intensive with the requirement to work shift work. 

• Provide clear and concise signals to approaching traffic to allow for safe vehicle passage around the work area.
• Set up and removal of traffic control devices.
• Operates various light duty trucks.
• Completes daily inspections, performs minor maintenance (such as fuelling) city equipment used in accordance with procedure and policy.
  • Development of Traffic control plans
  • Efficiently and accurately completes paperwork, logs, records, collects, and reviews data.
  • Works in accordance with the City of Fernie’s Safety Management System
  • Other related duties as assigned.

 Minimum Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• A valid Class 5 BC Driver’s License
• N print Driver’s Abstract
• Valid BC TCP Certification
• Previous traffic control experience.
• Basic computer skills with ability to use smart phones and tablets.

 Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Effective time management skills with ability to take initiative under limited supervision.
• Knowledgeable and in compliance with current WorksafeBC TCP regulations.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team with adaptability.
• Critical thinking skills with an ability to proactively troubleshoot.
• Strong documentation skills

• Effective communication skills; both verbal and written.
• Experience working around heavy construction equipment.

• Leadership, decision making, troubleshooting skills and initiative.

Physical Demands

• Bending, climbing, twisting the body
• Making repetitive motions
• Handling material manually, with heavy manual labour
• Sitting
• Standing

Environmental Conditions

• Extreme temperatures; outside, exposure to all weather including sun, snow, rain, ice.
• Standard and specialized safety equipment
•  Hazardous equipment

The above description reflects the general details considered necessary to describe the principal functions and duties as required for proper evaluation of the job and will not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the job. Employees may perform other related duties and tasks as required to meet the needs of the operation.

Employment for this position will be Causal basis, with no guarantee of hours. This is a seasonal, unbenefited position. The rate of pay is $35.26/hour. This is a unionized position and will be a part of CUPE 2093 local. This position is required to work shift work.

JOB POSTING: https://fernie.civicweb.net/document/176674

This position is posted internally and externally concurrently. Detailed applications containing resume and cover letter should be and be addressed to Brad Bjarnason careers@fernie.ca and received by:

Internal applicants:    12:00 PM September 17, 2024.

External applicants:   12:00 PM September 30, 2024.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those considered for an interview will be contacted.

Brad Bjarnason, Assistant Manager of Public Works

Email:  careers@fernie.ca

The City of Fernie strives to ensure that its employment practices are free from direct and indirect discrimination and is committed to upholding the human rights of those participating in the hiring process. In pursuit of this commitment, City of Fernie will not condone or tolerate any acts of discrimination or harassment under any of the grounds protected under human rights legislation. This commitment extends to the hiring process and throughout the course of employment.

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