Traffic Control Technician - Unionized

Are you a hard-working and driven individual looking to make our roads safer? Are you passionate about providing Peace of Mind? Are you looking to be a part of a growing team and company? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for a Traffic Control Technician In GTA!

Beacon Lite has merged with the Universal Group, an industry leader that was recognized as one of Canada’s best-managed companies in 2025, in Traffic Control Personnel, Traffic Management Planning, Traffic supplies, Occupational Health and Safety Training, Landscaping, and Staffing services. We offer an entrepreneurial environment with opportunities for job advancement and continued education. We have an exciting opportunity in our Municipal Department! As a Municipal Traffic Technician, you play an important role in ensuring that traffic control set-ups are completed according to the traffic management plan and applicable regulations. You will also work with our clients to ensure that set-ups meet their needs.

Please note that you will be extended to cover a large area of operations and might be requested to drive all over GTA.

What you will be responsible for:

Traffic Control Operations

• Perform traffic control set-ups in accordance with MTO Book 7 requirements and approved traffic management plans to ensure the safety of all stakeholders impacted by the worksite, including crew members, motorists, pedestrians, and cyclists.
• Interpret traffic management plans to determine proper placement of signage, barrels, arrow boards, and other channeling devices.
• Assist in installing advance warning signs, barrels, and other traffic control equipment on highways and roadways.
• Tow an Arrow Board trailer and strategically position the Arrow Board at the beginning of the work zone in accordance with traffic management requirements.
• Drive behind road crews while towing an Arrow Board truck or trailer to alert motorists of workers operating within live traffic lanes.
• Regulate traffic flow to protect co-workers, construction personnel, motorists, cyclists, and pedestrians.
• Stop and direct traffic as required by worksite activities or to maintain safe and efficient traffic flow while minimizing delays and congestion.
• Perform regular inspections of traffic control equipment and adjust or reposition equipment that has shifted, fallen, or no longer meets required standards.
• Complete teardown and removal of traffic control sites once work has been completed.

Vehicle & Equipment Responsibilities

• Perform pre-trip inspections on Company vehicles and towing equipment to ensure safe operation and compliance with applicable requirements.
• Ensure traffic control equipment and vehicles are maintained in a clean, safe, and operational condition.

Client & Stakeholder Coordination

• Work collaboratively with clients and internal teams to identify and resolve traffic control and site set-up issues in a timely and professional manner.
• Participate in safety discussions and site coordination meetings with clients and stakeholders as required.

Health & Safety Compliance

• Maintain strong safety awareness at all times while performing duties.
• Complete safety hazard assessments, reports, and related documentation as required.
• Work in compliance with applicable health and safety legislation, company policies, procedures, and safe work practices.

What you get from us:

• Extended Medical, Vision, and Dental benefits with the Union
• Pension Plan
• 10% Vacation Pay
• Wellness Program/EAP & Corporate Discounts
• Work boot allowance upon completion of the probationary period
• Paid training and a comprehensive onboarding program
• Access to a growing organization with lots of advancement opportunities
• An amazing culture where you will feel supported and recognized for your work

What we need from you:

• Valid G class driver’s license and a clean driver's abstract (Required)
• Must be available to work Monday - Friday between 6am - 6pm with the potential to work some evenings and weekends (Required)
• Have strong verbal and written English communication skills (Required)
• Vision and hearing abilities that allow to perform all work requirements safely (Required)
• You will be required to provide your own CSA Grade 1 (green label) work boots with a minimum 6 inch cuff and electrical shock resistance (white label with omega symbol)
• Minimum 1 year of experience in Construction or Traffic Control (Preferred)
  
• Experience driving trucks/towing a trailer (Asset)
• Experience doing highway lane closures (Asset)
• Have a valid DZ driver’s license (Asset)
  
• Communicate effectively - Good communication skills to be able to give motorists & pedestrians simple directions, explain hazards, and answer questions
• Grace under pressure - Able to calmly troubleshoot issues and collaborate with a diverse group of people
• Tech savvy - Must have a smartphone that you're comfortable using for work purposes with ability to learn new systems/apps
• Collaborates - Comfortable working in a team environment
  
• Awareness of surroundings - Monitor traffic, construction equipment, and workers for safety purposes

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!

Beacon Lite does not use artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, assess, or select applicants. However, please be aware that some third-party tools we utilize in our recruiting and selection process may incorporate AI technology.

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!

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