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VistaCare is a leading technology solutions provider that specialize in telecommunications infrastructure for a wide range of businesses and organizations. We offer comprehensive services to plan, design, manage and build telecommunication networks. With a focus on quality, innovation, and efficiency, and we deliver cutting-edge solutions to meet the evolving needs of the industry.
Job Summary
We are seeking a full-time responsible and vigilant Flagger/Labourer to ensure traffic control safety for our line /splicing crews and the public for our telecom network construction projects. The ideal candidate will play a vital role in directing traffic, maintaining safety protocols, and supporting construction operations. This position offers an opportunity to work outdoors and contribute an essential function to our infrastructure projects.
Join VistaCare and embark on a career where you’ll acquire a diverse skill set and comprehensive knowledge in a thriving industry. This role requires regular rotational travel to project sites – travel away schedules include Monday thru Friday, or 19/9 rotational travel. Company‑arranged travel, accommodations and a daily per diem are provided while working rotational schedule.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Adhere to all company safety policies and procedures
- Directing traffic to ensure safe and efficient flow
- Setting up and maintaining traffic control devices
- Implementing detours and lane closures as needed
- Communicating effectively with team members and line/splicing crew teams
- Enforcing safety regulations and procedures
- Responding promptly to emergencies and incidents
- Maintaining accurate records of activities and incidents
- Drive and operate company vehicle
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
- Strong attention to detail and situational awareness
- Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions/ standing for extended periods
- Valid Certification in traffic control / or willingness to pursue this certification
- Strong manual dexterity, hand-eye coordination, and attention to detail
- Ability to work in all weather conditions, confined spaces, isolation
- Ability to work construction in a physically demanding atmosphere including, but is not limited to: carry, raise and climb a ladder, carry, lift and handle heavy equipment (manhole covers, cable reels)
- Strong commitment to health and safety
- Self-disciplined, motivated, organized, and a team player
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines and repetitive tasks
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Valid driver's license with clean driving record
- Possess or be willing to obtain Airbrakes endorsement,
- Willingness to work rotationally, overtime, weekends, or on emergency call outs as required;
- Ability to travel (Company provides paid travel, accommodations and a daily per-diem when on rotation);
- The successful candidate will be required to pass a criminal record check.
- At least 1 year of manual labour experience
- Experience driving a company vehicle is considered an asset
- Traffic Control training is considered an asset but not essential;
- 1+ years of Line Technician or line related experience in a telecommunications environment is considered a definite asset
- Compensation is commensurate with experience and skill level (Ranging from $19.00/hr to $21.00 Hour (CDN))
- Weekly Pay Cycle
- Group Insurance Benefits Package (Health/Dental, Life, AD&D, Vision/ LTD) – Company pays 50% of premiums
- Company Matched RRSP Contributions
- Employee Referral Bonus
- Employee Discounts
