Located on the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the Musqueam, Squamish, and Tsleil-Waututh Nations, West Vancouver is a vibrant community on the North Shore and home to parks, beaches, and to sports, recreation and arts amenities. Our dedicated staff deliver services, operate facilities and run the programs that enhance the well-being of our community. We are seeking employees with a passion for public service who share our commitment to creating a complete, inclusive and livable community.
The Engineering Construction Department is looking for employees that have a passion for public service and strive to make a difference. Our dedicated staff deliver services, operate facilities and run the programs vital to our community. The District of West Vancouver has immediate openings for TCPs (Traffic Control Person / Flagger). We are looking for professional and experienced TCPs to join our growing team, and are willing to provide training/certification to those with strong work ethic and a passion for public service.
This position offers:
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Steady full-time work;
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mileage reimbursement $0.73/km;
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starting wage is $26.74 per hour + 14% in lieu of benefits = $30.48 per hour;
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all shifts will start and end in West Vancouver;
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opportunities to learn and experience a wide range of construction activities;
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a friendly, safety-focused team.
Key job duties include:
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Directing drivers, pedestrians, and workers to safe routes around road construction sites;
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reviewing traffic management plans;
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setting up and providing traffic control specifications;
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training other site workers about traffic and equipment safety;
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responding to questions from members of the public regarding traffic direction, alternate routes, and driving directions; and,
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performing other related duties, as required.
We’re looking for candidates who can:
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Work effectively and efficiently in a team environment or alone while maintaining a safety-first mentality;
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follow traffic regulations and safety procedures while adapting to last minute schedule changes;
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communicate effectively and exercise tact and diplomacy while interacting with members of the public;
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exercise sufficient physical strength and agility to perform the duties of the position and operate related equipment; and,
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record and maintain records related to the work.
Candidates must have:
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A valid BC Class 5 Driver’s License;
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BCCSA approved Traffic Control Person certification; and,
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Reliable access to a vehicle.
Secondary school graduation plus related work experience would be considered an asset.
The candidates must hold a valid BC Class 5 Driver's License. Successful candidates will be required to provide an acceptable driver’s abstract, a police information check, and copies of relevant credentials. To ensure your application is complete, please contact ICBC at 604-661-2255 or request online at https://onlinebusiness.icbc.com/clio/ to have your Driving Record sent directly from ICBC to Human Resources at [email protected].
Applications without a Driver’s Abstract submission will not be considered for further steps in the recruitment process.
This posting does not list all the duties of the position, nor does it fully detail the required skills, knowledge and abilities, licenses and certificates required of candidates. For details please refer to the Class Specification which is available for inspection in the Human Resources Department or on WestNet.
Position Status:
Union (WVMEA) – Temporary Full-Time
Hours of Work:
40 hours per week (hours and days of work may vary)
Rate of Pay:
$26.74 plus 14% in lieu of benefits
This position has a pay structure with two steps which increase based on hours completed in the position.
To Apply:
Please visit the District of West Vancouver’s Career Portal at www.westvancouver.ca/careers to apply for this position. Please note that all candidates must apply via the Career Portal; we do not accept applications via email or hard copy.
We want to thank all applicants, however only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.
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