Labourer

ATS Traffic; Calgary; Hybrid; CAD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Overtime opportunities

On-the-job training

Equipment operation

Career growth

Team-oriented, safety-first company

Job summary

ATS Traffic is hiring Roadway Safety Installation Laborers to support highway and municipal projects in Alberta. This outdoor, field-based role involves installing road signs, guardrails and high-tension cable barriers, based out of Edmonton with travel across Alberta as required.

Ideal candidates enjoy physical outdoor work, operate hand/power tools, and commit to safety standards. This seasonal position offers strong potential for returning employment and career advancement within a

Qualifications

• Must be able to perform physically demanding tasks outdoors in varying weather.
• Experience in highway maintenance or construction is preferred.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record is mandatory.
• Willingness to travel and work flexible hours, including overtime and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Assist with installation and removal of highway safety equipment (signs, guardrail, cable barriers).
• Operate hand and power tools.
• Perform manual labor: lifting, digging, material handling.
• Set up and maintain safe work zones with signage, cones, traffic control devices.
• Keep job sites clean, organized and safe; follow safety guidelines.

Skills

Physical labor

Outdoor work

Team player

Travel flexibility

Valid driver’s license

Job description

Description

About ATS Traffic: ATS Traffic is a family-owned business that has been getting people home safely since 1966. We provide traffic control, on-street services and signage products and services, currently operating out of offices across Canada and the United States.

About the Position

Do you enjoy working outdoors, staying active, and being part of a team that builds something meaningful? ATS Traffic is hiring Roadway Safety Installation Laborers to support highway and municipal safety projects based out of Edmonton, Alberta.

This is a hands-on, field-based role working alongside experienced crews installing critical highway safety infrastructure such as road signs, guardrails, and high-tension cable barrier systems. Projects are primarily within Edmonton and surrounding areas, with travel across Alberta as required. No two days are the same work locations, tasks, and conditions vary making this a great opportunity for individuals who enjoy variety and physical work.

This is a seasonal position with strong potential for returning employment and career advancement, as ATS is proud to promote from within.

Responsibilities:

• Assist with the installation and removal of highway safety equipment. (signs, guardrail, high tension cable barrier)
• Operate hand and power tools.
• Perform manual labor tasks, including lifting, digging, and material handling.
• Assist with setting up and maintaining safe work zones on roadways, including signage, cones, and traffic control device
• Ensure job sites are clean, organized, and safe at all times.
• Follow company safety guidelines and procedures consistently.

Qualifications:

• Previous highway maintenance or construction experience preferred.
• Ability to perform physically demanding tasks and work outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Strong work ethic and reliability.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving abstract (mandatory).
• Ability to travel and work flexible hours, including overtime and weekends when necessary.
• Commitment to workplace safety.

Ideal for Candidates with Experience In:

• General labor and construction
• Road and highway maintenance
• Fence or guardrail installation
• Utility or sign installation
• Landscaping or outdoor seasonal work

Why Choose ATS Traffic?

We have always been a family-owned business. When you join ATS, you aren’t just a number: people remember your name and treat you like one of the family! You’ll be working with a team you can trust, and you’ll be excited to come in on Monday morning.

Other perks include:

• Competitive wages and opportunities for overtime.
• Opportunities for on-the-job training, equipment operation, and career growth.
• Work with a team-oriented, safety-first company.
• Consistent work in a high-demand industry with room to grow.
• Potential for rehire and promotion within the company.

Behaviors

Detail Oriented

Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Enthusiastic

Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest

Team Player

Works well as a member of a group

Dedicated

Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Motivations

Self-Starter

Inspired to perform without outside help

Ability to Make an Impact

Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization