Traffic Control Technician - Unionized

Universal Group; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended medical

Vision & dental

Vacation pay

Pension

Paid onboarding

Career growth

Supportive culture

Job summary

Universal Group in Ottawa is seeking a Traffic Technician to help ensure traffic control at job sites meets regulations and safety standards. You will support crew members and the public by regulating traffic flow and interpreting plans for correct signage placement.

The role requires a valid G license (DZ preferred), availability for day and night shifts, and comfort working in a team. Onboarding includes paid training and a strong emphasis on safety and growth within the company.

Qualifications

• Must have at least 1 year of experience in construction or traffic control.
• Must have a valid G Class driver’s license with a clean driver’s abstract.
• Having a valid DZ driver’s license and a clean driving record is an asset.
• Must be available for both day and night shifts.
• Must be able to communicate effectively to give motorists and pedestrians simple directions, explain hazards, and answer questions.
• Must be able to stay calm under pressure, troubleshoot issues, and collaborate with a diverse group of people.
• Must be tech savvy with the ability to use a smartphone and enter data using computerized mobile devices.
• Must be comfortable working in a team environment.
• Must provide your own CSA Grade 1 (green label) work boots with a minimum 6-inch cuff and electrical shock resistance.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic traffic control set-ups ensuring that they meet MTO Book 7 requirements to ensure safety of all stakeholders impacted by the site (crew members, motorists, pedestrians, etc.).
• Protect your peers, construction workers, the motoring public, cyclists, and pedestrians by regulating traffic flow.
• Interpret traffic management plans to determine correct placement of required signage and channeling devices.
• Perform multiple traffic control set-ups ensuring that they meet traffic plan requirements and the safety of all stakeholders impacted by the site (crew members, motorists, pedestrians, etc.).
• Stop traffic whenever required by the progress of work or to keep traffic moving at reduced speeds to avoid tie-ups and delays.
• Maintain a safety awareness and work in compliance with applicable health and safety regulations and policies.

Skills

Traffic control

Signage placement

Communication

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Smartphone data entry

Calm under pressure

Job description

As a Traffic Technician, you play an important role in ensuring that traffic control management and traffic is completed according to applicable regulations to ensure everybody on or crossing a job site can do so safely.

Beacon Lite is one of the top providers of traffic control equipment and services. We are a fast-paced, growing business with over 50 years of traffic control experience. Locally, we have locations in Ottawa, Gatineau, Kingston and Sudbury with over 300 employees between our 4 locations.

Beacon Lite has merged with the Universal Group, an industry leader who was recognized as one of Canada’s best-managed companies in 2025 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. Beacon Lite has an exciting opportunity in their traffic services department!

What you will be responsible for:

• Perform basic traffic control set-ups ensuring that they meet MTO Book 7 requirements to ensure safety of all stakeholders impacted by the site (crew members, motorists, pedestrians, etc.).
• Protect your peers, construction workers, the motoring public, cyclists, and pedestrians by regulating traffic flow.
• Interpret traffic management plans to determine correct placement of required signage and channeling devices.
• Perform multiple traffic control set-ups ensuring that they meet traffic plan requirements and the safety of all stakeholders impacted by the site (crew members, motorists, pedestrians, etc.).
• Stop traffic whenever required by the progress of work or to keep traffic moving at reduced speeds to avoid tie-ups and delays.
• Maintain a safety awareness and work in compliance with applicable health and safety regulations and policies.

What you get from us:

• Extended Medical, Vision, and Dental benefits with the union.
• 10% Vacation pay.
• Pension paid hourly.
• Paid training and a comprehensive three-day onboarding.
• Access to a growing organization with lots of advancement opportunities.
• An amazing culture where you will feel supported and recognized for your work.

Qualifications:

• Must have at least 1 year of experience in construction or traffic control.
• Must have a valid G Class driver’s license with a clean driver’s abstract.
• Having a valid DZ driver’s license and a clean driving record is an asset.
• Must be available for both day and night shifts.
• Must be able to communicate effectively to give motorists and pedestrians simple directions, explain hazards, and answer questions.
• Must be able to stay calm under pressure, troubleshoot issues, and collaborate with a diverse group of people.
• Must be tech savvy with the ability to use a smartphone and enter data using computerized mobile devices.
• Must be comfortable working in a team environment.
• Must 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).

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 is what drives us every day.

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!

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.

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