Labourer/flagger

Since 1974, **Carmacks Enterprises Ltd.** has grown from a small municipal road contractor, to a multi-faceted general civil construction service and highway maintenance organization. Operating throughout Western Canada, Carmacks Enterprises is an industry leader in handling all aspects of heavy civil construction.

**What is the role?**

Join us as a Labourer/Flagger, where your role is crucial to maintaining safe and organized traffic around construction sites. If you prioritize safety and effective traffic management, this position is perfect for you. The Labourer/Flagger will report to the Highways Base Superintendent and will be responsible to install and maintain traffic control devices to provide safe passage for motorists through the work zone. Safeguard the workers by separating the traffic from the area of work. Other duties are:

- Provide and accommodate the least obstructed roadway for the motoring public
- Set up, reposition, and dismantle traffic control signage i.e., barricades, pylons, signage, and digital message boards
- Remove or cover all traffic control signage at end of day or when traffic control is suspended
- Arrange for the rental and return of required signs
- Check and document all construction sites
- Back-up coverage for Flagging person as required
- Loading and unloading construction materials and moving them to work areas
- Installing and removing concrete forms and barricades at construction sites
- Mixing, pouring, and spreading materials such as concrete and asphalt
- Assisting heavy equipment operators to secure attachments to equipment
- Signaling heavy equipment operators to guide them in moving equipment
- Assisting in drilling and blasting rock at construction sites
- Levelling earth to fine grade specifications using rakes and shovels
- Removing rubble and other debris at construction sites using rakes, shovels, wheelbarrows, and other equipment
- Operating pneumatic hammers, vibrators, and tampers
- Tending or feeding equipment used in construction, such as mixers, compressors, and pumps
- Oiling and greasing hoists and similar equipment

**What do we value?**
- Valid Class 5 Driver’s License and able to provide an updated 5-year Commercial Abstract
- Minimum 2 years of flagging/labourer experience preferably on Highways
- Flagger Ticket Training Certification is an asset
- Ability to work as a team member, ensuring the health and safety of crew members and the public
- Ability to verbally communicate clearly and effectively
- Ability to giving precise traffic control signals and directions to prevent any miscommunications
- Ability to work under pressure while maintaining a professional demeanor
- Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions

**What's in it for you?**
- Competitive compensation
- Comprehensive benefit plan
- Employee assistance program
- Growth opportunities
- Employee events
- Carmacks is proud to be an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, age, disability or veteran status. Carmacks believes in building better, together._

**Job Types**: Full-time, Seasonal

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Wetaskiwin, AB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Application question(s):

- What is your hourly wage expectation?

**Experience**:

- flagging/labourer: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- Class 5 Driver's license (preferred)

Work Location: In person