Groundman I

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As a Groundman 1 (Seasonal), you will support the installation, maintenance, and repair of traffic signal infrastructure throughout the City of Calgary. This hands-on role operates in active roadway environments and plays a critical part in ensuring the safety of crew members, motorists, cyclists, and pedestrians. Primary duties include:

• Perform labour duties supporting the installation, maintenance, and repair of traffic signal infrastructure under the direction of a Foreman or Signal Technician.
• Assist with roadway work including installation of loop detectors, puck sensors, conduit, and related components.
• Set up, maintain, and remove lane closures, signage, cones, and barricades in accordance with approved traffic control plans.
• Safely use hand and power tools such as saws, grinders, pneumatic drills, and jackhammers.
• Operate authorized work vehicles and equipment and communicate effectively with team members to coordinate tasks.
• Follow all safety policies and procedures, maintain situational awareness, identify and report hazards, wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), and maintain a professional presence while working in public areas.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of related experience; or 1 year of experience as a Signals Groundman 1.
• A valid Class 5 Driver's License with no more than 6 demerits and no current suspensions or pending charges is required.
• A valid Class 3 with Q Endorsement is considered an asset.
• A High School diploma or equivalency (for example: General Educational Development [GED]) is considered an asset.
• Preference may be given to applicants with previous signals experience.
• Success in this position requires excellent communication skills and initiative; the ability to use caution and exercise sound judgement with regards to safety and work site hazards.
• Successful applicants must successfully complete all City of Calgary training provided.

Working Conditions: Employees will be required to work in all types of weather (rain, snow, heat or extreme cold) with heavy lifting and physical activity involved.

Pre-employment Requirements

• A security clearance will be conducted.
• Must obtain a City of Calgary operator's permit
• Successful applicants must provide proof of qualifications.

Pre-employment Drug Test: An offer of employment for this position will be conditional on an applicant passing a pre-employment drug test. This test assesses for use of drugs including cannabis. Failure to pass a pre-employment drug test may prevent an applicant from being hired into any safety sensitive position for a period of up to twelve months.

Union: IBEW Local 254

Business Unit: Mobility

Position Type: 2 Temporary ( up to 7 months)

Location: Avenue NE

Compensation: $ per hour (2026 Rates)

Days of Work: This position works a non-standard work week.

Applicants must be available to work evenings, weekends, nights, shift work and overtime.

Hours of work: Non-standard 40 hour work week

Audience: Internal/External

Apply By: January 26, 2026

Job ID #: 313342