Job Description

Competition No:

2025-354

Duration:

Regular Full Time

Salary:

$32.91/hour (2024 Rates)

Schedule:

80 hours bi-weekly; Monday to Friday from 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM

Special Notes:

Subject to Note 'B' of Schedule 'B' of the CUPE 23 Outside Division Collective Agreement

Last Updated:

12/12/25



This position works in the Dispatch organizational unit. This is routine traffic control work requiring physical effort. An incumbent directs the movement of drivers, pedestrians and workers to a safe route around temporary construction work zone sites, emergencies or special events; sets up and takes down traffic control equipment; meets traffic control safety requirements; provides information and responds to questions from the public regarding traffic direction, alternate traffic routes and directions. After initial instructions by a supervisor, work is carried out with minimal direction. Work performance is reviewed frequently to ensure conformance to procedures, adherence to special instructions and to assess service rendered to the public. Performs related work as required.



Qualifications include completion of Grade 12 plus some related experience; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Working knowledge of applicable traffic laws and requirements, safety precautions and standards applicable to the work performed; of the Traffic Management Manual for Work on Roadways. Ability to follow traffic management plans and layouts, regulations and safety procedures related to the work performed; deal firmly but tactfully with the public and to exercise sound judgement and discretion in the performance of duties; answer enquiries relating to work performed; physically perform the work under varying weather conditions; understand and carry out oral and written instructions; drive a truck safely and skillfully. Driver's Licence for the Province of British Columbia and BC Construction Safety Association (BCCSA) approved Traffic Control Person (TCP) Certification are required.



Please apply online by

December 22, 2025.

Copies of relevant professional certificates, degrees, or tickets will be required at the time of the interview. Please contact People and Culture at

604-294-7303 if you do not receive a confirmation email within one hour of submitting your application online at www.burnaby.ca/careers. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those considered for an interview will be contacted.



We respectfully acknowledge that the City of Burnaby is located on the unceded territories of the x?m??k??y??m (Musqueam), S?wx?wu7mesh (Squamish), s?lilw?ta? (Tsleil-Waututh), and k?ik?????m Peoples (Kwikwetlem). Each Nation has distinct histories and distinct traditional territories that fully or partially encompass the city. We encourage you to learn more about the Host Nations whose ancestors have occupied and used these lands, including parts of present-day Burnaby, for thousands of years. We are grateful to be on this territory as we dedicate ourselves to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects our vibrant community and welcomes applicants of all backgrounds, genders, ages, ethnicities, abilities, sexual orientations, and life experiences.