Flag Person

Whatever you do, you'll make a difference at Lafarge Canada. Because we know that your passion and curiosity are the natural resources the world needs. Thanks to our teams' energy, commitment and ideas, we are reinventing how the world builds to make Canada greener and smarter for all.

Flag Person

Requisition ID: 4162

Location:

Edmonton, AB, CA, T5J 2J1

Pay Type: Hourly

WHO IS LAFARGE?

As a global leader in innovative and sustainable building solutions, Lafarge is enabling greener cities, smarter infrastructure and improving living standards around the world. With sustainability at the core of our strategy, we are becoming a net-zero company, with our people and communities at the heart of our success. We are driving circular construction as a world leader in recycling to build more with less. It’s all thanks to our 70,000 talented people around the world who are passionate about building progress for people and the planet through four business segments: Cement, Ready-Mix Concrete, Aggregates and Solutions & Products.

WHO ARE LAFARGE PEOPLE?

Lafarge people are passionate about finding better ways to build. They embrace innovation and improvement with a pioneering spirit. They work as trusted partners, creating better solutions and experiences for their customers, communities, and colleagues.

Overview

Lafarge Construction Edmonton is currently looking for a flag person to join our team for the 2024 Road Construction Season. Scope of work will be in our asphalt division. The large majority of work will be done in the Edmonton area, possibility out of town work for a short length of time. Often, work hours will be long and will include some night shifts and weekends. Successful candidates should be hardworking, self- motivated and enthusiastic team players, willing and ready to work with all personalities.

To apply, send your resume to: [email protected]. Please reference the Job Title you are applying for in your e-mail.

Responsibilities

• Traffic and pedestrian control on roadways
• Collect and sort material tickets
• Follow all safe work practices
• Set-up and tear-down of barricades and signs
• Assist in daily safety meetings
• Be self-motivated and dependable
  
  

Specific Accountabilities

• Experience working with construction crews with measurable production goals.
• Flexible availability to include overtime, possible weekends and nights.
• Work environments will vary making it necessary to tolerate weather conditions, such as rain and extreme temperatures. Employees may be exposed to dust, dirt, varying temperatures, loud noises, etc.
  
  

Qualifications And Qualities

• Class-5 license and own means of transportation is required.
• Previous flagging experience/certifications are an asset.
• Able to work long hours and weekends.
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time.
  
  

Essential Skills

• Oral communication
• Working with others
  
  

As part of our dedicated focus on the health and safety of all employees, a pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol testing and a criminal record check, may be required.

Your Lafarge Experience

At Lafarge, there is endless opportunity for you to play your part. Whether you’re in a technical, managerial, or frontline role, you can shape a career that works for you. With us you’ll have the chance to embrace the passion we share for our planet. You’ll be encouraged to seek out diverse perspectives, share your ideas and build the skills and connections you need to perform at your best. Because it’s only when we work together in a culture where everyone thrives, that we can build the world we all want to live in.