10130 – 21 Street, Edmonton, Alberta T6P 1W7 Telephone: (780) 467-7701
N.P.A. is one of Western Canada’s largest paving contractors, with over 700 employees helping us provide our products and services throughout Alberta, Saskatchewan and the Northwest Territories. Our equipment fleet and shops are among the most modern in our business. We take pride in our employees and place a high-value on establishing a workplace where people are challenged and respected every day.
Summary Wapiti Gravel Suppliers, a division of N.P.A., is hiring a Sign Person for the construction season! The Sign Person is responsible for the safe setup, maintenance, and removal of traffic control devices and signage at construction sites. This position plays a key role in ensuring the safety of workers, motorists, and the public while supporting efficient traffic flow through work zones.Key Responsibilities- Set up, maintain, monitor, and remove traffic control signs, barricades, cones, and other traffic control devices in accordance with approved traffic accommodation plans.
- Inspect traffic control layouts to ensure they meet regulatory and company standards.
- Reposition signage and traffic control devices as required throughout the workday.
- Assist with lane closures, detours, and work zone traffic management.
- Coordinate with Flagpersons, Supervisors, Truck Drivers, and Construction Crews to ensure safe and efficient operations.
- Regularly inspect work zones for damaged, missing, or improperly placed signs and devices.
- Ensure traffic control equipment is clean, visible, and in good working condition.
- Safely load, unload, transport, and store signage and traffic control equipment.
- Report safety concerns, hazards, incidents, or damaged equipment to the Supervisor.
- Maintain awareness of changing site conditions and traffic patterns.
- Comply with all company safety policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
- Support general construction activities when traffic control duties are complete or as assigned.
- Perform other traffic control and construction-related duties as required.
- High School Diploma or G.E.D. preferred
- Class 5 Drivers License preferred
- Traffic Control Training preferred
- Previous experience in traffic control, road construction, or signing operations is considered an asset.
- Weather dependent schedule of Monday to Saturday, with up to 12 hours per day. Overtime is paid in accordance with applicable employment standards legislation.
- Work is performed in an outdoor setting, which could include inclement weather, heat and humidity, and exposure to dust and asphalt.
- Must be physically able to repetitively lift and carry at least 50LBS on a regular basis.
- Use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is required
- Use of sunscreen, long sleeves, and appropriate headgear is recommended.
- Must comply with the company's drug and alcohol testing requirements.
We are pleased to offer the successful candidate an attractive wage, extended health benefits, company matching pension plan, educational assistance, excellent opportunities for professional growth, accommodations and Live Out Allowance may be applicable and more!
If this sounds like an exciting opportunity you would enjoy, hit the apply button!
N.P.A. is pleased to offer the successful candidate an attractive wage, comprehensive benefits, including a pension plan, educational assistance, excellent opportunities for professional growth, and more.
We thank all candidates for their interest in a position with NPA, however only candidates selected to move forward will be contacted.