Traffic Analysis Technologist

The Opportunity :

Reporting to the Traffic Engineer, this position will have a primary focus in one of four traffic operation areas, but may be involved in any area on a project basis or as needed. Area One’s focus is signs and pavement marking, on-street parking, as-built drawings, and Special Event applications. Area Two’s focus is coordinating and leading in the development and administration of traffic safety-related works such as Collision Database management, Collisions Analysis, Network Screening, and other safety-related programs. Area Three’s focus is traffic signal operations including signal warrant analysis, signal timing plan design, ATMS for signal operations, and detailed report preparation. Area Four’s focus is the design / construction of traffic signals and roadway lighting including : preparation of traffic signal and roadway lighting layout design and cost estimates, traffic signal and roadway lighting construction project coordination.

As our preferred candidate, you will have :

• Diploma in Civil, Electrical or Transportation Engineering Technology. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Two years related experience.
• CET membership or eligible for membership in Alberta Society of Engineering Technologists.
• Must have working knowledge of Microsoft Windows, Word, Excel, and Access software. Must be familiar with AutoCAD or other CADD software.
• Should have working knowledge of simtraffic / synchro, ESRI, and AGI32
• Must have ability to make computations and measurements, interpret engineering drawings, survey notes, and other engineering data accurately.
• Must be able to change direction at short notices and sustain concentrated effort to meet stringent construction deadlines and unpredictable schedules in a fast working environment
• Must be able to inspect work in the field and make field decisions within area of responsibility.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with various City Departments, contractors, consultants, and the public; both verbally and in writing to obtain understanding in a potential conflict situation.
• Must be familiar with the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices of Canada, the Uniform Traffic Control Device Sign Pattern Manual, and the Provincial Traffic Safety Act.
• Must possess a valid Class 5 Alberta Driver's License.

Affiliation :

Canadian Union of Public Employees, Local 417

Remuneration

$43.90 to $51.76 per hour.

Hours of Work :

75 hours biweekly, Monday to Friday. Some evening and weekend work may be required.

We thank you for your application. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.