Traffic Operations Technician

The Traffic Operations Technician duties and responsibilities will be focused on performing a variety of technical activities in support of traffic operations and data collection projects. Position will support a growing client base in the Hampton Roads area of Virginia and throughout the Mid-Atlantic region.

What you will be doing:

• Independently analyze, assess, and interpret data, conditions, and systems to plan and execute traffic signal retiming projects, covering the data collection phase through the project reporting phase
• Develop and implement strategies for improving arterial traffic flow and safety, prepare the development of system performance measurement tools, standard operating policies/procedures, deficiency reports and mitigation plans, coordinate with local agencies related to the operation and
• maintenance of traffic signals and arterial systems
• Closely coordinate with our department groups as needed
• Apply advanced tactics to efficiently move traffic
• Provide technical support for our TSM&O performance monitoring platforms
• Interact professionally and proactively with clients to ensure clients are highly satisfied
• Maintain knowledge of ATMS platforms, optimization software, and analysis software to ensure technical competence
• Travel, as required, to participate in retiming deployments. Length of travel will depend on specific assignments and the successful completion of inherent responsibilities.

What you need to be successful in this role:

• Associate degree in engineering technology or related field (consideration will be given for equivalent experience) preferred but not required
• Traffic Management Center (TMC) operations experience is a plus
• Willingness to obtain IMSA Traffic Signal Field Technician Level I and II (we provide financial assistance and training)
• Practical knowledge of ATMS platforms and traffic signal controllers is a plus
• Knowledge of and ability to use Microsoft's Excel and Word programs
• A passion for data analysis, attention to detail, real-time traffic operations improvements to enhance the safety and traveling experience of the motoring public and pedestrians