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Hamilton County, Ohio · 1 day ago

Traffic Engineering Technician (4660-50)

Cincinnati, OH

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$32.89/hr - $38.61/hr

Hamilton County, Ohio is seeking a Traffic Engineering Technician to join their team. The role involves performing technical duties in support of various Transportation Engineering business units, including data collection and analysis, traffic studies, and coordination with contractors and agencies.

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Responsibilities

Collect, analyze, and maintain traffic data including traffic volumes, speeds, crash records, and roadway inventory information

Assist in conducting traffic engineering studies and evaluations in accordance with OMUTCD, ODOT, and FHWA standards

Perform, evaluate, document, with the placement and maintenance of traffic control devices, including signs, pavement markings, and related safety features

Perform traffic sign and pavement marking retroreflectivity inspections and maintain required compliance records

Conduct field inspections and site investigations in response to safety concerns, citizen requests, and service inquiries

Assist with the review of development plans, driveway permits, and temporary traffic control plans

Prepare technical reports, field notes, recommendations, and correspondence supporting engineering decisions

Operate traffic data collection equipment such as traffic counters, radar units, speed trailers, and retroreflectometers

Maintain traffic engineering databases, asset inventories, and GIS-related information

Coordinate with office staff, contractors, utilities, and other agencies on traffic-related matters

Respond to inquiries from the public and elected officials in a professional and technical manner

Assist engineers with traffic safety studies, roadway evaluations, and capital improvement projects

Perform related duties as assigned

Qualification

Traffic Engineering PrinciplesAutoCADTraffic Data CollectionGeographic Information Systems (GIS)Technical Report WritingField Work AbilityStandard Office SoftwareEffective Communication

Required

Completion of secondary education or equivalent (high school diploma or GED) plus post-secondary education and/or training in Civil Engineering Technology, Engineering, or related field; or any equivalent combination of education, experience, and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities

Must possess a valid state of residency driver's license

Must remain insurable under the County's vehicle insurance policy

Knowledge of traffic engineering principles, traffic control devices, and applicable standards and manuals

Ability to collect, interpret, and document technical traffic data

Ability to perform field work in and around active roadways

Effective written and verbal communication skills

Proficiency with standard office software, AutoCAD, Flexi 22, and specialized traffic engineering tools

Benefits

Highly Competitive Employee Benefits Package

Generous Paid Time Off

11 Paid Holidays

Immediately Begin Accruing Paid Vacation and Sick Time

Earned Personal Days

Paid Parental Leave

Ohio Public Employee Retirement System which includes 14% Employer Contribution AND a defined benefit option

Highly Competitive and Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, HRA, Dental, Vision, Employer-Paid Life Insurance, Long-Term Disability, Tuition Reimbursement, Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligibility, Free On-Site Parking, Wellness Incentives, robust Employee Assistance Program, access to Free Medical and Rx through Marathon Health, plus expansive Behavioral and Mental Health Resources, and More!