Engineering Technician - Traffic & Safety

Washtenaw County Road Commission (WCRC) is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Engineering Technician - Traffic & Safety.

As an Engineering Technician for WCRC you would perform a variety of tasks in assisting the Engineering Department to construct and maintain roads including, but not limited to, traffic studies, manual and / or automated drafting, review of construction plans, traffic sign and signal layout, inspection activities and the collection, analysis, documentation and application of engineering data.

WHAT WE OFFER

When working for WCRC you're taking on more than a job. A career in the public sector gives you a chance to truly serve the community in a meaningful way.

WCRC offers stability, work-life balance, a quality work environment, as well as a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

• Medical insurance that starts on your first day
• Dental and vision insurance
• Defined benefit pension
• 11 paid holidays
• Medical and dependent flexible spending accounts
• Tuition reimbursement
• Short-term and longer-term disability insurance
• Health care savings program
• Employer paid life insurance

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ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Conducts traffic studies and identifies if any problems exist and provides suggested solutions.
• Conducts measurements of curves to verify accuracy of dimensions, levels, alignment, and elevations.
• Conducts vehicle crash investigations.
• Provides a variety of detailed designs, drawings, or maps for roadway improvements and the installation of traffic control devices.
• Reviews preliminary and final construction plans in terms of traffic operations, construction staking and signing, geometric design, final traffic signing, traffic signals, and pavement marking.
• Serves as a recognized expert and provides technical assistance and training to other WCRC staff and local governmental agencies.
• Develops and maintains annual pavement marking program.
• Assists with planning for roadway maintenance and improvement projects.
• Conducts field investigations; takes measurements, prepares sketches, and recommends remedial action.
• Responds to questions and complaints from local officials, contractors, applicants and citizens.
• Represents the WCRC at meetings with the public, other agencies, utility companies, contractors, etc.
• Oversees the technical functions and daily activities of assigned projects.
• Can serve as a final authority to stop work on a project when the work is not in compliance with plans and specifications.
• Performs field reviews and conducts sight line and vision studies.

REQUIREMENTS

Associate's degree, in civil engineering technology, construction technology or a related field is preferred; however, equivalent experience will also be considered.

For Technician I, no prior experience is required. However, Technician II and III positions require 3-5 years of experience as a Technician I or in a similar role.

Valid Michigan driver's license.