Engineering Tech Iv - Transportation And Development

Position: ENGINEERING TECH IV - TRANSPORTATION AND DEVELOPMENT
ENGINEERING TECH IV

CLASSIFICATION

TITLE:

Engineering Technician IV

PURPOSE OF CLASSIFICATION

The purpose of this classification is to perform intermediate level skilled technical work in providing field support to supervisors, other engineering technicians, and engineers on road construction, traffic, construction inspections or survey projects, Work requires familiarity with engineering specifications, construction standards or department procedures as they relate to assigned duties. At times, must be able to work independently in applying these rules and procedures to a variety of work situations and problems.

Work is performed under the general direction of a lead worker, direct supervisor, or engineer who closely monitors and inspects work while in progress and upon completion.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.

Leads the installation of lines on roads and parking lots with paint and thermoplastic traffic markings. Fabricates road and parking signs using various hand tools; maintains material and equipment inventory. Designs intermediate complexity signs using a computer. Installs signs and markings according to Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) requirements. Performs data collection in the field that may involve manual or automatic counting of traffic to determine volume, speed, or delay of vehicles.

Performs collection of miscellaneous roadway data features for Geographic Information System (GIS). Uses automatic data recording devices such as radar gun or traffic recorder. Ensures quality and reliable acquisition of traffic data on a routine schedule. Retrieves traffic data from electronic devices and translates the data into the proper format. Maintains electronic and hard files on current and past traffic count data.

Works with basic functions of a traffic signal controller and related electronics. Assists Signal Technicians with troubleshooting of basic signal operation parameters remotely from the Transportation Control Center (TCC). Performs basic Transportation Control Center (TCC) operational and maintenance activities including operation of surveillance cameras and variable message signs. Assists with troubleshooting network communication functions of the TCC and traffic signal network.

Reviews field locations for construction activities by utilities. Assists with the issuance of permits and daily operations of the Utility Section. Assists with the County's compliance with the "Call before you dig" law by the Utility Protection Center. Assists with the field location and marking of County utility facilities. Prepares intermediate level drawings of construction projects, intersections, signal layouts, pavement markings, and other projects using automated drawing/drafting equipment and incorporating information from previously developed plans, sketches, notes, and other sources of information.

Performs intermediate level survey related tasks. Assists with property surveys, topographic surveys, and construction layouts. Performs other related duties as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

High school diploma or GED; completion of a certification program at a Technical college in a related field; supplemented by four (4) years of experience using hand tools, general construction, to include one (1) year of project management experience; OR High school diploma or GED; supplemented by eight (8) years of experience using hand tools, general construction, to include two (2) years of project management experience.

Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia driver's license. Preferred candidate would hold a certification as a Flagman and a Work-Zone Traffic Control Supervisor. Hours are Monday-Friday 7:30 a.m.

- 4:30 p.m.

ADA COMPLIANCE

Physical Ability:
Tasks require the ability to exert moderate, though not constant physical effort, typically involving some combination of climbing and balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching,…