Technician 1 - Traffic Studies

Under the general supervision of the Traffic Studies Technician Grade 2 (TST-G2), the Traffic Studies Technician Grade 1 (TST-G1) is responsible for collecting and processing all traffic study data for the Transportation Division. This position works with other TST-G1’s to set up, takedown, and transport traffic study equipment in accordance with requests made by other members of the Public Works Department, engineering consultants, and the general public. The TST-G1 is also responsible for manually conducting traffic studies through review of video footage. Traffic studies conducted by the TST-G1 are used to inform engineering design, prioritize infrastructure investments, develop transportation planning studies, monitor network usage, respond to directives from Council, and address citizen complaints related to traffic.

As the Technician 1 - Traffic Studies you will:

• Conduct traffic studies and data collection.
• Review traffic study video footage.
• Inspect and maintain traffic data collection equipment and vehicles.
• Process traffic study data.
• Train colleagues and ensure compliance with Worker’s Compensation Legislation, Human Rights Legislation, safety regulations, and safe work practices and procedures.

Your education and qualifications include:

• Completion of Senior 4 (Grade 12) education or G.E.D. (General Education Diploma) or an equivalent combination of education and experience supplemented by post-secondary/community college courses directly related to the duties of the position.

• One (1) year of work experience conducting traffic studies, and collecting and processing transportation data.

• Experience working with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel and Outlook).

• Effective interpersonal skills with the ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with employees at all levels of the organization, external contacts and the public.

• Strong analytical and problem solving skills.

• Effective organizational and prioritization skills.

• Ability to work independently under minimal supervision.

• Strong verbal communication skills.

• Effective written communication skills such as preparing data records.

• Knowledge of occupational hazards and workplace safety and health regulations.

• Ability to operate a variety of hand and power tools.

• Ability to navigate streets, areas, and neighborhoods.

• IMPORTANT: Applicants who have been educated outside of Canada must have education which is comparable to the minimum qualification in Canada. Applicants submitting foreign credentials require an official academic assessment report issued by a recognized Canadian assessment service https://www.canalliance.org/en/ at application.

Conditions of employment:

• The successful applicant must maintain legal eligibility to work in Canada. If the successful applicant possesses a work permit, it is their responsibility to ensure the permit remains valid.
• Possess and maintain a valid Manitoba Class 5 Driver’s License.
• Must be able to provide a vehicle for transportation while on City business, subject to the terms and conditions of the City Transportation Policy.
• Physically able to perform duties of this position including working outdoors in various weather conditions, and working in close proximity to traffic.
• Willing and able to work various shifts and overtime, as needed.