Traffic Systems Maintenance Specialist

Intelligent Traffic Systems Maintenance Specialist

Hiring Range: $70349.00 to $114317.00

Full Time or Part Time:

Description for Candidates:

Ensure adequate condition and availability of ITS assets; oversee all ITS maintenance program activities and ensure proper execution of activities in accordance to performance criteria; identify, assess and direct life cycle replacement and upgrade projects to include assessment of new and emerging technologies and applications; oversee and monitor field maintenance including contractor performance; resolve utility conflicts and claims. Provide analysis and support to assigned operational program area.

How you will contribute:

• ITS Devices:
  Identify, assess and direct field device upgrades, replacements and construction, utility project coordination; conduct life cycle, planned obsolescence assessment of field ITS devices and infrastructure; review and coordinate construction and general utility project plans and activities; review proposed project plans to identify potential conflicts and opportunities to enhance ITS device condition and operational availability; inspect all device installations and adjustments to ensure compliance with performance and technical standards;
  
  resolve conflicts with utilities and maintenance.
• ITS Program Support:
  Support the evaluation and identification of ITS device deployment needs through ITS program planning, technical assessments and project support activities; provide technical assessment of field conditions to include device positioning and constructability; provide guidance regarding the overall design of projects to improve existing equipment operation and reliability; prepare bid items and quantities; assist with design drawings and specifications for plan development;
  
  evaluate new and emerging technologies to ensure system stability and integration while supporting rapid change and innovation.
• Maintenance:
  Oversee, monitor, and coordinate ITS device preventative and responsive maintenance program; ensure proper prioritization and execution of preventative and corrective maintenance activities; audit and inspect processes and procedures to ensure compliance with contract performance and technical standards and requirements; monitor activities to ensure complete adherence to all safety and security protocols and standards.

What will make you successful:

• Ability to apply system engineering technical principles and practices to complex tasks.
• Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external customers.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to gather and analyze data and reach sound, logical conclusions.
• Ability to plan, coordinate and prioritize multiple assignments and competing priorities.
• Ability to work independently to set priorities, schedules, resolve issues and make decisions.
• Knowledge of 24-7 system operations and maintenance.
• Knowledge of electrical, electronic systems maintenance, design and troubleshooting.
• Knowledge of network configurations and IP based communication and equipment.
• Knowledge of system and communication technologies associated with transportation systems.
• Knowledge of systems engineering processes and systems analysis.
• Skill in problem resolution.
• Skill in the use of computers and software applications.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Ability to apply system engineering technical principles and practices to complex tasks.
• Ability to communicate technical information verbally and in writing.
• Ability to plan, coordinate, prioritize multiple assignments and competing priorities.
• Knowledge of electrical, electronic systems maintenance, design and troubleshooting.
• Knowledge of network configurations and IP based communication and equipment.
• Knowledge of systems engineering processes and systems analysis.
• Valid driver's license.

Additional Considerations:

• Ability to compile and develop financial components of budgets into contracts.
• Experience in traffic management systems.
• Knowledge of 24-7 system operations and maintenance.
• Knowledge of systems and communication technologies associated with transportation systems.
• Skill in contract monitoring.
• Skill in design, installation and maintenance of fiber optic communications systems.

Physical Requirements

VDOT employees must abide by VDOTs Code of Ethics and the Commonwealths Standards of Conduct. VDOT Code of Ethics Standards of Conduct

Each agency within the Commonwealth of Virginia is dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and maintaining a competent and diverse work force. Equal Opportunity Employer