Traffic Operations Technician Virginia

Traffic Operations Technician

Iteris is seeking a Traffic Operations Technician to focus on performing a variety of technical activities in support of traffic signal timing, traffic operations and data collection.

What you will be doing:

• Follow standard practice and procedures
• Assist with collecting, analyzing, assessing, and interpreting data, conditions, and systems to plan and execute traffic signal retiming projects, covering the data collection phase through the project reporting phase
• Develop and implement strategies for improving arterial traffic flow and safety, prepare the development of system performance measurement tools, standard operating policies/procedures, deficiency reports and mitigation plans, coordinate with local agencies related to the operation and maintenance of traffic signals and arterial systems
• Closely coordinate with our department groups as needed
• Apply advanced tactics to efficiently move traffic
• Interact professionally and proactively with clients to ensure clients are highly satisfied
• Maintain knowledge of ATMS platforms, optimization software, and analysis software to ensure technical competence
• Travel, as required, to participate in re-timing deployments. Length of travel will depend on specific assignments and the successful completion of inherent responsibilities

What you need to be successful in this role:

• Associate degree in engineering technology or related field (consideration will be given for equivalent experience)
• Intermediate TTC (MOT) certification is a plus
• IMSA Traffic Signals Level I certification is a plus
• Two (2) years of experience in a technical field preferred
• Traffic Management Center (TMC) operations knowledge is a plus
• Practical knowledge of ATMS platforms and traffic signal controllers knowledge is a plus
• Knowledge of and ability to use Microsoft's Excel, Word programs and Synchro
• Desire and ability to work in the field at intersections

Iteris anticipates paying between $21.25 and $23.75 for this role. However, actual pay offered may vary depending on job related knowledge, skills, and experience.

What's in it for you:

• Incentive-based yearly bonus
• 401(k) with immediate matching and no vesting period
• Generous Paid-Time-Off [PTO] benefits
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Life insurance
• Medical reimbursement plans
• Disability coverage
• Education assistance program
• In-house training programs