Traffic Engineering Associate III - Traffic Management Inc.

WHO WE ARE:

Protecting lives.

Controlling traffic.

Looking good in orange.

Traffic Management, Inc. is the largest privately-owned minority business based in the United States. TMI is well equipped to provide best in class products and services that include traffic control services, engineering, equipment rentals, product sales, sign manufacturing/installation and 24/7 emergency dispatch response.

TMI utilizes a proprietary technology which is a shared, yet secure, cloud-based communication and project management system called “TM-Soft”. This enables TMI clients to share real time needs in terms of changing equipment, driving directions, traffic control, crews as well as crew contact information, documents, and location maps that show existing or new conditions overview of jobs – no matter how complex.

Our team is growing and we’re looking for people who are passionate, think differently, and want to make an impact.  In our fast-paced, ever-changing environment, our team members accept that challenge and are willing to take on new tasks and activities and make a difference. Join us for a rewarding career with opportunities to innovate, have fun and be part of an extraordinary work culture.

WHO YOU ARE:

A motivated team member dedicated to helping the company grow through supporting the department’s operations.

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

Job Summary

Work under the direction of the Engineering Department Management and with the Engineering Department as a whole to provide TMI customers with quality traffic control plans within the required timeframe. Provide assistance to Engineering Associate I & II co-workers as assigned.

Essential Duties:

• Prepare base plans
• Provide traffic control layouts
• Perform plan production
• Perform project site verification to assist with base plans and/or traffic control layouts
• Drive TMI vehicles to job-sites and perform job-site analysis including taking photographs
• Coordinate with Project Managers and/or Engineering Manager dealing with work distribution
• Prepare plan revisions based on customer and/or public agency feedback
• Prepare complex base plans
• Provide complex traffic control layouts including multi-phase and multi-jurisdictional plans
• Perform complex project site verification to assist with complex base plans and/or complex traffic control layouts
• Assist with plans produced by an Engineering Associate I with regards to plan checking and/or design assistance
• Assist with training of Engineering Associates I & II
• Perform all of the job requirements of an Engineering Associate I & II listed above, as well as the following:
• Prepare the most complex base plans, including signal, striping, and street lighting
• Provide complex traffic control layouts including multi-phase and multi-jurisdictional plans and for signal, striping and street lighting plans
• Perform complex project site verification to assist with complex base plans and/or complex traffic control layouts including for signal, striping, and street lighting
• Perform plan checking and/or provide design assistance for plans prepared by Engineering Associate I & II co-workers
• Assist with training of Engineering Associates I & II
• Provide feedback on plan reviews for supervisor documentation
• Other duties as assigned

Required Knowledge:

• Strong knowledge of the Windows environment
• Strong knowledge of the Office Suite (Work, Excel, PowerPoint, Access)
• Strong knowledge of Google Earth, Google Maps and Thomas Guide
• A strong proficiency using AutoCAD
• Knowledge of large construction documents and how to read them
• Advanced knowledge of traffic control requirements including k-rail design
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent time management skills

Skills and Abilities:

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to learn TMI specific database program (TMSoft)
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Ability to focus on multiple projects throughout the workday
• Strong organizational skills
• Strong scheduling skills
• Maintain a positive work environment
• Resourceful problem solving skills
• Possess a valid Class C driver’s license
• Ability to assist management in a team environment

Equipment Operated:

• Workstation
• Office equipment (plotter, printer, copy machine, etc.)
• Company vehicle
• Digital camera

Physical Requirements & Work Environment:

• Requires remaining in a seated position for prolonged periods of time
• Requires lifting up 20lb
• Requires repetitive movement
• Clarity of vision at 20 inches or less
• Must be able to fulfill essential job function in a consistent state of alertness and safe manner

Minimum Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma (or equivalent)
• Minimum of 12 months as an Engineering Associate II with TMI or equivalent experience in Traffic Control Design

PAY:

The pay range for candidates who will work in Long Beach, CA is $22.00-$30.00 per hour. The final pay rate offered to a successful candidate will be dependent on several factors that may include but are not limited to the type and years of experience within the job, type, and years of experience within the industry, education, etc. Traffic Management, Inc. is a multi-state employer, and this Salary range may not reflect positions in other states.