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Junior Traffic Engineer

Req ID
2023-25640
Dept
Traffic Division
Position
Regular Full-Time
Location
Btd Traffic Management
Salary Min
57,365.97
Salary Max
80,118.96
Union
AFJ
Openings
1
Posting End Date
3/26/2024
Contact Email
meghan.oneil@boston.gov

Overview:

This is a provisional appointment.

Brief Job Description (essential function of the job):

Under general supervision, with latitude provided for independent problem solving, performs professional traffic engineering work of moderate difficulty and importance relating to traffic engineering in the Traffic Management Center.

Responsibilities:

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

 

  • Monitors traffic flow and make adjustments to traffic signal timing from the traffic management center.
  • Identifies malfunctioning traffic signals and makes repair calls.
  • Reviews and assists with the preparation of traffic studies and analysis.
  • Monitors construction activities from the traffic management center using video cameras: notifies contractors (i.e.; Boston Water and Sewer Commission, NSTAR, etc.) in violation of permit work restrictions and of impeding traffic flow.
  • Prepares traffic engineering plans using AutoCAD.
  • Collects data and manages data collection programs.
  • Verifies that traffic signal timing is consistent with time space diagrams.
  • Performs related work as required.

Minimum Entrance Qualifications:

  • Applicants must have at least two (2) years of full-time, or equivalent part-time, experience in traffic or transportation engineering.  Ability to exercise good judgment and focus on detail as required by the job.  A bachelor's degree in Civil or Electrical Engineering, FE/EIT (Fundamentals of Engineering/Engineer In Training) certificate, SYNCHRO and AutoCAD experience is preferred. 
  • Must have and maintain a current Massachusetts driver's license.

 

SUBSTITUTION:

  • A bachelor's degree or higher in Civil or Electrical Engineering may be substituted for the required experience.
  • The work schedule will be Monday - Friday, 11:00 am to 7:00 pm.
  • The work schedule may be modified from time to time and may include evening, nighttime and weekend hours.    
  • Required to work any and all emergencies as directed by the Commissioner or designee.

 

Boston Residency Required.

 

Terms:

Union/Salary Plan/Grade:  AFSCME/RA-16A

Hours per week:  35

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