Signal Design Technician

City of Ottawa; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 71,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Ottawa is seeking a Traffic Signal Designer to join the Public Works Department. This role involves planning and coordinating the installation of traffic control signals and related infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in civil engineering and traffic signal design, possessing a valid Ontario driver's license. The position offers a competitive salary and the opportunity to contribute to the safer movement of traffic within the city.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in traffic signal design and civil engineering.
• Knowledge of Ontario Traffic Manuals and Provincial Standards is desirable.
• Must have a valid Ontario G class driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for design and installation of traffic signals and related infrastructure.
• Act as interim inspector to ensure adherence to safety and contract specifications.
• Coordinate work to minimize disruption to the public and municipal services.

Skills

AutoCAD

Civil Engineering

Traffic Plant Design

Surveying Techniques

Education

Completion of 2 year community college program in drafting technology

Tools

Microstation

GPS

Photo Editing Software

Job description

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Requisition ID: 18210
Department: Public Works Dept.
Service: Traffic Services
Branch:Traffic Operations Branch
Employment Type: 1 Full-time Temporary-Up to 2 years
Work Hours: 35.00hours per week
Affiliation: CUPE 503 Inside/Outside
Salary Information: $71,715.28- $83,909.28 annually (2024 rates of pay)
Location: 175 Loretta Street
City: Ottawa, ON
Job Category: Engineering
Application Close:02/07/2025

JOB SUMMARY

The Signal & Street Lighting Design & Construction Coordination unit is responsible for planning, organizing and coordinating the efficient installation of new traffic control signals and related infrastructure which includes:

• Installation of new traffic signals/rebuilding of existing traffic signals, in conjunction with road construction and intersection modification projects;
• Management of the installation, modification, maintenance and repair of traffic signals, traffic cameras and red-light cameras;
• Civil engineering aspects of traffic signal design, such as flashing beacons, overhead sign support structures, underground traffic plant, vehicle detectors, variable message signs, directly related signs and pavement markings.

You are responsible for the design of traffic signal layouts that meet technical, legal and field requirements, and act as interim inspector of underground traffic plant to ensure adherence to contract specifications, drawings and on-site safety, and to ensure that all associated work is coordinated with minimum disruption to the public and municipal services.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Completion of 2 year community college program in drafting technology

Minimum of 5 years of experience in traffic signal design, geometric design and civil engineering Inspection/field layout

CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENCES

Certified Engineering Technologist (CET) or Certified Technician (C.Tech.) with OACETT is desirable

KNOWLEDGE

• Knowledge of AutoCAD and computer aided drafting techniques, Microstation, surveying techniques as related to roadway geometry/construction using GPS and conventional methods.
• Surveying techniques related to road geometry
• Traffic plant design and installation
• Ontario Traffic Manuals (OTM) and Books 5,6,7,11,12
• Ontario Provincial Standards and Specifications (OPSS) and Ontario Provincial Standards of Design (OPSD) and city standards
• Microstation, AutoCAD and Autoturn and conventional drafting techniques
• Highway Traffic Act
• Photo editing software
• Must possess the training, experience and knowledge to organize the work and its performance
• Must be familiar with all applicable health and safety legislation, have knowledge of any potential or actual danger to health or safety in the work place, and have knowledge of appropriate actions to be taken in order to ensure the health and safety of staff in accordance with applicable legislation and city policies and procedures
  

COMPETENCIES, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

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• Language Requirement:English oral, reading, writing
• Driver’s License Requirement: A valid Ontario unrestricted G class driver’s license (or provincial equivalent) with no more than 6 demerit points accumulated
• You may initially be paid 95% of your starting rate of pay, in accordance with the collective agreement.
• Experience and formal training combined with demonstrated performance and ability may substitute for stipulated academic requirements.
• Please save a copy of the job poster. Once the closing date has passed, it will no longer be available.

We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

The City of Ottawa promotes the principles of diversity and inclusion and adheres to the tenets of the Canadian Human Rights Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code. We encourage applications from members of Indigenous, Black and other racialized communities, persons with disabilities, women and non-binary persons, persons of all ethnic origins, religions, sexual orientations, classes, gender identities and expressions.
Candidates are encouraged to self-identify as a member of one or more designated employment equity groups in the self-identification questionnaire.

The City of Ottawa provides accommodation to applicants during all parts of the hiring process, upon request. If contacted to proceed to the selection process, please advise us if you require any accommodation.

Accessible formats and communication supports are available upon request. Please contact the Employee Service Centre at 613-580-2424 extension 12211 or via email at [e-mail] .