Traffic and Transportation Technologist

City of Greater Sudbury; Greater Sudbury; On-site; Full time

Job summary

The City of Greater Sudbury is seeking a Transportation Technologist to support traffic control and planning initiatives. This role involves designing specifications, conducting studies, and providing public information on transportation issues. The ideal candidate will have a diploma in Civil Engineering, relevant experience, and strong communication skills. This is a limited position with a pay range of $34.10 to $43.02 per hour, with the possibility of a development opportunity.

Qualifications

• 2.5 to 5 years of related experience required.
• Familiarity with Transportation Modelling software is essential.

Responsibilities

• Design and prepare specifications for traffic control devices.
• Conduct transportation planning studies and technical evaluations.
• Provide information and recommendations on traffic issues.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Report Writing

Research Skills

Analytical Skills

Organizational Skills

English

French

Education

Community College Diploma in Civil Engineering

Membership in Ontario Association of Certified Technicians

Tools

Transportation Modelling Software

Windows Software

Job description

Job Description

Section: Transportation and Innovation Support

Division: Infrastructure Capital Planning

Department: Growth and Infrastructure

Initial Reporting Location: Frobisher

Job Status: Limited Position (backfill of a Special Project)

Estimated Probable Duration: until December 31, 2027

Number of Vacancies: 1

Affiliation: CUPE 4705 Inside Unit

Hours of Work: 70 hours bi-weekly

Shift Work Required: n/a

Range of Pay: Group 12 - $34.10 to $43.02 per hour

The start date will follow the selection process.

Characteristic Duties: Under the general supervision of the Traffic and Asset Management Supervisor.

• Design and prepare specifications and estimates for the construction or upgrading of all traffic control devices.
• Gather information and assist in producing forecast analysis relating to the construction of new and upgraded roadways.
• Assist in the administration of CGS’s Traffic Signal Maintenance Contract.
• Conduct long and short range transportation planning studies as directed.
• Conduct technical evaluations related to types of traffic control (i.e. signal timing, progressive systems, capacity and collision analysis, trip generation analysis and other traffic operational studies) and program traffic control devices.
• Design and prepare signal layout drawings, prepare request for surveys and work with draftspersons in the preparation of traffic signal plant drawings.
• Develop, utilize, maintain and/or oversee data collection and analysis program required for various planning, operational, construction and/or maintenance activities (e.g. collision retrieval, collision analysis, transportation model, asset management, capacity analysis, traffic volume, traffic signal optimization). Assist in the interpretation and evaluation of the output.
• Keep abreast of new technologies, studies and programs in the traffic and transportation field and evaluate them for implementation into the Sections work program.
• Investigate complaints and enquiries, supplying information directly to the public, staff and other agencies.
• Provide information, advice and recommendations pertaining to traffic and transportation issues to the general public and for reports to other Departments, Committees and Council.
• Approve and issue various special permits as set out in the By-laws (e.g. Wide Load, Special Occasion, Temporary Street Closure, Sidewalk Café, etc.).
• Organize and/or conduct data collection projects/studies; tabulate, summarize, analyze and report on data collection and provide recommendations.
• Review building permit applications and access control applications for compliance to standard guidelines.
• Provide comments and recommendations regarding traffic and transportation operation in relation to Subdivision Agreements, Official Plan Amendments, Consent and Committee of Adjustment Applications, Site Plan Control Agreements, Building Permits and Re-zoning applications. Assist in reviewing traffic impact and transportation studies submitted by engineering consultants.
• Participate on various committees and community projects to evaluate road safety programs and initiatives as required.
• Provide support to the Emergency Operations Centre (EOC) on a 24/7 basis as required, in the event of a declared emergency or disaster.
• Develop and maintain a thorough working knowledge of CGS's Safety Manual and the applicable Provincial Legislation listed therein.
• Perform other related duties as required.
  
  

Qualifications

• Successful completion of a Community College Diploma as a Technologist in Civil Engineering or Transportation Technology.
• Over two and one half (2½) years up to and including five (5) years of directly related experience.
• Membership or eligible for membership in the Ontario Association of Certified Technicians and Technologists.
• Demonstrate familiarity with Transportation Modelling software.
• Demonstrate ability related to microcomputer software and administrative systems in a Windows environment (e.g. word processing, computerized spreadsheet applications, information input and retrieval).
• Demonstrate interpersonal skills in dealing with the public in a courteous and effective manner.
• Demonstrate report writing skills.
• Ability to demonstrate research, analytical and organizational skills.
• Excellent use of English; verbally and in writing.
• French verbal and written skills an asset.
• Satisfactory health, attendance and former employment history.
• Must be physically capable of operating a vehicle safely, possess a valid driver’s licence, have an acceptable driving record, and personal insurance coverage.
  
  

Competencies: Competency Library - Level 2 Proficiency (Individual Contributor)

This job is also being posted as a development opportunity. Should there be no fully qualified candidate for this position, a candidate who can be expected to meet the required qualifications within a reasonable period of time may be considered for this position as a development opportunity.

Development opportunity range of pay: $31.79 to $39.50 per hour. The successful candidate will be paid at the reduced range until the minimum qualifications have been met.

How To Apply

If you are viewing this job posting through a website other than the City of Greater Sudbury's, please visit www.greatersudbury.ca/jobs to apply online.

We must receive your resume before 11:59 p.m. on Wednesday, May 21, 2025. For those providing a French language resume, please also include an English version.

• Click on the Apply for Job button.
• Follow the step by step application process.
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All applicants are thanked for their interest in this position. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. If contacted, and you require a disability related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process you must advise the Hiring Manager.

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