Traffic Technician

City of Windsor; Windsor; On-site; CAD 89,459,000 - 105,103,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Windsor is seeking a Traffic Technician to support traffic data collection and analysis, field surveys, and coordination of counts and studies. You will work with multiple departments to organize detour plans and safety reviews.

Ideal candidates will have a Transportation Engineering Technologist Diploma, OA CETT eligibility, and strong Microsoft Office skills, plus a valid driver’s license for field travel.

Qualifications

• Three-year Transportation Engineering Technologist Diploma or equivalent.
• Experience with Microsoft Office, especially Excel, Word, Outlook.
• Eligible for certification as Engineering Technician (OA CETT).
• Ability to travel to field locations with valid driver’s license.
• Familiar with the Highway Capacity Manual.
• Strong math and traffic survey skills.

Responsibilities

• Independently conducts yearly traffic counts and analyzes data.
• Coordinates summer staff for field surveys and counts at various locations.
• Maintains accurate files of traffic data and studies.
• Prepares comments on Street and Alley Closing Committee applications.

Skills

Public relations skills

Oral and written communication

Mathematics proficiency

Traffic survey techniques

Education

Transportation Engineering Technologist Diploma

Engineering Technician certification (OA CETT)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Driver's license

Job description

Why Windsor?

Forward. Together. — Discover a career that connects purpose with possibility. At the City of Windsor, our employees thrive in a collaborative environment that values organizational excellence, community impact, and offers competitive benefitsthat supports professional growth.Located in Southwestern Ontario on the banks of the Detroit River and Lake St. Clair, Windsor is just minutes from downtown Detroit, Michigan and the north shores of Lake Erie, which is home to over 25 local wineries, craft breweries and distilleries. Windsor boasts world class entertainment,state-of-the-art facilities,iconic food, temperate climate, magnificent waterfront parks &gardens and an innovative workforce with demonstrated capacity in automotive, advanced manufacturing, transportation, life sciences, education and tourism. With affordable living, a diverse community, and a growing economy, Windsor offers a lifestyle as fulfilling as the work we do. Come join a team that reflects the city it serves.

Job Title:

Traffic Technician

Job Posting Number:

2026-0287

Posting Type:

Internal and External

Posting Period:

Friday, August 14, 2026, at 8:30 a.m. to Thursday, August 20, 2026, at 4:30 p.m.

Department:

Operations

Union:

C.U.P.E. Local 543

Position Status:

Regular Full-Time

Job Code:

543123

Grade/Class:

0.12

Number of Positions:

1

Rate of Pay:

$31.22 - $36.68 per hour

Hours of Work per Week:

40 hours

Shift Work Required:

No

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Independentlyundertakes, inputs, tabulates and reviews yearly, average daily traffic counts;
• Coordinates summer students and other staff in conducting turning movement counts, warrant studies and surveys all of which require travel to field locations
• Maintains accurate files, including computer files, of traffic volume and warrant studies;
• Reviews and arranges detour routes in cooperation with other Departments, utilities and contractors;
• Prepares collision diagrams and accident statistics;
• Provides training and assistance to those assisting in surveys and studies
• Reviews applications and prepares comments related to Street and Alley Closing Committee;
• Reviews and makes recommendations regarding site line obstructions and other traffic related matters;
• Reviews and makes recommendations for personal handicap parking spaces;
• Attends various meetings as required including pre-construction meetings and Street and Alley Closing Committee Meetings;
• Handles general complaints from the public and City Council and prepares responses as required;
• Maintains amiable relations with the public and fellow staff.
• Will perform Occupational Health & Safety duties as outlined in the Corporation’s Health and Safety Program;
• Will perform other related duties as required;

Qualifications:

• Must have a three (3) year Transportation Engineering Technologist Diploma from a Community College or Ontario Ministry of Education equivalency;
• Must have over six (6) months of experience working in a computerized and traffic/transportation environment utilizing the Microsoft Office Suite of Products, particularly Outlook, Word and Excel;
• Must be eligible for certification as an Engineering Technician from O.A.C.E.T.T.;
• Must have the ability to travel to off site locations in a timely and expedient manner as required. If method of travel is by vehicle, a current valid and lawful Driver's License is required in accordance with the Highway Traffic Act and must provide a driver’s abstract as a condition of employment;
• Must be familiar with the Highway Capacity Manual;
• Must be proficient in mathematics and traffic survey techniques;
• Must have proven oral and written skills as well as public relations skills;

Physical Demands:

• The physical demands analysis associated with this job indicates a heavy level of work;
• Must complete a post-offer agility test in an effort to assist the successful candidate in completing the position tasks safely and to aid in minimizing injuries on the job.

The City of Windsor is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a workplace that reflects the diverse community we serve.

Note:

• Only those applicants selected for an interview will be acknowledged
• We offer a smoke-free and scent-safe office environment
• Personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act, c. 25 as amended, and will be used to determine eligibility for employment.

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, the City of Windsor will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities. If selected to participate in the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please inform the City of Windsor Human Resources staff of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used to ensure your equal participation.