Part-Time RTMC Operator: 24/7 Traffic Dispatch & Tech

Metric Engineering, Inc.; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Part time

Job summary

Metric Engineering is seeking a Part-Time Regional Transportation Management Center (RTMC) Operator in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. The successful candidate will monitor roadways, coordinate incident responses with partnering agencies, and utilize advanced technology for traffic management. Excellent communication and computer skills are required, and candidates must be able to work various shifts, including weekends. This position offers an opportunity to work in an innovative and critical environment in transportation management.

Qualifications

• Must be able to work various shifts including weekdays and weekends.
• Ability to work 8-12 hour shifts and up to 30 hours a week.
• Excellent communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and manage roadways using customized software.
• Coordinate with agencies to expedite responses to incidents.
• Provide traveler information in the Southeast Florida area.

Skills

Proficient computer skills

Teamwork

Multi-tasking

Excellent communication

Dispatch or customer service experience

Job description

*No Experience Required!*

Metric Engineering is looking to hire Part-Time Regional Transportation Management Center (RTMC) Operators in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. The RTMC utilizes Intelligent Transportation System (ITS) devices such as cameras and dynamic message signs to monitor the roadways and provide traveler information in the Southeast Florida area. The RTMC Operator coordinates with partnering agencies to expedite response to incidents and promote quick clearance. The TMC dispatches Road Rangers and works with cutting edge technology including traffic signals, Connected Vehicles (CV), freeway management, arterial roadway management, express lanes and more. Operators will monitor and manage the roads using customized software for the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT).

What you should bring:

• Must be able to work various shifts from day-time to night-time, weekdays and weekends as operations are 24/7
• Ability to work 8-12 hour shifts and up to 30 hours a week
• Proficient computer skills are a MUST
• Ability to work in a team, prioritize and multi-task in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication skills
• Must be able to pass a Drug Screen and FBI Background check
• Dispatch or customer service experience a plus
  
  
  

About Us:

Metric Engineering, Inc. was founded in 1976 on the principle of providing personalized consulting engineering services. Today, we are among the top consulting engineering firms specializing in civil and transportation projects. In the last four decades, Metric has successfully completed numerous large, complex transportation projects in the United States and abroad. Our multi-disciplinary workforce and strategically located regional offices enable us to provide both maximized local responsiveness and a diversified technical base.

EOE Statement:

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, sexual orientation, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.