Traffic Engineering Intern (Part-Time)

City-of-Beaumont,-Texas; Beaumont (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Beaumont is seeking a on-site Traffic Field Investigator to perform field studies, traffic counts, and data collection. The role requires strong map-reading skills, basic drawing ability, and proficiency with Word and Excel.

You will work outside in varying weather, interact with the public, and maintain detailed records of findings. Applicants should have a high school diploma (or equivalent) with math/computer coursework; experience with personal computers is desirable, and a valid

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with math/computer courses.
• Experience operating personal computers desired.
• Good map-reading and basic drawing abilities may be required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field investigations of sight restrictions, speed, delays, parking issues, and traffic device requests.
• Set up intersection counters to determine need for signals and equipment; perform turning movement counts.
• Record accident reports and conduct special studies; may perform parking surveys; produce simple drawings.
• Maintain contact with the public and generate reports from collected data.

Skills

Line drawings

Data entry

Map reading

MS Word

MS Excel

Public interaction

Education

High school diploma

Math & computers coursework

Tools

Calculator

Personal computer

Job description

Essential Job Functions: Makes field investigations regarding sight restrictions, speed and delay studies, parking problems and traffic control device requests; sets up counters at different intersections to determine the need for signals and other traffic equipment; performs turning movement counts at intersections; records accident reports; conducts special studies at intersections; may occasionally be asked to perform special parking surveys; conducts curve speed checks and radar speed checks; maintains contact with the public; makes drawings regarding complaints received; enters data into and retrieves data from personal computer;

Other Job Functions: Performs other duties as required. Job description statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job title. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.

This position requires 100% on-site work. Works inside and outside in all kinds of weather; is exposed to accidents due to traffic hazards.

Knowledge:

Some knowledge of geographic location of city streets.

Skills/Abilities:

Ability to make simple line drawings; ability to operate or learn to operate calculator and computer; ability to read maps; ability to work outside for extended periods of time; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisor, fellow employees and the public; proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel is needed for generating reports based on data collection.

Physical Requirements:

Essential: Constantly sees and hears; frequently stands, sits, bends and lifts objects weighing up to 30 lbs.

Education/Experience:

Graduation from high school or equivalent including courses in mathematics and computers, or sufficient background to acquire necessary experience rapidly; experience in the operation of personal computers desired.

This position requires 100% on-site work. Must possess a valid Class C driver’s license with a good driving record. Other state valid Driver’s License equivalent to Texas Class C with a good driving record will be considered. Texas state law requires within 30 days of residency, you must possess a valid Texas driver’s license. Applicant selected for hire will be subject to a background investigation and drug/alcohol screen test.

The City of Beaumont provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, The City of Beaumont will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation or other assistance contact a Human Resources representative at [phone] or through RELAY Texas at 1-800-735-2989 or mail your request to P.O. Box 3827, Beaumont, Texas 77704.

The City may consider all related education and/or experience in determining the applicant's minimum qualifications and starting salary.