Traffic Engineering Trainee: GIS & Plans Review

City of Columbus; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Columbus, Department of Public Service, Division of Traffic Management, is seeking an entry-level Professional Engineer to develop and apply temporary traffic control concepts across daily operations and events.

Under supervision, the role reviews utility permits, coordinates with construction projects, and collaborates with city divisions and external partners to ensure safe, compliant traffic control within the public right-of-way.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering required.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Experience with GIS and map reviews preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review utility installation permits.
• Coordinate with construction projects.
• Collaborate with City Divisions and external stakeholders to ensure proper temporary traffic control.
• Review engineering plans and designs.
• Prepare estimates and support data; conduct site inspections.

Skills

GIS proficiency

Permit review

Interdepartmental coordination

Technical report writing

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Tools

Geographical Information Systems (GIS)

Job description

City of Columbus, Department of Public Service, Division of Traffic Management, is seeking an entry-level Professional Engineer to develop and apply temporary traffic control concepts across daily operations and events.

Under supervision, the role reviews utility permits, coordinates with construction projects, and collaborates with city divisions and external partners to ensure safe, compliant traffic control within the public right-of-way.