Traffic Management Center Technician I

WSP in the U.S.; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The Traffic Management Center Technician I at WSP USA in Chattanooga, TN oversees ITS devices and traffic control systems during night and weekend shifts. This role supports TDOT coordination and incident response as part of the Mobility Operations Team.

Responsibilities include monitoring devices, logging incidents, assisting with data collection, and communicating roadway conditions to partners. Both full-time and part-time openings are available.

Qualifications

• High School diploma is required.
• 0-2 years of experience with a TMC type facility and/or traffic management.
• Strong oral and written communication.
• Computer/Software – MS Office applications, spreadsheets and databases.

Responsibilities

• Monitor ITS devices and take action per SOPs.
• Manage traffic incidents.
• Coordinate responses for roadway concerns.
• Log incidents and call logs in the database.
• Assist data collection for system performance and troubleshooting.
• Identify and document device failures with TDOT; issue repair work orders.
• Receive roadwork notices and coordinate department responses.
• Answer inquiries about TMC/ITS operations and provide data.

Skills

Oral and written communication

MS Office Suite

Analytical and organizational skills

Team collaboration with TDOT staff

Digital roadway maps knowledge

Education

High School diploma

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Traffic Management Center Technician I

WSP is currently initiating the search for a Traffic Management Center Technician I. This position will work out of our Chattanooga, TN office and will cover night and weekend shifts. Both full-time and part-time positions are available.

This Opportunity

Be involved in projects with our Mobility Operations Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our client’s objectives and solves their challenges.

Your Impact

• Provide human monitoring and operation of Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) devices and other traffic control devices, and take appropriate actions based upon guidance from current and future SOPs.
• Traffic Incident Management
• Coordination of responses for roadway concerns
• Database entry for all activities related to incidents, special events, roadway concerns, and call logs.
• Assist in traffic data collection for system performance of troubleshooting using manual and automated data collection and surveillance features of the ATMS/ITS and other TMC systems.
• Assist Tennessee DOT (TDOT) with identifying, troubleshooting, and documenting device failures, establish repair priorities, and issue work orders for repairs of failed devices.
• Receive and respond to notice of roadwork, highway incidents, special event information, incidents and/or situations affecting the Department, requests for assistance (TDOT and other), or reports regarding the malfunction or concern for any State-owned equipment, infrastructure or asset.
• Answer phone inquiries and coordinate the Department's response with operational partners and provide them with information on roadway conditions.
• Respond to inquiries about TMC/ITS operations as directed by the State.
• Inquiry responses may involve email transmittal's, telephone conversations, providing supporting data for evaluation and use by the State, and preparation of reports.
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company resources and conduct and adhere to WSP's Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP's health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies

Required Qualifications

• High School diploma
• 0-2 years of experience with a TMC type facility and/or traffic management
• Strong oral and written communication
• Computer/Software – including MS Office applications, spreadsheets and databases
• Analytical and organizational skills
• Capable of working well with co-workers and TDOT staff
• Must have the ability to use digital roadway maps and have a working knowledge of roadway elements
• All candidates must successfully pass a Criminal History Background Check.

About WSP

WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.

www.wsp.com

WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career.

At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started?

Equal Opportunity

WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.

Eligibility

The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.

Notice To Third Party Agencies

WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to WSP in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where WSP has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of WSP and WSP will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation – no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.