Traffic Signals Engineering Technician - Field & Data Ops

GovFirst; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

GovFirst is seeking an Engineering Technician to support traffic signal operations in Suffolk, VA. The role focuses on field reviews, data collection, and documentation for roadway infrastructure and ~189 traffic signals.

The ideal candidate will manage plan sheets, datasets, and timing models, while coordinating with field staff and management. This full-time position requires independent work and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Experience with field data collection, field reviews, inspections, or verification of roadway infrastructure.
• Ability to enter accurately, maintain, reconcile, and manage large amounts of data.
• Ability to interpret work plans, task orders, drawings, or related documentation and verify field conditions.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple assignments while meeting deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with computers and commonly used software applications.
• Ability to work outdoors along highways and in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to work safely around traffic, roadway infrastructure, and electronic/traffic signal equipment.
• Ability to respond to changing operational requirements, including emergency assignments and short-notice work.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and assemble plan sheets, task orders, datasets, and other documentation to support signal shop operations.
• Conduct field reviews of work plans and verify actual site conditions at roadway and traffic signal locations.
• Drive a state-owned vehicle to remote field locations and coordinate with maintenance personnel to obtain access to equipment and work areas.
• Collect, document, and validate field information related to roadway and traffic signal infrastructure.
• Assemble and maintain signal timing models and related information for approximately 189 traffic signals.
• Reconcile work plans, field information, and datasets with signal shop personnel and management.
• Perform accurate and timely data entry and maintain detailed data records.
• Access and work with critical information systems and networks supporting roadway infrastructure and electronic assets.
• Apply knowledge of roadway operations and maintenance, including data collection, pavement markings, pavement markers and messages, traffic signs, guardrails, and related roadway infrastructure.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors, maintenance personnel, signal shop staff, and management regarding field findings and work-plan requirements.
• Work independently while managing multiple assignments, priorities, and deadlines.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by supervisory staff or project management.

Skills

Roadway operations knowledge

Field data collection

Data entry and reconciliation

Communication skills

Independent work

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

GovFirst is seeking an Engineering Technician to support traffic signal operations in Suffolk, VA. The role focuses on field reviews, data collection, and documentation for roadway infrastructure and ~189 traffic signals.

The ideal candidate will manage plan sheets, datasets, and timing models, while coordinating with field staff and management. This full-time position requires independent work and strong communication skills.