Lead Traffic Monitoring Technician

at  Manitoba Government

LEAD TRAFFIC MONITORING TECHNICIAN

EA4 Engineering Aid 4
Regular/full-time
Department of Transportation and Infrastructure
Traffic Engineering, Engineering Technical Services
Headingley MB
Advertisement Number: 43660
Salary(s): EA4 $56,202.00 - $68,744.00 per year
Closing Date: February 6, 2025
The Manitoba government recognizes the importance of building an exemplary public service reflective of the citizens it serves, where diverse abilities, backgrounds, cultures, identities, languages and perspectives drives a high standard of service and innovation. The Manitoba government supports equitable employment practices and promotes representation of designated groups (women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, visible minorities).
Employment Equity is a factor in selection for this competition. Consideration will be given to women, Indigenous people and persons with disabilities.
An eligibility list may be created for similar positions and will remain in effect for 12 months.
Candidates who do not meet all essential criteria may be considered on an underfill basis at a commensurate rate of pay.
The Traffic Engineering Branch is responsible for managing and directing the installation, maintenance and operation of all traffic control devices including traffic signals, major signs, flashing lights and pedestrian corridors and traffic guardrails, establishing standards and policies for the installation and maintenance of all traffic control devices, conducting speed limit reviews, monitoring traffic volumes, conducting intersection counts and providing traffic engineering expertise on traffic control within Engineering and Technical Services and other departments and jurisdictions.
To be considered, you must submit an application form along with your resume.
Click here to access the application form.

Conditions of Employment:

• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada
• Must possess and maintain a valid Full Class 5F Manitoba Driver’s license.
• Must be able to travel throughout the province by ground and air transportation and stay overnight as required.
• Must be able to work overtime as needed.
• Must be physically capable to perform the duties that are associated with this position, including bending, twisting, and standing for extended periods of time and be able to lift and carry up to 45 kg (100lbs).
• Must be able to work in all-weather environments, within work site hazards such as noise and dust, and wear personal protective equipment when required.

Qualifications:

Essential:

• Completion of a Civil Engineering Technology Diploma, Civil Technician Certificate OR Electronics Engineering Technology Diploma OR completion of Manitoba Transportation and Infrastructures department Level 3 training courses (or working towards) OR an acceptable equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Knowledge and understanding of Occupational Safety, Health and Risk Management policies and procedures.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Effective interpersonal skills.
• Effective organizational and time management skills.
• Experience with Microsoft Office software package (Word, Excel and Outlook).
• Effective written communication skills and ability to generate records and reports.
• Effective verbal communication skills.
• Experience conducting traffic counts and installing traffic monitoring equipment.

Duties:
Under the general supervision of the Senior Monitoring Technician, the Lead Traffic Monitoring Technician works in an advanced technical environment requiring specialized technical ability and has Lead Hand responsibility for department staff on project sites. The Lead Traffic Monitoring Technician performs advanced technical functions to collect, compile and analyze traffic monitoring data, and is responsible for independent decisions related to monitoring and coordinating the construction of multiple traffic monitoring installations while ensuring department standards, specifications, policies, procedures and practices are followed. Precision and accuracy of work is essential to ensure quality traffic data output meeting the department’s needs for planning, design and programming.

Please refer the Job description for details