Job Description

Description

IDAHO TRANSPORTATION DEPARTMENT

Applications will be accepted through 4:59 PM MST on the posting end date

Do you want to make a difference and be part of an award-winning agency, dedicated to enhancing the quality of life in Idaho through transportation?

At the Idaho Transportation Department, every employee is critical to the mission and we strive to foster an innovative, collaborative workplace where employees can grow and do their best work.

The Idaho Transportation Department is hiring a Transportation Technician Senior for our District 1, Coeur d'Alene office. This is an entry-level position, the first step in the Transportation Technician Engineering Career Path series. The successful candidate will be a self-starter, enthusiastic learner, and constructive team member.

This position is the first step in the Transportation Technician Senior Horizontal Career Path series.

ITD has created horizontal career paths in order to create high-caliber technicians and better career advancement opportunities for our employees. We encourage our employees to be authentic and provide them with a meaningful welcoming environment where all opinions are valued, celebrated, and respected. Diversity of thought and unique perspectives drive innovation, engagement, and retention, which makes ITD better and brings value to our communities.

This is a career that provides an opportunity to be a part of a variety of public infrastructure development projects in a region that has a rapidly changing landscape. With ITD's horizontal career path, you will be able to gain experience in developing and constructing highway projects and focus on what you enjoy best! Employees are encouraged to find what works best for them, utilizing their strengths and providing them control of their career path in this booming industry.

The Transportation Technician Senior Horizontal Career Path consists of 3 steps. Wages increase after the successful completion of each step in the career path as outlined below:

Starting wage: $23.33
Completion of Step One: $25.14
Completion of Step Two: $27.65
Completion of Step Three: $30.51

Example of Duties

Good knowledge of CADD - Modeling, computer aided Drafting
Assess contractor activities including: inspection, proper installation sequencing, schedule compliance, and contract requirements.
Inspect, observe and ensure a construction project is constructed in accordance with contract plans and specifications
Maintain accurate daily record of the work (labor, equipment, materials, quantities)
Coordinate, perform, and/or supervise technical engineering work in the field, or office.
Compute, check, and verify quantities, materials, costs, and final contractor payments;
Assist licensed engineers in developing and designing highway construction projects.
Review and draft construction plans under the supervision of a licensed engineer.

Minimum Qualifications:

Good knowledge of:

Computer systems and applications used in engineering/construction and maintenance.

To qualify, applicants must have at least 6 months of work experience in the following:

Using construction plans, blueprints, drawings, specifications, maps, charts, graphs, manuals, schematics, and/or Geographical Information Systems (GIS) data;
Providing direction, training, or assistance to others on engineering, design, construction, roadway maintenance projects, or other applicable work assignments;
Identifying and organizing materials, tools, or equipment for construction, roadway maintenance, engineering, design projects or other applicable assignments.

Licensure: Valid driver's license.

NOTE: Your application and resume must support your answers on the exam.

Supplemental Information

To learn more about the department, please visit the . Make a difference in your community and in the lives of the citizens of Idaho!

Benefits:

The State of Idaho offers a robust total compensation package, including medical, vision, and dental insurance; PERSI retirement benefits; paid sick, vacation, and parental leave; and 11 paid holidays per year. For additional information related to benefits and/or State programs, please visit https://dhr.idaho.gov/StateEmployees/Benefits.html.*

EEO/ADA/Veteran:

The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334-2263 (TTY/TTD: 711), or email .

Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.

This job was posted on Fri Jan 12 2024 and expired on Mon Jan 29 2024.

Minimum $41K /yr

$46K /yr Average

Maximum $51K /yr

Tasks

Study traffic delays by noting times of delays, the numbers of vehicles affected, and vehicle speed through the delay area.

Interact with the public to answer traffic-related questions, respond to complaints or requests, or discuss traffic control ordinances, plans, policies, or procedures.

Prepare graphs, charts, diagrams, or other aids to illustrate observations or conclusions.

Analyze data related to traffic flow, accident rates, or proposed development to determine the most efficient methods to expedite traffic flow.

Prepare work orders for repair, maintenance, or changes in traffic systems.

Plan, design, and improve components of traffic control systems to accommodate current or projected traffic and to increase usability and efficiency.

Compute time settings for traffic signals or speed restrictions, using standard formulas.

Prepare drawings of proposed signal installations or other control devices, using drafting instruments or computer-automated drafting equipment.

Study factors affecting traffic conditions, such as lighting or sign and marking visibility, to assess their effectiveness.

Gather and compile data from hand count sheets, machine count tapes, or radar speed checks and code data for computer input.

Measure and record the speed of vehicular traffic, using electrical timing devices or radar equipment.

Lay out pavement markings for striping crews.

Provide technical supervision regarding traffic control devices to other traffic technicians or laborers.

Operate counters and record data to assess the volume, type, and movement of vehicular or pedestrian traffic at specified times.

Place and secure automatic counters, using power tools, and retrieve counters after counting periods end.

Review traffic control or barricade plans to issue permits for parades or other special events or for construction work that affects rights of way, providing assistance with plan preparation or revision, as necessary.

Time stoplights or other delays, using stopwatches.

Maintain or make minor adjustments or field repairs to equipment used in surveys, including the replacement of parts on traffic data gathering devices.

Visit development or work sites to determine projects' effect on traffic and the adequacy of traffic control and safety plans or to suggest traffic control measures.

Establish procedures for street closures or for repair or construction projects.

Provide traffic information, such as road conditions, to the public.

Monitor street or utility projects for compliance to traffic control permit conditions.

Develop plans or long-range strategies for providing adequate parking space.

Interview motorists about specific intersections or highways to gather road-condition information for use in planning.

Skills

Reading Comprehension - Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.

Active Listening - Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.

Writing - Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.

Speaking - Talking to others to convey information effectively.

Critical Thinking - Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.

Monitoring - Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.

Complex Problem Solving - Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.

Judgment and Decision Making - Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.

Knowledge

Clerical - Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files and records, stenography and transcription, designing forms, and other office procedures and terminology.

Customer and Personal Service - Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.

Computers and Electronics - Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.

Engineering and Technology - Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services.

Design - Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.

Building and Construction - Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or repair of houses, buildings, or other structures such as highways and roads.

Mechanical - Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.

Mathematics - Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.

Education and Training - Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects.

English Language - Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.

Public Safety and Security - Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective local, state, or national security operations for the protection of people, data, property, and institutions.

Law and Government - Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulations, executive orders, agency rules, and the democratic political process.

Transportation - Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea, or road, including the relative costs and benefits.