Transportation Technician - Victoria, Canada - The Corporation of The City of Victoria

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Job Description:


Competition #23/182

Internal/External Posting

Closing date:
August 22, 2023

Transportation Technician (Continuous)

Engineering & Public Works Department

POSITION FUNCTION
Coordinate, implement, administer and evaluate programs and projects related to Transportation Planning and Engineering.


KEY DUTIES


Coordinate transportation planning and engineering initiatives, revitalisation and safety related; represent the department in an advisory, liaison and resources capacity to consultants, advisory groups, government agencies and community representatives, facilitate community meetings; prepare and present related transportation reports with recommendations to committee of the whole, advisory committees, community groups and outside agencies.

Provide instruction and information to other staff as required.


Respond to enquiries and complaints from the public, outside agencies and other departments; liaise with and provide technical information and advice on transportation and development issues to staff, consultants and outside agencies regarding on-street regulations, bylaws, traffic movement, cycling, pedestrian flow, design requirements, parking and loading zones; conduct site inspections to review the work of city crews and contractors.

Perform related duties where qualified.


INDEPENDENCE
Work is reviewed through meetings and reports to supervisor.

Issues involving policy and matters for council are discussed with supervisor.


WORKING CONDITIONS

Physical Effort:

Lift and move heavy equipment and materials. (rare)

Dexterity while performing manual and computer aided design. (occasional)

Sit with arms unsupported while keyboarding. (occasional)


Mental Effort:

Short periods of intense concentration while preparing reports and recommendations. (often)

Deal with complaints and negative comments. (often)

Meet multiple deadlines. (often)


Visual/Auditory Effort:

Focus on detailed drawings, a variety of source data and computer for short periods. (often)


Work Environment:

Office.

Work in close proximity to moving traffic. (rare)

Presence on construction sites. (rare)

Work outside in all weather conditions. (occasional)


KEY SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Compose and present technical reports.

Working level operation of current City of Victoria traffic system control and transportation engineering software.

Establish and maintain effective working relationships.

Organize and prioritize the work of a unit.

Communicate effectively verbally and in writing.


QUALIFICATIONS

Formal Education, Training and Occupational Certification:
Technical School Diploma in Transportation Technology. (3 year)

Current and valid Class 5 B.C. Driver's Licence


Experience:

2 years of related experience.

or an equivalent combination of education and experience.


OTHER:

May be requested to substitute in a more senior position.

May be requested to represent the City at meetings outside regular work hours.

Maintain an up to date knowledge of TAC policies and guidelines.


Work schedule:
Monday to Friday, (35 hour work week)

$44.44 per hour, Pay Grade 13

Job Code #4268

This is a CUPE Local 50 Position
At the City of Victoria, we are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce that represents the community we serve. Indigenous applicants, people of colour, all genders, LGBT2Q+ and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Accommodations will be provided upon request during the selection process.

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