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JOB ID #: 19813 Transportation Systems Technologist
Public Works
Transportation Operations & Maintenance
1375 Upper Ottawa St NUMBER OF VACANCIES: 1 Full-Time Regular UNION/NON-UNION: CUPE Local 5167 Inside HOURS Of WORK: 35.00 per week
GRADE: L
SALARY/HOUR: $39.503 - $44.890 per hour

• Note: See appropriate Collective Agreement or the Non Union Salary Range for details.

STATUS/LENGTH: Full Time Regular ID #: A14049 Vaccine Verification - Applies to all external applicants as well as internal applicants applying to work at the Lodges, Hamilton Paramedic Services and the Red Hill Child Care Centre:
As a condition of employment you are required to provide proof that you are fully vaccinated or provide proof of valid exemption satisfactory to the employer prior to your start date. You must acknowledge and agree to comply with any future vaccine policy requirements as an ongoing condition of employment at the City of Hamilton.




SUMMARY OF DUTIES Reports to the Project Manager. Undertakes calculations to review roadway capacity, collision rates and adjusts signal operations and timing as required. Develops and modifies signal timing databases for ATC traffic signal controllers. Develops recommendation reports for various committees & departments. Collects and analyzes traffic data related to capacity & road use management. Assists the Project Manager regarding traffic issues that arise. GENERAL DUTIES Under the supervision or direction of the Project Manager, the Transportation Systems Technologist will: Assist Project Manager with executing capital projects. Prepares written correspondence to internal stakeholders, external stakeholders and Councillors regarding traffic operations, road congestion, intersection control and access issues. Review of engineering drawings such as PHM traffic signal drawings and traffic impact studies. Identify, develop, and analyze alternative solutions to traffic concerns; and recommends best course of action. Assist in review of warrants and analysis of various modes of traffic control (signals, IPS, PXO, etc). Develops, modifies, and conducts bench tests of signal timing databases for ATC traffic signal controllers. Evaluates and troubleshoots traffic signal timing operation and progression in the field, making necessary changes to optimize traffic flow and safety. Conducts traffic signal and ITS equipment evaluation. Investigate alternate techniques and technologies to ensure that optimal methods are being utilized. Conduct intersection analysis and corridor reviews using microsimulation software such as Synchro or VISSIM. Undertake duties as assigned within the Traffic Management Centre, including monitoring, signal modification and implementation, special event assignments related to signal operation and monitoring of daily traffic conditions. Reviews and recommends improvements to traffic, pedestrian, and bike signals in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disability Act (AODA), Ontario Traffic Manual (OTM), Transportation Association of Canada (TAC) and Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices for Canada (MUTCDC). Ensure compliance with Provincial and Federal statutes and regulations and Municipal by-laws and policies, with specific regard for the Occupational Health and Safety Act. Conducts specialized studies and/or field investigations related to traffic signal operations, corridor analysis, speed and delay studies and roadway capacity. Makes recommendations based on observations and analysis. Directs, co-ordinates and assigns tasks directly to Traffic co-op students. Checks their work for correctness, monitors and evaluates their performance and relates same to supervisory staff. Performs other duties as assigned which are directly related to the major responsibilities of the job. QUALIFICATIONS 1. Demonstrated experience in Transportation Engineering with considerable knowledge in traffic signals and traffic operations normally acquired by attaining a Three-Year Diploma in Transportation or Civil Engineering or an equivalent combination of relevant education and related work experience. 2. C.E.T. designation preferred. 3. Demonstrated experience in intersection control, traffic signals, traffic signal monitoring systems, programming of traffic signal controlled with knowledge of signal phasing, pre-emption, overlaps and leading pedestrian intervals (LPIs) 4. Experience in a computerized environment with proficiency in Microsoft Office Word, Excel and Outlook. Working knowledge of microsimulation traffic software such as Synchro, VISSIM, VISTRO, etc would be an asset. 5. Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Act, AODA, Highway Traffic Act and relevant municipal statutes. 6. Knowledge and understanding of all relevant statues and standards such as of Ontario Provincial Standards Specifications (OPSS), Ontario Provincial Standards Drawings (OPSD), Transportation Association of Canada (TAC) Geometric Design Guidelines, Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices for Canada (MUTCDC), Ontario Traffic Manuals (OTM), and other relevant technical manuals. 7. I.M.S.A. Certification would be an asset. 8. Periodically able to lift up to 15 pounds of traffic signal infrastructure. 9. Possess valid Class \xe2\x80\x9cG\xe2\x80\x9d Driver\xe2\x80\x99s Licence and provision of own car.
THIS POSITION REQUIRES A VALID CLASS "G" DRIVER\'S LICENCE AND PROOF THEREOF IS REQUIRED AFTER HIRE. NOTE: This is a newly created position. The incumbent(s) or the department has the option to have the salary grade assigned to this position re-evaluated within nine months of the initial filling of this position. The Director of the division must review and submit the submission to Human Resources within 45 days of receiving it. All required forms of the job evaluation submission must be fully completed in order for the review to occur. If fully completed and updated job evaluation forms (with an updated draft job description) are not received within nine months of the initial filling of the position, the existing job description and rating shall be confirmed. THE INCUMBENT SHALL COMPLY WITH ALL HEALTH AND SAFETY POLICIES AND PRACTICES FOR THIS POSITION AND THE WORKPLACE



Disclaimer: Be advised that Human Resources frequently audits resumes of internal/external applicants to ensure/validate information provided is consistent and trustworthy. Falsification of information provided at any time throughout the recruitment process may be grounds for disqualification, and for internal applicants, subject to discipline up to and including termination. Terms: The City is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes. Consistent with our Values and Corporate Culture Pillars, the City of Hamilton is committed to providing equitable treatment to all with respect to barrier-free employment and accommodation without discrimination. The City will provide accommodation for applicants in all aspects of the hiring process, up to the point of undue hardship. If you have an accommodation need, please contact Human Resources as soon as possible to make appropriate arrangements. We invite you to visit the departmental webpage to obtain further information on the culture and business of this department. The incumbent shall comply with all Health and Safety Policies and Practices for this position and the workplace. It is the responsibility of the applicants to ensure that their application reaches Human Resources by the closing date or they may not be considered. It is also the responsibility of applicants to supply qualifications, licences and related experience relevant to the qualifications outlined above for this competition as directed. On the basis of the criteria set out above, this posting is open to all applicants The statements made by me are true, complete and correct to the best of my knowledge. I understand that any falsification of statements, misrepresentations, deliberate omission or concealment of information may be considered just cause for discipline, up to and including termination for internal applicants and disqualification for external applicants.