Transportation Management Center Operator

GFT is seeking a hourly Transportation Management Center (TMC) Operator to join our Practice or CBG Team in Chipley, FL! This role follows an on-site work model, requiring regular attendance at our Chipley, FL office.

We are currently offering the following positions for qualified candidates to fill current needs:

• Hourly

Help keep Florida moving. As a TMC Operator at GFT, you’ll be on the front lines of real-time traffic operations—using advanced technology, live video, and direct coordination with DOT teams to keep drivers safe and informed 24/7.

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What you’ll be challenged to do:

A Traffic Systems Dispatcher/Operator and Data Collection is responsible for Traffic Operations situational awareness, data entry and monitoring a designated region, district and roadway for normal and emergency conditions to identify incidents, coordinate response and update status for DOT and Consultant management in a 24/7/365 environment, using various software, CCTV and Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS).

• Monitor roadway conditions using CCTV, traffic data, and apps like Waze and Google Traffic
• Detect incidents quickly and coordinate response with DOT, law enforcement, and field crews
• Dispatch maintenance teams for urgent and routine roadway needs
• Update Variable and Dynamic Message Signs to inform travelers in real time
• Verify traveler information across DOT platforms
• Track closures, hotspots, work zones, and equipment issues

What you will bring to our firm: 

• High school diploma or GED
• Strong communication skills
• Preferred: Experience with dispatching, traffic systems, or fast-paced monitoring environments
• Ability to multitask and stay sharp under pressure
• Flexibility for varied schedules and on-call needs
• Preferred: Familiarity with local DOT roadways or background in public safety/transportation

Compensation: The range for this position is salary range is $20-22 per hour. Salary is dependent upon experience and geographic location.

Featured Benefits: 

• Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan.
• Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accrual.
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
• Commitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations
• Incentive compensation for eligible positions.

At GFT, a privately held AEC firm, we innovate where transportation, water, power, and buildings converge. We call this the Infrastructure of Life. We measure our success by the strength of our relationships – that’s why we’re the employer of choice for 5,000+ of the industry’s brightest engineers, planners, architects, inspectors, designers, and more.

Our clients choose us for our expertise and prefer us for our nimble approach, creativity, and personal touch. Backed by over a century’s experience, together we’re building a lasting legacy for future generations: stronger communities, a healthier planet, and better lives.GFT: Ingenuity That Shapes Lives™ is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veterans’ status or other characteristics protected by law.

Unsolicited resumes from third party agencies will be considered the property GFT.

Location: Chipley, FLCore Business Hours: 365/24/7Employment Status: Hourly

Salary dependent upon experience and geographic location

GFT does require the successful completion of a criminal background check for all advertised positions.