Traffic Management Center Technician 1

WSP is currently initiating the search for a Traffic Management Center Technician I 

This position will work out of our Knoxville, TN office and will cover night and weekend shifts.Both full-time and part-time positions are available.

This Opportunity

Be involved in projects with our Mobility Operations Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our client’s objectives and solves their challenges. 

Your Impact

• Provide human monitoring and operation of Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) devices and other traffic control devices, and take appropriate actions based upon guidance from current and future SOPs. 
• Traffic Incident Management
• Coordination of responses for roadway concerns
• Database entry for all activities related to incidents, special events, roadway concerns, and call logs.
• Assist in traffic data collection for system performance of troubleshooting using manual and automated data collection and surveillance features of the ATMS/ITS and other TMC systems.
• Assist Tennessee DOT (TDOT) with identifying, troubleshooting, and documenting device failures, establish repair priorities, and issue work orders for repairs of failed devices.
• Receive and respond to notice of roadwork, highway incidents, special event information, incidents and/or situations affecting the Department, requests for assistance (TDOT and other), or reports regarding the malfunction or concern for any State-owned equipment, infrastructure or asset.
• Answer phone inquiries and coordinate the Department's response with operational partners and provide them with information on roadway conditions.
• Respond to inquiries about TMC/ITS operations as directed by the State.
• Inquiry responses may involve email transmittal's, telephone conversations, providing supporting data for evaluation and use by the State, and preparation of reports.
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company resources and conduct and adhere to WSP's Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP's health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies
   

Who You Are

Required Qualifications

• High School diploma 
• 0-2 years of experience with a TMC type facility and/or traffic management
• Strong oral and written communication
• Computer/Software – including MS Office applications, spreadsheets and databases
• Analytical and organizational skills
• Capable of working well with co-workers and TDOT staff
• Must have the ability to use digital roadway maps and have a working knowledge of roadway elements
• All candidates must successfully pass a Criminal History Background Check.

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