Olsson
Engineering
Traffic/ITSSignalTechnician
Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Mid+ candidates.
“Traffic / ITS Signal Technician at Olsson. Skills: Traffic signal controllers, ITS technology. Handle technical questions. Provide field services”
Industry & Context.
Troubleshooting; Providing solutions
70% field work, Work in diverse weather, Lift and carry 50 lbs
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
5-10 years experience, Interpret design plans, Knowledge of MUTCD, Valid driver's license, Lift and carry 50 lbs, IMSA Traffic Signal Level II certification, Pass IMSA Level III within 6 months
Nice to Have
IMSA Traffic Signal Level III certification
What You'll Do.
Handle technical questions
Provide field services
Troubleshoot traffic management systems
Provide traffic management solutions
Maintain ITS technology understanding
Oversee installation of cabinets
Oversee turn on of cabinets
Oversee maintenance of cabinets
Oversee testing of cabinets
Support field operations
Provide optimized systems
Represent company on-site
Make critical decisions
Assist with application engineering
Assist with estimating
Configure traffic signal controllers
Develop strategies for signal timings
Modify traffic signal cabinets
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Collaborate with engineers; Collaborate with technicians
Full Job Description
Company Description We are Olsson. We engineer and design solutions that improve the world around us. As a company, we promise to always be responsive, transparent, and focused on results – for our people, our clients, and our company. We’re a people-centric firm, so it’s no surprise our greatest asset is our people. The impact this creates is an environment that encourages our people to grow and be creative with their talents. This approach builds a culture that is uniquely Olsson. It allows us to grow our people as we grow our business. This, in turn, creates a lasting impact on the world around us. Job Description Olsson has an exciting opportunity for a Traffic/ITS Signal Technician to join our Traffic/Technology team! This role is ideal for a candidate eager to collaborate with and provide support for traffic engineers and technicians in executing services and project work in the field. Key Responsibilities Include: Handling technical questions from clients and team members, providing field services on across diverse projects. Your role will involve both troubleshooting and providing solutions that enhance our clients' traffic management systems. Maintaining a superior hands-on understanding of ITS technology. This involves overseeing the installation, turn on, maintenance, and testing of traffic signal cabinets. You will support field operations for integration projects, providing systems that are not only operational but also optimized for performance. Representing the company on-site, where you will be making critical decisions in real-time, and assisting with application engineering and estimating. Configuring traffic signal controllers for optimal performance, integrating various devices within NEMA, CALTRANS, and ATC cabinets. Your work will extend to developing strategies for signal timings, which are key in managing traffic flow efficiently. Modifying traffic signal cabinets according to pre-engineered designs or specific customer requirements. This tas
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