Technician - Traffic Operations Salary $39,832.00 Annually Location Naples, FL Job Type Full Time, Regular Department Growth Management Department Job Number 05096 Closing 1/3/2019 11:59 PM Eastern Purpose of Classification The purpose of this classification is to provide technical support to the section of Traffic Operations engaged in sign design, fabrication and installation. The primary responsibility of the Technician will be to use a computer aided design (CAD) software to prepare sign layouts, plot them and fabricate them in conformance with the provisions of the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices and Florida Department of Transportation. Essential Functions Collects data relating to division operations and activities; conducts studies; assists in analyzing data and identifying trends. Conducts research of division files, legal records, database records, electronic data sources, Internet sites, hardcopy materials, or other sources as needed. Creates and maintains computer databases of division data; maintains spreadsheets of statistical data; enters operational data, field data, measurements, specifications, and other data into computer. Prepares technical engineering reports, studies, bid specifications, or other documents; provides reports or data to division management, consultants, outside agencies or others as appropriate. Assists in preparation of engineering designs, construction plans, and drawings using computer-aided design (CAD) software; researches engineering information; prepares site plans using available office data, field data, and consultant information; produces graphic materials relating to division projects for display or presentation at meetings; prepares digital copies of plans; performs general drafting work. Performs field work to collect data at various sites; takes photographs and measurements of field conditions. Prepares or completes various forms, reports, correspondence, statistical data, field data, statistical reports, technical engineering reports, engineering designs, construction plans, sketches, drawings, bid specifications, charts, graphs, posters, signs, displays, presentation materials, cost estimates, studies, traffic counts, traffic count reports, crash reports, bridge identification requests, inventory reports, purchase requisitions, or other documents. Receives various forms, reports, correspondence, statistical data, work orders, receipts, invoices, traffic counts, crash reports, bridge inspection reports, surveys, bids, titles, deeds, drainage easements, right-of-way agreements, project plans, maps, plats, aerial photographs, laws, policies, procedures, standards, specifications, manuals, catalogs, reference materials, or other documentation; reviews, completes, processes, forwards or retains as appropriate. Operates a personal computer, plotter, scanner, motor vehicle, digital camera, global positioning unit, traffic counter, measuring devices, general office equipment, or other equipment as necessary to complete essential functions, to include the use of word processing, spreadsheet, database, computer-aided design (CAD), graphics/presentation, photo publishing, traffic count system, e mail, Internet, or other computer programs; performs basic maintenance of computer system and office equipment, such as backing up data or replacing paper, ink, or toner. Monitors inventory of equipment and supplies; ensures availability of adequate materials to conduct work activities; initiates requests for new/replacement materials. Communicates with supervisor, employees, other divisions, engineers, architects, consultants, the public, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems. Preparation of sign plans using available office data and field data; monitoring and updating inventories of equipment and supplies, maintenance of inventory spreadsheet and ordering of supplies; data collection related to division operations and activities in regarding signs; creation and maintenance of computer databases of division data; maintenance of spreadsheets of statistical data; input of operational data, field data, measurements, specifications, and other data into computer; Preparation of technical reports, studies, bid specifications, and other documents; updating of inventory records of the county's signing system; collection of GPS data points; new staff training; and the use of Cartegraph OMS in daily work. Minimum Qualifications Vocational/Technical degree with training emphasis in civil engineering, computer-aided design (CAD) operations, and surveying; supplemented by three (3) years previous experience and/or training that includes civil engineering, computer-aided design (CAD) operations, architectural drafting, surveying, personal computer operations, and experience in area of assignment; use of computer programs to prepare sign layouts, plot them and fabricate them in conformance with the provisions of the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices and the Florida Department of Transportation; or and equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job. Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver's License with any applicable endorsements and maintain eligibility requirements and endorsement(s) to drive a County vehicle as provided in CMA 5805. Fingerprinting required. Collier County BCC offers a variety of benefits to both regular full and part time employees. For information, click to view the comprehensive benefits package we have to offer you when you join our team. Individuals hired into temporary positions for a period of less than six months, volunteers and interns are not benefit eligible. Temporary employees hired for longer than six months may be eligible for Florida Retirement System Benefits as well as others required by law. 01 Are you a current employee of Collier County BCC? (Please note: Employees of the Sheriff's Office, Clerk of Courts, Collier Schools, Tax Collector, Supervisor of Elections, Property Appraisers and Health Department are not considered employees of the BCC.) Yes No 02 Do you possess a Vocational/Technical degree in civil engineering, computer-aided design (CAD) operations, and surveying? Yes No 03 Do you possess at least three years of experience that includes civil engineering, computer-aided design (CAD) operations, architectural drafting, surveying, personal computer operations, and experience in area of assignment; in computer programs to prepare sign layouts, plot them and fabricate them in conformance with the provisions of the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices and the Florida Department of Transportation? Yes No Required Question Agency Collier County Address Human Resources Division 3303 East Tamiami Trail East Naples, Florida, 34112 Phone (239) 252-8460 Website