Engineering Technician II - Traffic at City of Chesapeake Human Resources – Chesapeake, Virginia

Working Title of Vacant PositionEngineering Technician II - Traffic
Job Type: Full Time
Posting Type: Public
Number of Vacancies: 1
Department: PUBLIC WORKS
Division: PUB WORKS TRAFFIC ENGIN
Requisition Number: 2025416
Number of hours worked per week: 40
Work Schedule: Monday-Friday; 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies. | Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
Work Site Location: Chesapeake, VA
Position Driving Requirement: R - Routine
Pay Basis: Semi-Monthly
Advertised Salary: $49,373-$75,000; Depending on Qualifications and Experience

Job Description: The Traffic Engineering (TE) division of Public Works is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Engineering Technician II to join our team and support a variety of traffic engineering-related tasks, both in the office and in the field.

This position will assist with traffic data collection, road safety evaluations, traffic control plan reviews, and other technical analyses, provide recommendations for safety improvements to the Traffic Engineer, and address and respond to citizen requests and concerns related to traffic operations. The ideal candidate will be technically qualified, enjoy problem-solving, and possess excellent communication and customer service skills.

Typical tasks may include:

• Assists with analysis of traffic data and crash reports to support safety evaluations and operational studies.
• Collects traffic data, including turning movement counts, speed studies, classification counts, pedestrian/bicycle counts, and travel time studies.
• Sets up, operates, and maintains traffic data collection equipment such as counters and radar units and associated software
• Prepares and issues work orders for installation and maintenance of traffic signs, pavement markings, and other traffic control devices.
• Reviews and assists in the preparation of traffic control plans for construction and special events.
• Responds to citizen inquiries and complaints related to traffic safety, parking, and neighborhood traffic concerns; documents and communicates findings and recommended actions.
• Coordinates with other City departments, contractors, and public agencies on traffic operations and safety issues.
• Assists in preparing technical reports, memoranda, and presentations for internal use, public meetings, and City Council or committee review.

Required Qualifications: VOCATIONAL/EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT: Requires any combination of education and experience equivalent to an associate’s degree in engineering, drafting, or a closely related field.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT: In addition to satisfying the vocational/education standards, this class requires a minimum of one year of related, full-time equivalent experience.

SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES: Depending on departmental operational requirements, may require valid driver’s license and driving record in compliance with City Driving Standards.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies. Emergency operations support work and work locations may be outside of normal job duties.

Preferred Qualifications: Familiarity with traffic engineering principles and practices, including manuals such as the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) and Virginia Work Area Protection Manual (VWAPM); Virginia Work Zone Traffic Control certification; GIS experience

Job Open Date: 12/09/2025
Open Until Filled: Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants: The City of Chesapeake offers an exceptional range of benefits. Please browse our Benefits Brochure, for a full list of benefits and employee perks.

Drug Screening: MARIJUANAIn accordance with City policy, this position is deemed safety-sensitive. As such, applicants for this position are subject to pre-employment drug/alcohol testing after receiving a conditional offer of employment and may also be subject to random testing. This drug test includes testing for marijuana. Possession of a medical marijuana card will not excuse an applicant from the testing process; however, a test will not be considered positive for marijuana if a valid medical marijuana certification is presented unless the position requires a commercial driver’s license (CDL) or is a sworn law-enforcement officer/deputy.