Traffic Engineering Technician at City of Chesapeake Human Resources – Chesapeake, Virginia
City of Chesapeake Human Resources
Chesapeake, Virginia, 23322, United States
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Working Title of Vacant PositionTraffic Engineering Technician
Job Type: Full Time
Posting Type: Public
Number of Vacancies: 1
Department: PUBLIC WORKS
Division: PUB WORKS TRAFFIC ENGIN
Requisition Number: 2026127
Number of hours worked per week: 40
Work Schedule: Monday – Friday 9 a.m. – 6 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. | Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Work Site Location: Chesapeake, VA
Position Driving Requirement: R - Routine
Pay Basis: Semi-Monthly
Advertised Salary:
Job Description:
The City of Chesapeake offers an exceptional range of benefits. Please browse our Benefits Brochure for a full list of benefits and employee perks.
Required Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
Job Open Date: 03/19/2026
Job Close Date: 04/06/2026
Open Until Filled: No
Job Type: Full Time
Posting Type: Public
Number of Vacancies: 1
Department: PUBLIC WORKS
Division: PUB WORKS TRAFFIC ENGIN
Requisition Number: 2026127
Number of hours worked per week: 40
Work Schedule: Monday – Friday 9 a.m. – 6 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. | Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Work Site Location: Chesapeake, VA
Position Driving Requirement: R - Routine
Pay Basis: Semi-Monthly
Advertised Salary:
$42,580 – $64,000; Depending on Qualifications and Experience.
Job Description:
The Traffic Engineering (TE) division of Public Works is seeking a motivated, detail-oriented Engineering Technician I to support our Traffic Management Center, with traffic engineering tasks in office and field settings.
This position provides technical assistance to the Traffic Engineering & Operations section of Public Works by performing para-professional work for the City’s Traffic Management Center (TMC) on a range of traffic engineering assignments. The ideal candidate is technically qualified, enjoys problem-solving, and demonstrates strong communication and customer service skills.
This position provides technical assistance to the Traffic Engineering & Operations section of Public Works by performing para-professional work for the City’s Traffic Management Center (TMC) on a range of traffic engineering assignments. The ideal candidate is technically qualified, enjoys problem-solving, and demonstrates strong communication and customer service skills.
Typical tasks may include:
- Assists with the daily operation of the City’s Traffic Management Center (TMC) and Advanced Traffic Management Systems (ATMS), including traffic signal software, dynamic message signs (DMS), closed-circuit television (CCTV) traffic monitoring cameras, school zone cameras, wireless communication systems, and vehicle detection systems.
- Monitors and maintains logs of real-time traffic conditions for internal adjustments and to provide information on delays for public dissemination.
- Receives, investigates, and responds to customer complaints about traffic signal operations by troubleshooting signal issues from the Traffic Management Center and notifying repair personnel as needed.
- Assists in preparing technical reports, memoranda, and presentations for internal use, public meetings, and reviews by the City Council or committees.
- Assists with analysis of traffic data and crash reports to support safety evaluations and operational studies.
- Sets up, operates, and maintains traffic data collection equipment such as counters and radar units, and associated software.
The City of Chesapeake offers an exceptional range of benefits. Please browse our Benefits Brochure for a full list of benefits and employee perks.
Required Qualifications:
VOCATIONAL/EDUCATIONAL REQUIRMENT: Requires any combination of education and experience equivalent to an associate’s in engineering, drafting, or a closely related field.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT: In addition to satisfying the vocational/education standards, this class requires a minimum of six months of related, full-time equivalent experience.
SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES: Requires a valid driver’s license and a driving record that is 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.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT: In addition to satisfying the vocational/education standards, this class requires a minimum of six months of related, full-time equivalent experience.
SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES: Requires a valid driver’s license and a driving record that is 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 GIS, CCTV systems, or traffic monitoring tools—basic knowledge of local roadways.
Job Open Date: 03/19/2026
Job Close Date: 04/06/2026
Open Until Filled: No
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