Civil Engineering Technician

Company: Maricopa County
Location: Phoenix
Posted on: May 9, 2025

Job Description:

Posting Date05/07/25Application Deadline05/14/26Pay Range$21.75 - $37.75 hourly

Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. The position is eligible for overtime compensation for all hours worked over 40 in the designated workweek.Job TypeUnclassifiedDepartmentTransportationAbout the PositionThe Civil Engineering Technician provides the initial traffic count data for all transportation improvement and in-house maintenance projects. This traffic count data is then used to determine the number of traffic lanes, types of new traffic control devices, posted speed limits, and other proposed project elements. The purpose of this position is to collect traffic data information, including average daily traffic volumes, peak hour traffic volumes, classification and speed data, turning movement counts, and warrant studies on identified roadways within Maricopa County.About UsWe value your time. The time with your family. The time you spend on the road. And the time you spend making a difference. At the Maricopa County Department of Transportation (MCDOT), we provide connections that improve people's lives. By combining innovative technologies with the vast talent of our employees, we plan for future needs and operate a transportation system with the community in mind. Are you interested in contributing to the community in which you work, live, and play? Then, join our team and help us build connections.Proud to Offer

• Work with a greater purpose
• Tuition reimbursement
• Exceptional work-life balance
• Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County
• Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents
• Child care benefits, including access to our upcoming on-site center , dedicated to serving Maricopa County families exclusively
• Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave
• Extensive wellness program, including healthcare premium discounts
• Employee discounts for goods and services
• Maricopa County participates in the Arizona State Retirement System. This defined retirement benefit requires a 12.27% monthly contribution rate and includes a 100% employer match on Day 1
• Learn more at We Require
  • Two years of engineering technician, engineering design, or traffic counts experience
  • Associate's degree or two years of college coursework in engineering, engineering technology, technical computer-assisted drafting, land surveying, or another related field relevant to the area of assignment
  • A combination of post-secondary education and/or job-related experience may substitute for the minimum qualifications on a year-for-year basis
  • Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office
  • Must obtain IMSA Certification - Level I & II Signs and Pavement Markings within two years of hire
  • Must possess or have the ability to obtain a valid Arizona driver's license by the time of hireWe Also Value
    • Two years of experience in traffic engineering or a closely related field
    • Experience working in high-speed traffic
    • IMSA Certification - Level I Signs and Pavement MarkingsJob Contributions
      • Complete assigned traffic engineering studies, including scheduling, field investigations, documentation, and design
      • Collect speed, classification, and signal warrant data using counting equipment throughout Maricopa County
      • Assist in the design, planning, preparation, and coordination of traffic engineering and civil engineering projects
      • Maintain traffic count database and complete reports including Speed and Classification, Signal Warrants, Left Turn Phase Warrant, and Low Volume Roadways
      • Provide field support to Traffic Maintenance staff, inspectors, and the public regarding signing and striping inspection, and placement of traffic control devices
      • Operate, repair, and maintain traffic counter equipment, tools, and software
      • Other job duties as assignedWorking Conditions
        • Exerting 20 - 25 pounds occasionally, 10 - 25 pounds frequently, or up to 10 pounds constantly
        • Incumbent may be subjected to extreme temperatures, wetness/humidity, respiratory hazards, and noise and vibration
        • The work will occur in an office and field environment. While performing the duties and responsibilities, the employee may be exposed to loud noise, noxious odors, unsanitary conditions, chemicals, electricity, moving mechanical parts, varying weather conditions, and other related conditions and situations. Position is subject to atmospheric conditions: Fumes, odors, dust, mists, gases, or poor ventilationMachines, tools, equipment, software, and hardware
          • Hand tools (e.g., hammers, tape measures, etc.) and power tools (e.g., drills, compressors, etc.)Protective equipment required
            • Safety vest, and composite-toe work bootsSelection Procedure
              • Only the most qualified candidates will be considered
              • Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications
              • Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile
              • Must pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitiveMaricopa County is an equal opportunity employer.Apply Now!

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