Seasonal Traffic Engineering Assistant (Intern)
About The Position
The Anoka County Transportation division’s vision to enhance and protect life by providing safe roads and eliminating traffic congestion. The highway department has an immediate opening for a Seasonal Traffic Engineering Assistant (Intern) who will perform various duties. Key responsibilities for this role include installing traffic video recorders and cumulative traffic counters at various locations within the Anoka County Highway system, as well as assisting with permit reviews and conducting field inspections. This is a seasonal, non-exempt, on-site position. Interviews will take place as applications are received for those selected to move forward in the hiring process.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent education.
- Must be at least 17 years of age by time of hire.
- Currently enrolled in a civil technology, construction management, or civil engineering degree program or related field.
- Must have a valid driver’s license.
- Ability to lift 50 pounds, with or without accommodation.
- Successfully pass criminal history and driver’s license background check.
Nice To Haves
- Attention to detail.
- Read and interpret maps and pinpoint specific locations on the Anoka County Highway system.
- Experience with Microsoft Office Suite.
- Experience with CADD programs.
Responsibilities
- Install traffic video recorders and accumulative traffic counters at various locations within the Anoka County Highway system.
- Collect, record, and assist in compiling data obtained from the video recorders and accumulative traffic counters.
- Assist in preparing traffic count reports, traffic signal warrant analysis, maps, and graphics.
- Assist with review and field inspection of permits.
- Assist with preparing and reviewing traffic control layouts.
- Assist with reviewing plats and development submittals.
- Assist with field work related to permanent signage and striping.
- Assist with various tasks related to traffic signal timing and coordination.
Benefits
- Professional development opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
High school or GED
