City and County of San Francisco

Under general supervision, the 5302 Traffic Survey Technician performs surveys in connection with measurement of traffic flow, carries out inspections and performs sub-professional level field and office traffic engineering work in connection with the installation and maintenance of traffic and street signs, markings, parking meters, signals and other traffic control devices. This class performs sub-professional work to support professional traffic engineering functions,

The 5302 Traffic Survey Technician is distinguished from class 5303 Supervisor, Traffic and Street Signs, in that the latter class is responsible for the full range of supervisory duties over subordinate staff.

May assign work directly to maintenance workers and exercise work direction over assigned traffic painters.

According to Civil Service Commission Rule 109, the duties specified below are representative of the range of duties assigned to this job code/class and are not intended to be an inclusive list.

1. Performs field surveys and compiles data in connection with the measurement of traffic flow, vehicle speed and signal timing; installs traffic counters to record vehicle volume counts; collects and tabulates data relative to traffic movement.
2. Performs field surveys to adjudicate parking citation protests, compile data for hearing division, and research the necessity of colored curb zones.
3. Performs field investigations and inspections to determine placement and condition of traffic and street name signs; within prescribed limits, determines location for installation of signs; prepares work orders for installation, maintenance and/or modification of street and traffic signs; in high priority and hazardous situations, may assign work directly to maintenance workers.
4. Performs field inspections to determine condition of traffic lines; interprets plans for layout of traffic lines for painting according to previously prepared drawings; prepares schedules for traffic line renewal and painting; coordinates posting of temporary street closures; exercises work direction over assigned traffic painters.
5. Performs a variety of ordinary drafting work and makes sketches involving traffic signals and sign locations, parking and parking meter layouts, colored curb changes and pavement striping.
6. Prepares reports in connection with a variety of inspection and investigation activities; researches information; inputs and tabulates data collected from field surveys, computer/internet research tools and other sources; maintains databases and other records related to traffic surveys.
7. Assists in the research and compilation of data involving accident claims and litigation; prepares reports and maintains records relative to court cases and the hearing division and claims from insurance companies and City Attorney's Office.
8. Receives, investigates and responds to inquiries and complaints from members of the public, departmental personnel and representatives of other City agencies regarding traffic and street name signs, parking meter installations, colored curbs, pavement striping and other traffic issues; meets with citizens to discuss parking and traffic concerns.
9. Posts public notice of hearings regarding traffic issues.
10. Drives a motor vehicle to reach job sites and to transport equipment, tools, measuring devices and supplies. This also includes taking the assigned vehicle in for scheduled maintenance as necessary.
11. Performs related duties as required.

Knowledge of: standard practices and procedures used to conduct traffic surveys to determine traffic flow and the need, adequacy and placement of signs, painted markings and other traffic control devices; use of traffic measuring devices; laws, codes and standards which govern parking regulations and the use of traffic control systems and devices and establish guidelines for the type, size and location of traffic and street signs and painted markings, including California Vehicle Code and California Department of Transportation Traffic Manual; practices and procedures to ensure the safety of public, coworkers and self from work-related field hazards. Ability and Skill to: read, interpret and or prepare ordinary work-related plans, maps, drawings and sketches; read and understand manuals, codebooks and other work-related written materials; clearly and accurately document survey findings, maintain records and draft routine correspondence and reports; learn the use of a personal computer to access, input and maintain data, perform research and produce reports and correspondence; identify, analyze and formulate solutions to work-related problems; speak clearly and effectively to communicate information to co-workers, members of the public, representatives of other agencies and others; deal courteously and effectively with co-workers, members of the public and representatives of other agencies; establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.

These minimum qualifications establish the education, training, experience, special skills and/or license(s) which are required for employment in the classification.  Please note, additional qualifications (i.e., special conditions) may apply to a particular position and will be stated on the exam/job announcement.

Education: Possession of a high school diploma or equivalent (General Education Diploma or California High School Proficiency Certificate). Experience: Two (2) years verifiable experience: in surveying, inspecting, and/or collecting/recording data or other field work equivalent to that of a 5302 Traffic Survey Technician; OR installing and maintaining traffic and street signs or other traffic control devices; OR inspecting traffic or parking control devices to assess their condition and enforceability. License and Certification: Possession of a valid Class C driver license.

 

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION Nature of work: Working conditions include exposure to inclement weather conditions and hazards related to motor vehicle traffic and working in and around construction sites. Incumbents must also be able to drive a vehicle to reach job sites and to transport equipment, tools, measuring devices and supplies.
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To: 5303 Supervisor, Traffic And Street Signs From: 7457 Sign Worker
ORIGINATION DATE:	01/12/1961
AMENDED DATE:	01/25/13; 07/22/19
REASON FOR AMENDMENT	To accurately reflect the current tasks, knowledge, skills & abilities, and minimum qualifications.
Business unit(s):	COMMN, SFMTA

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