Traffic Monitoring Operator

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $16.50 - $22.25
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Commuting cost coverage
Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Professional Development
Uniform allowance
safe work environment

Job Description

Elizabeth River Crossings OpCo, LLC (ERC) is a prominent transportation company responsible for operating and maintaining the Elizabeth River Tunnels, a critical infrastructure facilitating efficient travel and commerce in the Hampton Roads region of Virginia. As a dedicated public-private partnership, ERC focuses on delivering safe, reliable, and innovative tunnel services that meet community and governmental needs. ERC is known for its commitment to employee well-being, demonstrated by benefits such as covering commuting costs for employees traveling through tolls at the Elizabeth River Tunnels. The organization fosters a safe and inclusive work environment and requires employees to be fully vaccinated, maintaining... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Completion of a high school diploma or general education degree (GED)
  • A minimum of one (1) year of equivalent work experience in traffic operations and/or related functions
  • Experience dispatching personnel and resources during emergency situations preferred
  • Must be fully vaccinated unless a medical or religious accommodation is approved
  • Must be at least 18 years old
  • Valid Virginia Driver's License
  • Ability to obtain VDOT Security Clearance
  • Ability to pass a Criminal History Background Check and drug screen

Job Qualifications

  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work under pressure
  • Ability to remain calm and professional during routine and emergency situations
  • Ability to obtain a VDOT Security Clearance
  • Must be at least 18 years old
  • Valid Virginia Driver's License
  • Ability to pass a Criminal History Background Check and drug screen
  • Effective oral and written communications
  • Good computer skills, experience using Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel
  • Ability to multi-task/prioritize tasks and functions during routine and emergency situations
  • Familiarity with the Hampton Roads interstate system and geographic knowledge of the Downtown and Midtown Tunnel areas is preferred
  • Must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19

Job Duties

  • Apply incident management techniques such as monitoring, detecting, verifying, responding to, and clearing incidents
  • Coordinate with State/Local Police, Fire, and Rescue during emergencies
  • Dispatch appropriate emergency and maintenance personnel when required
  • Monitor and operate Traffic Management System components such as CCTV, variable message signs, traffic signals, variable speed signs, and overheight vehicle detectors
  • Monitor and operate Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition Systems (SCADA) such as tunnel ventilation, pump equipment, tunnel fire system, environmental monitoring, and power distribution
  • Demonstrate proficiency in the general operation of Control Room equipment and procedures
  • Maintain logs, forms, and reports, submit to Supervisor
  • Operate two-way radio system using clear, concise, and professional techniques
  • Maintain and update real-time traffic reporting via the Virginia Traffic system
  • Maintain and update event management system, Issue Trak
  • Document and notify maintenance forces of system and equipment failures and malfunctions
  • Direct field forces to respond during incidents and emergencies
  • Understand and apply Standard Operating Procedures and other ERC policies and regulations
  • Remain alert and maintain situational awareness with regards to facility security and access control
  • Perform all duties in a safe manner and adhere to all established safety guidelines and policies, includes maintaining a clean and safe work environment
  • Maintain professional demeanor and uniform appearance
  • Assume duties of the Traffic Controller II as directed by the Control Room Supervisor
  • Perform other duties as assigned

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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