Miami U Work+: Planning Technician

Hamilton, OH
Part Time
Student (College)
Working on a degree related to geography, urban planning, engineering, or computer science?  We have a position for you!

BCRTA WORK+ PROGRAM
The BCRTA Work+ Program was created to enable committed part-time employees to balance work with the pursuit of an undergraduate college degree. Under the BCRTA Work+ Program, Butler County Regional Transit Authority (BCRTA) agrees to pay for eligible part-time employees’ Qualified Educational Expenses. Participants must be vetted through Miami University Regionals and BCRTA to be eligible to be employed under this agreement. Qualified employees are employed on a part-time basis for at least 20 hours per week and enrolled in at least 12 credit hours at the start of a semester. Contact Miami University Regionals Work+ for program details prior to applying with BCRTA.

Hourly rate for this position: $13.50

The MU Work+ Planning Technician position supports installation of fleet ITS, troubleshooting ITS hardware and software for transit planning initiatives, as well as assisting with general IT and planning department needs.  This position will collect field data, perform route sign installation and removal, and have availability to work during non-peak times to perform mandatory ITS installation and updates.  This entry level position provides insight into the public transit industry, with various foundational assignments for professional development.

Essential Job Functions:
 
  • Maintain tracking logs of work scheduled and completed tasks.
  • Maintain, secure, and document custody control of ITS and IT assets according to PCI and organizational compliance requirements.
  • Install, troubleshoot, and repair fleet ITS as directed by the Transit Planner.
  • Learn new fleet ITS hardware and software.
  • Adapt to changing environment and technology.
  • Collect field data using GIS.
  • Install and remove signage throughout the service area at the direction of the Planning Department.
  • Work evenings and weekends as needed to perform installation and updates of fleet ITS during period of high vehicle availability as schedule permits.
  • Provide basic helpdesk assistance to users when third-party assistance is inappropriate or unavailable.
  • Analyze data as requested.
  • Assist management with special projects.
  • Maintain composure and act thoughtfully under pressure.
  • Promote a positive public image of BCRTA and exceed customer expectations.
  • Attends training events and meetings as assigned.
  • Acts as a BCRTA ambassador, projects a positive attitude, and promotes superior customer service.
  • Follows all BCRTA procedures and policies.
  • Other duties as assigned.

This description should not be construed to contain every function/responsibility that may be required to be performed by an employee in this job.  Employees are required to perform other related functions as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS:

Physical & Visual Activities:

Physically and mentally qualified to safely operate transit vehicles and perform all related essential job functions. (Subject to applicable legal requirements, must meet the physical qualification standards specified in the U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations.)

Physical Abilities include:

1. Floor Lift a minimum of 30 lbs.
2. Knee lift strength of at least 30 lbs.
3. Waist lift strength of at least 50 lbs.
4. Chest lift strength of at least 20 lbs.
5. Overhead lift strength of at least 20 lbs.
6. Horizontal push/pull strength of at least 80 lbs.
7. Medium agility/dynamic balance
8. Low finger dexterity
9. Low manual dexterity
10. Continuous ability to stay seated
11. Continuous ability to twist and turn head
12. Frequently able to bend over/stoop
13. Frequently able to climb steps
14. Kneel or squat
15. Reach overhead

Constant period of hearing, near and far acuity, depth perception, color vision.
Frequent periods of speaking, standing, walking and sitting.
Occasional periods of squatting, kneeling, reaching and twisting.
ENVIRONMENTAL/ATMOSPHERIC CONDITIONS:
Exposure to low and high temperature extremes according to seasonal temperatures.  Limited exposure to vehicle exhaust. 


JOB QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Skills and Abilities:
 
  1. Versatile self-starter, willing to learn new processes and applications.
  2. Ability to read and interpret documents and instruments.
  3. Ability to analyze problems and research solutions.
  4. Ability to multitask in a quick-paced environment without forgetting details.
  5. Well-developed oral and written communication ability.
  6. Performs as an effective team player.
  7. Effective organizational skills in research and record keeping.
  8. Familiarity with Microsoft Office Applications.

Experience:
Moderate to advanced exposure to Microsoft Suite with proven ability to learn new software and hardware platforms.  Must enjoy technical processes and technologies.  BCRTA will train qualified candidates to use industry specific applications.

Education:
Presently enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program related to geography, urban planning, engineering, or computer science.


LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:
  • Valid Ohio driver’s license
  • Clean motor vehicle record

About Butler County RTA

BCRTA is a political subdivision of the State of Ohio organized as a Regional Transit Authority under Ohio code. BCRTA acts as the designated recipient for Federal Transit Funds and provides public transportation services within and around Butler County, Ohio including Hamilton, Middletown, Fairfield, West Chester, Oxford, and Miami University. The BCRTA employs or directs around 120 transit employees and manages an annual budget over $7M. BCRTA is governed by a nine-member Board of Trustees.

BCRTA is a public transit agency dedicated to support Butler County’s quality of life and economic development through public transportation solutions.

Our employees enjoy a work culture that promotes inclusion, diversity, cooperation, problem-solving, teamwork, independence and ingenuity.

*Hiring is through our main office in Hamilton, Ohio. 

Applications are public records and will only be reviewed once for each position. Applicants must submit a separate application for each position of interest. BCRTA applications do not represent a contract of employment.

"BCRTA states as its policy a commitment to provide equal opportunity to all persons in matters affecting all employment processes (including but not limited to recruitment or recruitment advertising, hiring, upgrading, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay, or other forms of compensation) without regard to a person’s race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), age, genetic information, or veterans status.

Further, BCRTA is committed to complying with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act and prohibits discrimination on the basis of disability. BCRTA will make accommodations that are reasonable and not unduly burdensome to enable qualified disabled applicants and employees to participate in the employment process and perform essential job functions. "

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