Transportation Management Center (TMC) Operator

GFT is seeking a hourly Transportation Management Center (TMC) Operator to join our Practice or CBG Team in Chipley, FL ! This role follows an on-site work model, requiring regular attendance at our Chipley, FL office.

We are currently offering the following positions for qualified candidates to fill current needs:

• Hourly

Help keep Florida moving. As a TMC Operator at GFT , you’ll be on the front lines of real-time traffic operations—using advanced technology, live video, and direct coordination with DOT teams to keep drivers safe and informed 24/7.

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What you’ll be challenged to do:

A Traffic Systems Dispatcher/Operator and Data Collection is responsible for Traffic Operations situational awareness, data entry and monitoring a designated region, district and roadway for normal and emergency conditions to identify incidents, coordinate response and update status for DOT and Consultant management in a 24/7/365 environment, using various software, CCTV and Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS).

• Monitor roadway conditions using CCTV, traffic data, and apps like Waze and Google Traffic
• Detect incidents quickly and coordinate response with DOT, law enforcement, and field crews
• Dispatch maintenance teams for urgent and routine roadway needs
• Update Variable and Dynamic Message Signs to inform travelers in real time
• Verify traveler information across DOT platforms
• Track closures, hotspots, work zones, and equipment issues

What you will bring to our firm:

• High school diploma or GED
• Strong communication skills
• Preferred: Experience with dispatching, traffic systems, or fast-paced monitoring environments
• Ability to multitask and stay sharp under pressure
• Flexibility for varied schedules and on-call needs
• Preferred: Familiarity with local DOT roadways or background in public safety/transportation

Compensation: The range for this position is salary range is $20-22 per hour. Salary is dependent upon experience and geographic location.

Featured Benefits:

• Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan.
• Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accrual.
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
• Commitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations
• Incentive compensation for eligible positions.

At GFT, a privately held AEC firm, we innovate where transportation, water, power, and buildings converge. We call this the Infrastructure of Life. We measure our success by the strength of our relationships – that’s why we’re the employer of choice for 5,000+ of the industry’s brightest engineers, planners, architects, inspectors, designers, and more.

Unsolicited resumes from third party agencies will be considered the property GFT.

Location: Chipley, FL Core Business Hours: 365/24/7 Employment Status: Hourly

Salary dependent upon experience and geographic location

GFT does require the successful completion of a criminal background check for all advertised positions.