Field Technician for Deep South/ Gulf Coast traffic projects

Automatic Data Processing, Inc.; Slidell (LA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401K plan

Company vehicle for site travel

PTO and VTO

Job summary

Quality Counts is seeking a full-time Transportation Field Technician to install and retrieve traffic data collection equipment across Louisiana communities, with occasional travel to neighboring states. This outdoor role requires hands-on work, reliability, and strong communication to meet project deadlines.

The technician will operate field equipment, download data, and support engineers for local infrastructure decisions. A varied schedule and on-site fieldwork are expected.

Qualifications

• Capability for heavy physical labor outdoors.
• Ability to work independently in the field.
• Strong communication skills with team members and supervisors.
• Comfortable lifting up to 50 lbs and using power tools.

Responsibilities

• Install and retrieve traffic data collection equipment across Louisiana cities.
• Perform field maintenance and data downloading tasks.
• Follow safety procedures and meet project deadlines.
• Travel locally and to nearby states as needed.
• Document and report collected data to internal systems.

Skills

Outdoor work

Independent worker

Strong communication

Physical strength

Tools

Power tools

Job description

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Field Technician for Deep South/ Gulf Coast traffic projects

Operations Manual Labor Deep South Gulf, Slidell, LA, US

Hard work in the outdoors isn't for everyone, but is it for you?

Quality Counts is hiring a full-time Transportation Field Technician located in - or within a 10-30 mile radius of - St. Tammany Parish / Northshore (West/North)! We don’t sit behind desks, we’re out in the field working with our hands, installing traffic data collection equipment, and keeping Louisiana moving. If you take pride in pulling your weight, being active outdoors, and seeing real results at the end of every shift, step up and build your career with us.

Field Technician-Transportation - Duties:

• Drive across Louisiana’s most notable cities (Baton Rouge, New Orleans, Slidell) installing and retrieving traffic data collection equipment.
• Perform moderate physical labor, including installing video detection cameras and pneumatic road tubes.
• Work independently in the field while following project instructions, safety procedures, and deadlines.
• Travel locally and on occasion to neighboring states (Mississippi, west Alabama).
• Download collected data from traffic equipment to internal computer systems.

Field Technician-Transportation - Requirements:

• Has relevant labor, field, construction, installation, maintenance, landscaping, warehouse, transportation, or other hands-on work experience.
• Enjoys physical work and prefers being outdoors and on the move.
• Dependable and comfortable working independently without constant supervision.
• Takes initiative and can troubleshoot when plans change in the field; responsive and highly communicative.
• Pays attention to the details and takes pride in completing work correctly.
• Can lift up to 50 lbs., climb ladders (~15 feet), and safely operate power tools.
• Comfortable using a computer for data downloading tasks.
• Comfortable with a variable schedule: slow and peak seasons.
• Can work a flexible schedule M-F and an occasional weekend (~ 1-2 Saturday or Sundays a month)

Field Technician-Transportation - Benefits:

• Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance Package(s)
• PTO (accrue 184 hours annually years one-five; 224 hours annually after five years)
• 40 hours of annual Volunteer Time Off (VTO)
• Opportunities for overtime
• Hands-on training
• Company vehicle provided for travel to-and-from work sites only
• 401K with Employer Contribution (effective one year after employment)
• A job that keeps you moving, gets you outside, and gives you visible results at the end of the day
• See the impact of your work firsthand as the data you collect helps engineers and planners make decisions about local roads and infrastructure

Field Technician-Transportation - Salary:

$23.00 per hour