Field Traffic Data Engineer Assistant

State of North Carolina; North Carolina; On-site; USD 32,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of North Carolina, Department of Transportation seeks an Engineering Assistant (S) to support the Traffic Survey Group in data collection, processing, and reporting for the Traffic Monitoring System. The role involves field work, travel, and data analysis to support urban and rural planning and safety projects.

Responsibilities include installing traffic counters, collecting data, and coordinating with state agencies, local governments, and the public.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience using hand tools.
• Experience performing manual and physical labor in varied environmental conditions.
• Experience using laptop computers to manage files, submit reports, and communicate clearly.
• Experience working in a team environment to complete assignments.
• Experience maintaining standard daily records and reports.

Responsibilities

• Collect traffic counts using portable traffic counters.
• Install traffic counters on roadside in travel lanes; night work required.
• Process count data weekly using vendor software and manage electronic count files.
• Travel to urban and other areas as needed.

Skills

Hand tools

Manual labor

Laptop use

Teamwork

Records keeping

Education

High school or GED

Job description

The State of North Carolina, Department of Transportation seeks an Engineering Assistant (S) to support the Traffic Survey Group in data collection, processing, and reporting for the Traffic Monitoring System. The role involves field work, travel, and data analysis to support urban and rural planning and safety projects.

Responsibilities include installing traffic counters, collecting data, and coordinating with state agencies, local governments, and the public.