Traffic Data Field Technician

Tri State Traffic Data Inc; New York (NY); On-site; USD 31,684 - 33,062; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car

Donation matching

Flexible schedule

Year-end bonus

Gas card

Simple IRA

Job summary

Tri-State Traffic Data Inc. is seeking a dedicated Traffic Data Field Technician to perform short term traffic counts around Glens Falls, NY, with occasional video turning movement counts. You will operate in all weather conditions and manage field and admin tasks after training.

We offer a company car, a competitive salary, donation matching, and a flexible schedule. The NYSDOT contract supports up to a two to three hour radius drive for sites, with work season January through November 15.

Qualifications

• Reliable, responsible, organized, trustworthy, and punctual.
• Strong computer skills.
• Physically fit and able to move quickly on roadways.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Not adverse to working outdoors in all weather.
• Able to work independently after training.

Responsibilities

• Conduct short term traffic counts.
• Set up and, where needed, operate video turning movement cameras.
• Manage field and administrative tasks independently after training.
• Live in reasonable proximity to Glens Falls, NY.

Job description

Benefits:

• Company car
• Competitive salary
• Donation matching
• Flexible schedule

Tri-State Traffic Data Inc. is looking to hire a Traffic Data Field Technician to conduct short term traffic counts.

Tri-State Traffic Data was awarded a NYSDOT contract to collect traffic counts at various locations throughout upstate NY. In general, not farther then a 2-3 Hour radius of Glens Falls. The counters are normally set on a weekly basis, and remain out for 72 hours minimum, and then picked up by the crew.

We would like the crew member to live in general proximity to Glens Falls.

There may be additional work at times conducting video based turning movement counts. This work entails setting traffic cameras to record traffic at intersections and mid block locations.

• Reliable, responsible, organized, trustworthy & punctual.
• Have strong computer skills.
• Be physically fit and able to move quickly when necessary while working in the roadway.
• Have a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Not adverse to working outdoors in all types of weather.
• Able to work independently once fully trained managing all field and administrative aspects of the job.

Benefits for the position include a company vehicle, year end performance bonus, gas card and credit card for expenses. If hired after the temporary training period, we also offer a Simple IRA savings plan, paid vacation / holidays and reimbursement for health insurance.

All major summer holidays (Memorial Day/July 4th/Labor Day) are off.

The NYSDOT work season is January thru November 15 with other types of work available into December. Work is not permitted when snow will impact travel patterns.

Candidates should watch this PennDOT video. The NYSDOT work is similar but with a two person crew. You will need to manually load the link into your browser:

https://youtu.be/ZuJHDb825bY

Tri-State Traffic Data Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We provided equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: Starting at $23.00 to $24.00/hour

Flexible work from home options available.