Traffic Technician - Statewide (NM, Albuquerque)

The Traffic Group Limited; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The Traffic Group Limited is seeking a Traffic Technician - Statewide. This entry-level role involves installing and relocating traffic counting machines on interstate roadways, collecting devices, and downloading data for printing.

You will also perform turning movement counts and assist in maintaining equipment as required. The position requires extensive statewide travel, occasional overnight stays, and the ability to work outdoors in varying weather and lighting conditions.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED and a valid driver's license with an excellent driving record.
• Must pass a background check and a negative drug test prior to hire.
• Strong verbal and written communication, organizational and problem-solving skills; basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Programs and places traffic counting machines along interstate level roadways as instructed.
• Collects traffic counting machines at conclusion of counts.
• Downloads data from traffic counters to computer and prepares printouts.
• Conducts turning movement counts when requested.
• Helps to maintain traffic counting equipment.

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Google Earth

Microsoft Office Suite

Radar

Video recording equipment

Job description

Traffic Technician - Statewide

Salary $20 - $25 per hour Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time Position Traffic Technician - Statewide Number of Openings 1 Description

Note: your attention to detail in the application process is part of the selection criteria. You will not be considered for employment if you do not fully follow the steps listed below.

FIRST YOU MUST WATCH AN ORIENTATION TRAINING VIDEO FOUND HERE: https://trafficgroup.com/orientation-video

This is an entry level position with a starting salary of $20 - $25 per hour.

Signing Bonus of $1,000 after successfully completing 6 months of employment.

• Programs and places traffic counting machines along interstate level roadways as instructed
• Collects traffic counting machines at conclusion of counts
• Downloads data from traffic counters to computer and prepares printouts
• Conducts turning movement counts when requested
• Helps to maintain traffic counting equipment

Position Requirements

This is an entry-level, full-time position. The hours vary with approximately 90% of the work is Monday - Friday with about 10% on weekends.

• Regular daily/weekly travel and overnight stays are required. Must be able to work flexible hours including overtime and travel throughout the state with overnight stays at least 95% during the year. Home most weekends.
• Ability to lift and carry objects up to 50lbs while loading vehicle and setting up/removing work zone, including bending, kneeling, lifting 10-50 lbs as well as operating hand and power tools (hammer, crowbar, etc.)
• Safety conscious and must pass or already hold Basic Work Zone Safety Training Course
• Must be able to read maps, navigate to sites and collect GPS coordinates accurately and pass a map test. Must have good verbal/written communication, organizational and problem-solving skills along with good computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite and Google Earth.
• Familiar with radar, video recording equipment (used for traffic counting), and wireless technologies a plus along with strong electronics and computer skills for configurations needed along with trouble-shooting.
• Work is outdoors. Candidates should be able to handle regular exposure to the outside elements.
• Must be able to operate company vehicle safely while frequently entering and exiting travel lanes, including the ability to work responsibly and safely in/near roadways (streets, highways, freeways)
• Must be able to work effectively alone and, occasionally, as a team on special projects.
• Must have High School Diploma/GED as well as Valid Driver's License w/excellent driving record. Must meet company policies and standards as well as federal and state laws regarding a background check.
• Must obtain a Negative Drug test prior to hire and maintain throughout employment

EOE Statement

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

This position is currently accepting applications.