Traffic Technician (NY, Corning)

Entry-level, full-time position with a starting salary of $18 - $20 per hour. $1,000 signing bonus after successfully completing 6 months of employment.

About the role

Programs and places traffic counting machines and tubes onto roadways as instructed. Collects traffic counting machines at the conclusion of counts. Downloads data from traffic counters to a computer and prepares printouts. Conducts turning movement counts when requested. Helps maintain traffic counting equipment.

Responsibilities

• Set up and remove traffic counting machines and tubes on roadways
• Collect traffic counting machines after counts are complete
• Download data from traffic counters and prepare printouts
• Conduct turning movement counts as requested
• Maintain traffic counting equipment
• Lift and carry objects up to 50 lbs, including bending, kneeling, and operating hand/power tools
• Work outdoors with regular exposure to outside elements
• Operate company vehicle safely, frequently entering and exiting travel lanes
• Work responsibly and safely in/near roadways (streets, highways, freeways)
• Read maps, navigate to sites, and collect GPS coordinates accurately

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Valid Driver’s License with excellent driving record
• Ability to pass a background check and meet company policies/standards
• Negative drug test prior to hire and maintained throughout employment
• Pass or already hold Basic Work Zone Safety Training Course
• Willingness to work nights, weekends, and flexible hours including overtime
• Ability to travel throughout the state with overnight stays at least 30% or more during the year (home most weekends)
• Good verbal/written communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Google Earth
• Familiarity with radar, video recording equipment, and wireless technologies is a plus
• Strong electronics and computer skills for configurations and troubleshooting
• Ability to work effectively alone and occasionally as part of a team on special projects

Pay

$18 - $20 per hour. $1,000 signing bonus after successfully completing 6 months of employment.

Schedule

• Full-time position with approximately 90% of work Monday - Friday and 10% on weekends
• Flexible hours including nights, weekends, and overtime
• Daily/weekly travel and overnight stays required (at least 30% or more during the year)