Traffic Technician (NY, Elmira)

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 and 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 to a computer 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, including frequent entry/exit of travel lanes
• Work responsibly and safely in/near roadways (streets, highways, freeways)
• Read maps, navigate to sites, and collect GPS coordinates accurately
• Work effectively alone and occasionally as part of a team on special projects

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Valid Driver’s License with an excellent driving record
• Must pass a background check and meet company policies/standards as well as federal/state laws
• Must obtain and maintain a negative drug test prior to hire and throughout employment
• Must pass or already hold a Basic Work Zone Safety Training Course
• Ability to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and overtime
• Daily/weekly travel and overnight stays required (30% or more during the year, home most weekends)
• Good verbal/written communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Google Earth
• Strong computer skills, including familiarity with electronics, configurations, and troubleshooting
• Familiarity with radar, video recording equipment, and wireless technologies is a plus

Pay

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

Schedule

• Approximately 90% of work is Monday - Friday, with about 10% on weekends
• Flexible hours, including nights and overtime
• Daily/weekly travel with overnight stays (30% or more during the year)