Traffic Technician - Statewide (NY, Elmira)

About the role

Entry‑level Traffic Technician position responsible for installing, retrieving, and maintaining traffic counting equipment on interstate roadways, collecting and processing traffic data, and supporting field operations across the state.

Responsibilities

• Program and place traffic counting machines along interstate level roadways as instructed.
• Collect traffic counting machines at the conclusion of counts.
• Download data from traffic counters to a computer and prepare printouts.
• Conduct turning movement counts when requested.
• Help maintain traffic counting equipment.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Valid driver’s license with an excellent driving record.
• Ability to pass a Basic Work Zone Safety Training Course (or already hold it).
• Ability to read maps, navigate to sites, and collect GPS coordinates accurately; must pass a map test.
• Ability to lift and carry objects up to 50 lbs while loading/unloading vehicles and setting up/removing work zones (including bending, kneeling, lifting 10‑50 lbs).
• Ability to operate hand and power tools (e.g., hammer, crowbar).
• Ability to operate a company vehicle safely while frequently entering and exiting travel lanes, working responsibly and safely in/near roadways.
• Ability to work effectively alone and occasionally as a team on special projects.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including overtime, with approximately 90% of work Monday‑Friday and about 10% on weekends; regular daily/weekly travel and overnight stays required (overnight stays at least 95% of the year).
• Ability to handle regular exposure to outdoor elements.
• Good verbal/written communication, organizational, and problem‑solving skills.
• Good computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite and Google Earth.
• Familiarity with radar, video recording equipment (used for traffic counting), and wireless technologies is a plus.
• Strong electronics and computer skills for equipment configuration and troubleshooting.
• Must meet company policies and standards as well as federal and state laws regarding background checks.
• Must obtain a negative drug test prior to hire and maintain throughout employment.

Pay

$18‑$20 per hour.

Schedule

Full‑time position. Hours vary with approximately 90% of work Monday‑Friday and about 10% on weekends. Regular daily/weekly travel and overnight stays are required; overnight stays expected at least 95% of the year. Flexible hours, overtime, and travel throughout the state are expected, with most weekends off.