This Opportunity

WSP is currently initiating a search for a Field Technician for our Long Island City, NY office. Be involved in projects with our Mobility Operations Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our client’s objectives and solves their challenges. 

Your Impact

• Conduct field surveys to effectively utilize ITS equipment
• Report identified equipment failures in order for project Engineer-in-Charge to take corrective actions
• On a weekly basis during daytime and nighttime shifts, conduct a visual, drive-by inspection in the field of Intelligent Transportation System (ITS) equipment and hardware to assist in providing stable and effective operations of the systems from the Joint Transportation Management Center (JTMC). A monthly check list describing the equipment inspected and its condition shall be provided to the State who will use the results of the drive-by inspections to assure effectiveness of the ITS from motorists’ perspective
• Inventory the condition of VMS test message appearance and illumination
• Maintain a comprehensive ITS equipment inventory consisting of field equipment utilized for traveler information
• Monitor the ITS equipment for proper maintenance and assist the State to resolving trouble tickets and work orders; assist the State with expediting the processing of all work orders, invoices and other critical paperwork associated with the day-to-day operations of the ITS
• Assist JTMC operators or State request for special field work or surveys, if necessary
• Report incidents on highway that JTMC cannot see with CCTV cameras
• Cover the NYC metropolitan area, not limited to NYC boundaries
  Be on call 24/7/365 for emergency and/or operational problems
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct and adhere to WSP's Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures 
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP's health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies

Who You Are

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Minimum of 3 years of qualifying experience with TMC type facility and/or traffic management
  Oral and written communication
• Computer/software including MS Office applications
• Field work on varying terrain and weather conditions
• Public, internal and external relations (works well with internal, external and partner groups and individuals)
• Analytical and organizational skills
• Valid driver’s license
• Strong interpersonal skills with an ability to work with others in a team environment
• Performing multiple tasks simultaneously and independently 
• Extensive knowledge of the ITS Field Assets, their functions and NYC Transportation Network.
  Good Communication Skills

All candidates must successfully pass a NYSP Criminal History Background Check.

WSP Benefits:

WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on a providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career. These benefits include coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life; retirement savings; paid sick leave; paid vacation (or other personal time); paid parental leave; and paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings.

Expected Salary: $45,800 - $75,460

WSP USA is providing the compensation range that the company in good faith believes it might pay and/or offer for this position within the state of Colorado, based on the successful applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities in addition to internal equity and specific geographic location. WSP USA reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant’s sex or other status protected by local, state, and/or federal law.

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