Traffic Data Collection Field Technician

Traffic Engineering

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson is a dynamic, 100% employee-owned consulting firm of more than 2,400 professionals that provides a full range of multi-disciplined engineering, architecture, information technology, and related services to public agencies and private clients throughout the United States. JMT, is currently ranked #50 on Engineering News-Record’s list of the Top 500 Design Firms.

Position Summary: The Traffic Data Collection Field Technician is responsible for data collection and will be responsible for setting up count equipment in the field. Types of data collection include turning movement counts, portable counts, pedestrian and bicycle counts and various traffic studies. The technician will be required to work both inside of the office and in the field depending on the tasks being performed. Field operations may require working in a wide range of weather and roadway conditions.

Immigration sponsorship or support (e.g. H1B, F-1 CPT/OPT/STEM OPT) is not available for this position, except for qualified candidates eligible for the TN visa classification.

JMT offers outstanding opportunities for career and professional growth. We are 100% employee-owned (ESOP) and offer outstanding health care coverage and other benefits, including:

• Affordable Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Company paid Life and Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Caregiver Leave Program
• 401K Retirement Plan (Traditional and Roth options)
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Career Development Programs
• And more…
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Compensation for this opportunity is $54,00.00 - $62,4000.00/year commensurate with experience, education, and certifications. The provided range is a good faith estimate based on the requirements described within the job description. We notice that we receive a wide variety of applicants and recognize that the person selected may be less experienced or more experienced. If so, the actual salary range may vary from the estimate provided.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Work with other field staff
• Download count data
• Counting vehicles at intersections (manually or via video)
• Placing tubes in road to count traffic
• Deploying cameras at intersections
• Taking digital photographs and noting other field data information
• Conducting various other studies such as vehicle occupancy and origin destination studies

Required Skills

• Must be able to work safely and efficiently
• Must have basic computer skills
• Ability to work within timeframes and deadlines, and follow strict procedure and safety guidelines
• Willing to be outdoors for extended periods of time
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
• Team oriented with strong capability to work independently
• Must successfully complete and pass JMT's Motor Vehicle screening
• Ability to pass required SHA-field training/certifications

Required Experience

• High School Diploma
• Competent in Microsoft Office

Working Conditions

This is a predominantly a field-based position. Travel will be needed between traffic count sites based on client and project needs and could include out of state travel. Field work is required and would be conducted outside in heat/cold, wet/humid. and dry/arid conditions. Weekend work may be needed. Lifting (of greater than 25 lbs.) will be required as needed.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.