What are the responsibilities and job description for the QA Field Technician position at TransCore?
TransCore (TRN), a subsidiary of ST Engineering, is seeking an energetic and focused QA Field Technician to join our team in Orlando, Florida.
Position Summary
TransCore is seeking a dependable QA Field Technician to support field testing of tolling and traffic systems prior to lane openings. This role is 100% field-based, working on active roadway sites across Florida in coordination with drivers, technicians, and test teams—this is not an office-based position. Title Note: This position is classified internally as “QA Specialist” for payroll and documentation purposes.
Key Requirements (Read Before Applying)
This role is ideal for individuals who prefer hands-on, outdoor work rather than a desk-based environment. In this role, you will regularly:
Position Summary
TransCore is seeking a dependable QA Field Technician to support field testing of tolling and traffic systems prior to lane openings. This role is 100% field-based, working on active roadway sites across Florida in coordination with drivers, technicians, and test teams—this is not an office-based position. Title Note: This position is classified internally as “QA Specialist” for payroll and documentation purposes.
Key Requirements (Read Before Applying)
- Field-based role-- Regular, in-person attendance is required at active project and test locations, as well as occasional visits to the Orlando office may be required based on business needs.
- Ability to travel throughout Florida as required; a company vehicle will be provided while performing testing activities
- Travel may include multiple consecutive days
- Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays, as operational needs require. Overtime and extended hours may be required based on testing schedules.
- Valid driver’s license and a safe driving record required
This role is ideal for individuals who prefer hands-on, outdoor work rather than a desk-based environment. In this role, you will regularly:
- Work at roadway and tolling test sites
- Coordinate and execute live vehicle test runs
- Support testing activities in active traffic environments
- Travel to project locations is required based on testing schedules.
- Conduct field testing of tolling and traffic systems in controlled test, staging, and live traffic environments
- Coordinate and perform vehicle-based test runs with drivers and field teams
- Record, analyze, and document test data and results
- Audit roadside toll transactions for accuracy
- Identify, document, and report system defects and issues
- Support testing demonstrations for agency partners
- Track installation status and maintain QA punch lists
- Prepare reports using Microsoft Excel, Word, and Smartsheet
- Communicate testing progress and results to QA and project teams
- Maintain testing equipment and company vehicles
- Support deployment and maintenance teams as needed
- Perform other duties as assigned
- High school diploma or GED preferred
- Typically requires 2–5 years of experience in field operations, technical support, construction, traffic control, or similar hands-on environments preferred
- Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Excel and Word
- Ability to follow instructions and work in a structured testing environment
- Strong organizational and multitasking skills
- Ability to work effectively in fast-paced, high-pressure field environments
- Frequent outdoor work in varying weather conditions
- Work performed near moving traffic and mechanical equipment
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift up to 50 pounds occasionally
- Work supports transportation systems for major transportation agencies
- Role supports critical roadway operations and system readiness prior to lane openings
- TransCore complies with federal and state disability laws and provides reasonable accommodation for employees with disabilities.