Traffic Data Technician

Job description Tri-State Traffic Data Inc. is looking to hire Traffic Data Field Technician to help conduct short term machine traffic counts for multiple contracts in the Capital District area (Up to 3-hour radius). Candidate MUST be in the Rensselaer/Albany area. Candidate must have a strong work ethic, be able to handle various weather condition, and be able to work in an ever-changing environment. Candidate must be able to Multi-Task and be able to work independently, as well as part of a team.

We are currently under a large contract with the NYSDOT which will be the Majority of the work. The work entails setting out a minimum of 40 machine traffic counters(Metrocount.com) each week that stay in the roadway for 3-7 days. Rubber road tubes are set out across the roadway and then they are connected to a traffic counter. The counters are then picked up and the count files are downloaded onto a computer and emailed to central office for review. We also assign other jobs that include but are not limited to setting cameras at intersection assigned, and moving cameras from location to location, crew to crew. This may require setting cameras counts from Kingston to Westchester County.

We do work on all types of roadways ranging from low volume rural roads to high volume roads. The majority of the work area for this position will be within a 3-hour radius of Westchester.

NOTE 1: SOME NIGHT WORK MAY BE REQUIRED AND POSSIBLY WEEKEND DAYS

NOTE 2: EACH CREW MEMBER MUST HAVE A SAFE PARKING LOCATION FOR WORK VEHICLE.

Candidates must have the following:

- Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record

- Must have basic computer skills.

- Be able to email (Including attachments)

- Candidates must have the ability to be able to drive for prolonged periods of time. This includes bending, stooping and lifting items as heavy as 65lbs from a standing position.

- Candidate must have the ability to always follow all safety procedures

- Candidate must be able to always follow instructions.

- Candidate must be able to work with other people.

- Candidate should be physically fit and be very mobile

Candidates will also be responsible for a wide range of duties which include, but are not limited to:

- Placing/ securing count tubes to the pavement using a .22 Caliper Hilti gun.

- Using a measuring tape

- Using Mapping programs to travel to specific destinations.

- Setting up, and downloading of traffic count machines/Cameras

- Maintaining / cleaning of the company vehicle

- Maintaining proper supplies in their work vehicle to complete assigned tasks

- Candidate must be able to work on all Federal, State, county, and municipal grouns without restrictions.

We will train this person to be universal, so they can work with a team and independently. 80% of the work will be with a team member. Candidate must enjoy working outside in all types of weather, be mechanically inclined, pass a company drug test, be physically fit and able to move quickly while working on roadways in all types of weather. They must be trustworthy, punctual, self-motivated and work well independently once fully trained.

Benefits for the position include a company vehicle (crew shares) and gas card, so you will not be using your own vehicle. If hired, after the probationary period, we offer a matching Simple IRA savings plan, paid vacation / holidays and reimbursement for health insurance.

Most of your weekends will be off from field work as well as major summer holidays (Memorial Day/July 4th/Labor Day). The work season for this position is March - December each year depending upon the weather.

Please visit our website at: www.tstdata.com

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Most of our NY staff collect unemployment during the winter shut down which depends upon snowfall but normally November 20, through early March. If we are not getting any snow fall we do have the option to work in January and February.

We encourage all qualified candidates to send resume and cover letter/note for consideration

Tri-State Traffic Data Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We provided equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $22 - $25