Traffic Technician

Job Overview

Join The Traffic Group Limited as a Traffic Technician in the Erie-Meadville area. This entry-level position offers a starting wage between $18 and $20 per hour, with full-time hours primarily during weekdays and some weekend work. A signing bonus of $1,000 is provided after completing six months of employment. Applicants must carefully follow the application instructions, including viewing an orientation video prior to consideration.

Key Responsibilities

• Install and position traffic counting devices and tubes on roadways as specified.
• Retrieve traffic counting equipment after data collection periods end.
• Download and process data from traffic counters and provide printouts.
• Carry out turning movement counts when requested.
• Assist with the maintenance and upkeep of traffic counting tools and equipment.

Requirements

• Ability to travel daily and weekly with overnight stays, consisting of at least 50% of the year, with most weekends at home.
• Physical capability to lift 10 to 50 pounds, including loading vehicles and setting up work zones, with necessary use of hand and power tools.
• Completion of or possession of Basic Work Zone Safety Training certification.
• Competency in reading maps, navigation, accurate collection of GPS data, and passing a map test.
• Strong verbal and written communication, organizational skills, problem-solving prowess, and good computer literacy, including Microsoft Office and Google Earth.
• Familiarity with radar, video recording equipment, wireless technologies, and strong electronics and troubleshooting skills preferred.
• Comfort working outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Safe operation of company vehicles with frequent ingress/egress along busy travel lanes.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively for special projects.
• Must have a high school diploma or GED, a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record, and must pass background checks in compliance with federal and state laws.
• Required to pass and maintain a negative drug test prior to and throughout employment.

Additional Information

Applicants must watch the company's orientation video found on their website. The organization is an equal opportunity employer committed to fair hiring practices regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristics.