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Field Technician
The Traffic Group, Inc. Astoria, NY

Field Technician

The Traffic Group, Inc.
Astoria, NY
  • $20 to $22 Hourly
  • Vision , Medical , Dental , Paid Time Off , Retirement
  • Full-Time
Job Description
Company Info
Job Description
Benefits:
  • 401(k) matching
  • Competitive salary
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Signing bonus
  • Vision insurance

Access our website (https://trafficgroup.com/current-openings) and watch the instructional video posted and review detailed job description.

This is an entry-level, full-time position. The hours vary with approximately 90% of the work Monday thru Friday and 10% on weekends.
  • Daily/weekly travel and overnight stays are required. Must be able to work flexible hours including overtime and travel throughout the state with overnight stays at least 50% or more during the year. Home most weekends.
  • Ability to lift and carry objects up to 50lbs while loading vehicle and setting up/removing work zone, including bending, kneeling, lifting 10-50 lbs as well as operating hand and power tools (hammer, crowbar, etc.)
  • Safety conscious and must pass or already hold Basic Work Zone Safety Training Course
  • Must be able to read maps, navigate to sites and collect GPS coordinates accurately and pass a map test. Must have good verbal/written communication, organizational and problem-solving skills along with good computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite and Google Earth.
  • Familiar with radar, video recording equipment (used for traffic counting), and wireless technologies a plus along with strong electronics and computer skills for configurations needed along with trouble-shooting.
  • Work is outdoors. Candidates should be able to handle regular exposure to the outside elements.
  • Must be able to operate company vehicle safely while frequently entering and exiting travel lanes, including the ability to work responsibly and safely in/near roadways (streets, highways, freeways)
  • Must be able to work effectively alone and, occasionally, as a team on special projects.
  • Must have High School Diploma/GED as well as Valid Drivers License w/excellent driving record. Must meet company policies and standards as well as federal and state laws regarding a background check.
  • Must obtain a Negative Drug test prior to hire and maintain throughout employment


Job Description:
> Programs and places traffic counting machines and tubes onto roadways as instructed
> Collects traffic counting machines at conclusion of counts
> Downloads data from traffic counters to computer and prepares printouts
> Conducts turning movement counts when requested
> Helps to maintain traffic counting equipment

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The Traffic Group, Inc. job posting for a Field Technician in Astoria, NY with a salary of $20 to $22 Hourly with a map of Astoria location.