Traffic Data Technician

WSP is seeking a full-time Traffic Data Technician for our Morristown, NJ or Lawrenceville, NJ office.

As a Traffic Data Technician, you will work collaboratively with other team members and supervisor to ensure that best practices are shared. Your primary responsibilities will include:

• Procuring data through observation, interviews, and analysis of records and other sources
• Maintaining databases by entering new and updated records and related information
• Verifying data and preparing materials for PDF printing
• Maintaining data entry requirements by following data program techniques and procedures
• Purging files to eliminate duplication of data
• Deploying traffic data collection equipment, including cameras, at intersections and other roadside locations
• Performing vehicle turning movement counts at intersections, manually or via video, including collecting data on vehicle classification, and bicycle and pedestrian movements
• Installing pneumatic road tubes across the roadway to count traffic, classify vehicles, or measure traffic speeds
• Capturing and organizing digital photographs, creating sketches and condition diagrams, and documenting field information/observations associated with traffic data collection locations
• Performing general observations of traffic flow and other activities/conditions that influence traffic operations, under the direction of a Traffic Engineer
• Programming and placing traffic counting machines and tubes onto roadway as instructed
• Collecting traffic counting machines at the conclusion of counts
• Downloading data from traffic counters to computer and preparing printouts
• Conducting turning movement counts when requested
• Helping to maintain traffic counting equipment

Required Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Roadway Safety training (if none, this will be provided)
• Familiarity with roadway safety measures desired
• Strong electronics and computer skills for configuring and troubleshooting equipment installation a plus
• Familiarity with/use of traffic count/data collection equipment and/or tablet systems
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans for structures, bridges, and roadways and understand construction specifications, engineering tables, and reference materials

Preferred Qualifications:

• Good organizational skills
• Basic math skills, including the ability to measure and record linear dimensions
• Must be able to read, write, comprehend, and speak English fluently
• Attendance, punctuality, and reliability are essential requirements
• Must possess current/valid State Driver's License and reliable transportation

Physical Demands:

• Candidates should be physically able to handle some heavy lifting. Fieldwork requires bending and lifting 10-50 lbs., as well as operating hand and power tools.

Benefits:

• WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee's career. These benefits include coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life; retirement savings; paid sick leave; paid vacation (or other personal time); paid parental leave; and paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings.

Compensation:

• Expected Hourly Rate: $24.66 - $30.86 per hour