Traffic Technician

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Step into Your New Role

Kleinfelder is seeking a Traffic Technician to support the Traffic Engineering Department with collecting field data.

This position will report to our Augusta, ME office and will require travel to the following counties:

• Androscoggin
• Waldo
• Kennebec
• Oxford
• Franklin

Responsibilities:

• Performing manual vehicle counts at intersections.
• Frequent driving to project/client sites to complete tasks or attend meetings.
• Staging rubber tubes in road to count traffic.
• Deploying traffic count equipment/cameras at intersections.
• Compiling sketches, digital photographs, and other field data information.
• Conducting general traffic observations and other factors influencing traffic conditions, under direction of senior traffic technician or engineer.
• Operating, maintaining and repairing field equipment.
• Tracking and reporting recurring equipment failures.
• Downloading and processing collected data.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• Knowledge of PC-based computer systems.
• Basic mechanical aptitude to repair tubes and program counter box.
• Good written and oral expression in English.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Familiarity with traffic and roadway safety.
• Fundamental math skills include ability to measure and record linear measurements.
• Current and valid state driver’s license.
• Willingness to travel.

Preferred Qualifications

• Flagger Training Certification.
• Understanding of basic practices and principles, techniques and/or terminology of traffic count data collection.
• Competence in data processing and using technical software.
• Familiarity with/use of count equipment and/or tablet systems.
• Strong electronics and computer skills for configurations and troubleshooting.

Physical Demands

•  Physically fit and able to handle some heavy lifting. Field work requires bending and lifting 10‑50 lbs., as well as operating hand and power tools (Hammers, crowbar).

Move Forward with Kleinfelder

Kleinfelder and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, has been connecting great people to the best work since 1961. We are engineers, scientists, and construction professionals providing solutions that improve our clients’ transportation, water, energy, and other private infrastructure. As a responsive, cross-disciplinary team of bright, curious, and innovative problem-solvers, we are dedicated to doing the right thing, every day, on every project from over 110 offices in the US, Canada, and Australia. Connecting great people to the best work is our purpose – together, we deliver.

Move Forward with Kleinfelder:

Kleinfelder and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, has been connecting great people to the best work since 1961. We are engineers, scientists, and construction professionals providing solutions that improve our clients’ transportation, water, energy, and other private infrastructure. As a responsive, cross-disciplinary team of bright, curious, and innovative problem-solvers, we are dedicated to doing the right thing, every day, on every project from over 110 offices in the US, Canada, and Australia. Connecting great people to the best work is our purpose – together, we deliver.

Progress with an Employer that Values You

Kleinfelder, and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, is an inclusive organization free from discrimination. We are a stronger organization when we are a diverse workforce and believe that through diversity, equity, and inclusion comes creativity, innovation, and unity. We are proud to offer the following:

Benefits: Kleinfelder, and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, offers an excellent compensation and benefits package, including: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, and paid holidays.

Career Development:

We are committed to investing in the professional development of our staff, offering each employee every opportunity to grow, develop, and take control of their career paths. We support these efforts through reimbursements for continuing education as well as many of the expenses associated with trainings and certifications, and opportunities for career development through our internal Mentoring Program. Equal Opportunity: Kleinfelder, and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans. (Compliant with the new VEVRAA and Section 503 rules)

NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES

Please note that Kleinfelder, and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, Kleinfelder, and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, will not consider or agree to payment for any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, Kleinfelder, and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those.