Traffic Counter (2 vacancies)

Lancaster County•Lancaster, PA

8d•$18 - $27

About The Position

Working together, two Summer Traffic Counting Technicians will drive a county vehicle to data collection sites and set automatic traffic counters on roadways located in various parts of the county. Other data collection including manual traffic counts, transportation travel-time studies and infrastructure inventory may also be required. Training will be provided.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalency.
Must be at least 18 years old.
Valid PA Driver's License.
Comfortable driving to various locations.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
Ability to read maps.
Ability to work both independently and in groups.
Clear written and verbal communication.
Must wear safety vest, hardhat, and proper footwear.
Must be able to lift 30 pounds.
Work to be performed outdoors in a variety of weather conditions.
Acceptable pre-employment driver history check in accordance with County Policy.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with ArcGIS helpful but not required.

Responsibilities

Completion of required training.
Following PennDOT and County Safety Policies.
Locating sites for data collection by using a map and written instructions.
Driving the County-owned vehicle to identified sites throughout Lancaster County.
Programming traffic counters.
Producing tables and graphs of collected data.
Use of hand tools to set and retrieve traffic counters and hoses.
Review of reports, studies, or other documents to collect data or information.
Collection of traffic data using manual counters.
Compiling and analyzing data collected.
Inventory of roadway features, traffic control devices, signs, or other appurtenances.
Other tasks or duties, as assigned.