Traffic Counter

Summary

Job Description

Salary Range:$40,800.24 - $40,800.24

Works under the general supervision of the Signs & Markings Manager in Division of Engineering. Collects field traffic data at specified street intersections to determine vehicular and pedestrian traffic conditions. Records volume counts and turning movements of vehicular traffic through specified intersections. Installs and formats radar devices and pneumatic tubes for speed studies. Prepares brief description of intersection conditions. Counts pedestrian movement at specified intersections and tabulates pedestrian counts on summary sheet.

Responsibilities

OTHER FUNCTIONS:

Performs additional functions (essential or otherwise) which may be assigned.

TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Must be able to communicate clearly both verbally and in writing. Requires traversing on uneven ground in collecting field traffic data. Must be able to operate a motor vehicle, radar gun, and counting devices.

TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

Work is performed at specified street intersections usually sitting in vehicle for long periods of time. Work is exposed to changing weather conditions, fumes, and odors. May be exposed to noise and traffic.

Qualifications

High school graduate or equivalent experience. Must possess and maintain a valid driver license as a condition of continued employment.

Job Description

Job Description

Salary Range:$40,800.24 - $40,800.24

Works under the general supervision of the Signs & Markings Manager in Division of Engineering. Collects field traffic data at specified street intersections to determine vehicular and pedestrian traffic conditions. Records volume counts and turning movements of vehicular traffic through specified intersections. Installs and formats radar devices and pneumatic tubes for speed studies. Prepares brief description of intersection conditions. Counts pedestrian movement at specified intersections and tabulates pedestrian counts on summary sheet.

Responsibilities

OTHER FUNCTIONS:

Performs additional functions (essential or otherwise) which may be assigned.

TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Must be able to communicate clearly both verbally and in writing. Requires traversing on uneven ground in collecting field traffic data. Must be able to operate a motor vehicle, radar gun, and counting devices.

TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

Work is performed at specified street intersections usually sitting in vehicle for long periods of time. Work is exposed to changing weather conditions, fumes, and odors. May be exposed to noise and traffic.

Qualifications

High school graduate or equivalent experience. Must possess and maintain a valid driver license as a condition of continued employment.