Data Collection Contractor

Obvio • College Park, MD

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Obvio is seeking a contract Field Data Collection Technician to support traffic behavior studies across the Mid-Atlantic region, including Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland, and Virginia. These studies will focus on areas such as school zones, high-incident intersections, and busy pedestrian corridors. This is a high-visibility initiative, with findings expected to be shared with media outlets, local newspapers, and public officials. This opportunity is ideal for someone who enjoys hands-on technical work, is comfortable working independently in the field after training, and has an interest in AI, transportation technology, public safety, or real-world data collection. Contractors will receive all necessary field equipment, including tripods, cameras, speed sensors, laptops, safety vests, and related materials. Obvio will also provide training on field deployment procedures, equipment setup, safety expectations, and data upload requirements.

Requirements

• Personal vehicle for transporting equipment to deployment locations
• Valid driver’s license
• Willingness to travel to field sites across Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland, and Virginia
• Ability to travel up to approximately two hours roundtrip per day, depending on deployment location
• Access to reliable home internet, not a mobile hotspot, for end-of-day data uploads
• Ability to recharge the provided laptop and equipment daily
• Availability for 3–4 days per week, with hours varying based on study schedules and travel needs
• Ability to periodically meet with the team in College Park, MD

Nice To Haves

• Highly motivated, dependable, and comfortable working independently in the field
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow technical instructions carefully
• Comfortable transporting, setting up, and troubleshooting field equipment
• Willingness to work outdoors and adapt to changing field conditions
• Interest in AI, transportation technology, smart cities, public safety, or real-world data collection
• Comfortable with a flexible field schedule based on deployment needs
• Technical education or experience preferred, such as computer science, engineering, data science, transportation, field operations, or a related area
• Recent graduates, graduate students, or candidates with hands-on technical field experience are encouraged to apply

Responsibilities

• Travel to traffic study deployment locations across the Mid-Atlantic region
• Set up and monitor roadside traffic study equipment, including cameras, speed sensors, tripods, laptops, and related hardware
• Deploy and manage multiple cameras or sensors at once according to study guidelines
• Monitor each study location for approximately two hours
• Ensure equipment is positioned safely, accurately, and consistently
• Follow Obvio’s field procedures, safety protocols, and deployment instructions
• Upload collected data at the end of each day using a reliable home internet connection
• Recharge and maintain provided equipment, including laptops and field hardware
• Coordinate with the Obvio team based in College Park as needed
• Meet with the team in College Park, MD from time to time for training, equipment handoff, or operational coordination

Benefits

• Paid contract opportunity
• Paid training
• All necessary field equipment, including cameras, tripods, speed sensors, laptops, safety vests, and related materials
• Mileage reimbursement for approved travel
• Hands-on experience with real-world AI traffic safety technology
• Opportunity to contribute to a high-impact public safety initiative

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed