Traffic Surveyor (Part-Time)

LEA Consulting • Markham, ON

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

In this role, you will conduct a variety of field surveys and audits involving vehicles, pedestrians, cyclists, transit operations, parking utilization, travel times, and roadway conditions to support transportation planning and traffic engineering studies throughout York Region and surrounding municipalities. This role is ideal for individuals who enjoy working outdoors, have strong attention to detail, and are interested in transportation, traffic operations, and data collection. Working closely with experienced Transportation Professionals, you will contribute to projects that improve the safety, efficiency, and mobility of transportation networks while gaining valuable hands-on experience in the transportation consulting industry.

Requirements

• Very good communication, interpersonal, and analytical skills.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to accurately observe, record, and report transportation data.
• Capable of accurately documenting field notes, observations, and survey results.
• Ability to work independently and responsibly in field environments with minimal supervision.
• Comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions and during early morning, evening, weekend, or extended survey periods as required.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to meet project schedules and deadlines.
• Comfortable using transportation data collection equipment.
• Must have access to a reliable vehicle and possess a valid Ontario Class G driver's licence.
• Willing and able to travel to various project locations across York Region.
• Ability to follow established health and safety procedures and maintain a safe work environment at all times.

Responsibilities

• Participating in a variety of transportation data collection projects involving the collection, compilation, analysis, and quality review of traffic and transit survey data.
• Conduct turning movement count surveys to collect vehicle, pedestrian, and cyclist volumes at intersections.
• Perform MX Geofence Bus Route Audits by operating laser height measurement equipment to assess double-decker vehicle (DDV) bus routes throughout the GTA.
• Conduct cordon count surveys to record the number of vehicles, pedestrians, cyclists, and transit users crossing a designated screen line or roadway segment.
• Complete site trip generation surveys to monitor all modes of travel entering and exiting a development or land use site.
• Conduct parking utilization surveys to assess parking supply, demand, and occupancy levels for on-street and off-street facilities.
• Perform loading studies to document vehicle type, location, duration, and frequency of loading activities.
• Conduct gap acceptance studies to evaluate opportunities for vehicles to safely enter and exit access points.
• Collect vehicle queue length data to determine lane-specific queuing and storage conditions at intersections and other traffic control locations.
• Perform delay studies to measure the time required for vehicles to complete specific movements or maneuvers.
• Conduct travel time studies to assess corridor performance and route travel conditions.
• Collect traffic and pedestrian volume data in support of traffic signal warrant analyses.
• Conduct intercept and interview surveys to gather public input on transportation, traffic, transit, and active transportation issues.
• Perform trace studies to determine travel patterns and the intended use of a particular site or facility.
• Conduct speed studies to collect and analyze vehicle speed data on designated road segments.
• Complete license plate surveys to support origin-destination and travel pattern analyses.
• Ensure all data collected is accurate, complete, and compliant with project requirements and quality standards.
• Adhere to company health and safety policies and procedures while conducting fieldwork.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned within the scope of the Transportation & Systems Division.

Benefits

• Competitive total rewards package of salary, substantial bonuses, benefits and other perks.
• Collaborative hybrid work environment with flexible hours.
• Mentorship, training, and rotational assignments for knowledge advancement and career growth.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed