Traffic Technician - Florida

Company: Rekor Systems Inc
Location: Pensacola
Posted on: May 22, 2023

Job Description:

The ideal candidate will be located in or near Pensacola, Tallahassee, Fort Walton Beach, or Panama City with a willingness to travel for 75-85% of the weekIntelligence Driven Innovation. Rekor Systems, Inc., (NASDAQ: REKR) is a trusted global authority in the development and implementation of intelligent infrastructure focused on addressing critical challenges across public safety, transportation management, and urban mobility markets. We believe that the intelligent infrastructure industry is at the epicenter of converging forces that will drive profound changes in the way government agencies, law enforcement and businesses operate and collaborate today and in the future. With our 'Rekor One' roadway intelligence engine as our foundation, we collect and transform raw data into actionable insights that gives governments and businesses a comprehensive picture of roadways, vehicles, pedestrians, traffic, incidents, while providing an intuitive environment that makes collaboration across teams and organizations easy. Rekor leverages computer vision, machine learning, and big data analytics to drive AI-enabled IoT solutions ('AIoT') on the edge of the network with unparalleled speed, accuracy, and agility. With our disruptive AI-powered technology, integrated hardware and software solutions, and state of the art machine learning models, we deliver actionable insights and transformative impact that increase roadway safety, efficiency, and sustainability for our customers and citizens, while enabling safer, smarter, greener, and more equitable cities and communities. Our employees represent the best and smartest top talent in our industry, and we select individuals to be a part of our team who help to define our culture and success. Rekor's Values and Leadership Principals are: People First, Customer Success, Earn Trust, Deliver Impact and Think Big and Bold! Learn more by visiting .Position SummaryThe Traffic Technician is a key member of our Portable Traffic Data Collection division. Our technicians are responsible for performing various types of traffic studies, including automated classification and volume counts using pneumatic tubes or non-intrusive video-based AI technology and turning movement counts using video systems. Each week, a technician will be required to install road tubes or camera systems at up to 50 different locations across their coverage area. This will require maintaining a stock of between 50 and 60 portable event recorders, maintaining a company-owned and insured vehicle, safely driving to and parking along the roadway, and installing equipment in or alongside the roadway. This is a physical job which requires you to be aware of your surroundings at all times. Safety is our top priority! Good time management, willingness to travel, problem-solving abilities, and attention to detail are essential.The Contribution:

• Maintain the working condition of all assigned equipment by replacing batteries and other parts as needed
• Safely install all assigned equipment at sites located across the coverage area
• Review assigned tasks for the week, check the weather, and devise a plan to complete the work
• Notify manager of any issues that arise throughout the week
• Operate and park the vehicle safely and legally at all times
• Maintain vehicle's working condition and physical appearance
• Upload all data to FTP siteIdeal Profile:A highly energetic individual who is knowledgeable about and/or interested in the transportation technology industry and business savvy to deliver state of the art cutting edge technology solutions for our customers. You're looking for a progressive, entrepreneurial, fast paced, vibrant, flexible working environment where you can pursue your career interests and achieve your full potential. You bring to the organization the following competencies:
  • High school diploma or GED
  • Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word
  • Willingness to travel in-state and out-of-state on a weekly basis
  • Individuals must have a valid driver's license, clean driving record and must be able to drive a company vehicle
  • Able to work outdoors in fluctuating weather conditions
  • Basic working knowledge of computers and mobile devices
  • Self-motivated
  • Able to bend, kneel, squat, and lift 40 pounds
  • Works well under pressure in a fast-paced environment
  • Ability to follow directions, evaluate problems, and prioritize tasks PI213428024

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