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Field Operations Technician

Location:	Brantford, Ontario, Canada
Job Type:	Permanent
Posted:	24th Jan 2008
Closing Date:	17th Apr 2008
Posted By:	Roadware Group Inc
Details:
Field Operations Technician Roadware is a Canadian company looking for qualified people throughout the United States and Ontario Canada. We prefer people that live close to an international airport because in most cases you start from home with the company providing ground and air transport to and from the job. Job Description: The job involves two technicians driving and operating a high tech vehicle specially modified to collect and analyze road and pavement data. The two technicians are required to collect data in the field for approximately 28 days in a row 7 days per week accompanied with approximately 10 days off at home in between rotations. Successful candidates will be responsible for the accurate rating, data input and quality control of pavement distress information. He/she will execute action plans, which will maximize daily data collection as well as ensure that any repairs and preventative maintenance is conducted in a timely and efficient manner. Successful candidates will regularly and accurately perform administrative duties such as completing daily contacts reports, timesheets, expenses, etc. Requirements: Must possess degree or certificate in job related field such as: Electronics, Computers, Mechanical Engineering, Geography, Statistics or Civil Engineering Must obtain valid passport for occasional border crossings at different ports of entry Must maintain driving record in good standing to meet industry and company regulations Must pass required physical examination in accordance with US DOT standards Must pass criminal records check in accordance with CGP requirements Must be able to work extended rotations in the field of up to one month away from home Must be bondable, dependable and responsible Must have working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite applications Canadian Tech’s must be able to obtain TN Visa American Tech’s must be able to travel to Head Office in Canada for occasion training etc Mechanical Duties: Performs routine maintenance on vehicle Schedules required maintenance for vehicle as per maintenance schedule Performs daily walk around of vehicle and completes mechanical safety checklist Ensures all camera and laser windows are clear of obstruction Operates and drives vehicle in safe and proficient manner in accordance with local traffic laws and data collection protocol Follows assigned routes carefully and facilitates proper data collection Checks and services generator according to schedule Diagnoses or troubleshoots basic mechanical problems Checks voltages on cables, lines and wires. Assists with replacing generators, oil changes and tires Equipment Duties: Performs daily quality checks on subsystems and data Operates onboard subsystems utilizing a DOS based interface. Runs software on various Windows XP computers and monitors their status Performs real time monitoring of all subsystems, lasers and cameras Orientates using maps and mapping software to maximize data collection efficiency Gives real time directions to driver while still in motion Logically determines best collection plan for following day based on weather patterns, traffic patterns and local construction areas Enters data nightly into SQL database for project management Maintains logs and timesheets on SQL server via internet or VPN connection. Must have working knowledge of firewalls and local area networking. Performs weekly maintenance on hardware and vehicle Must be able to negotiate terms with local mechanics and service professionals Keeps and Maintains organized onboard filing system Sends weekly data shipment through customs to Canadian office for post processing Maintains good communication with PM and provides detailed project update when required. Negotiates maintenance and service appointments so as not to delay the data collection Responsible for weekly company expense reports and checklists Performs calibrations on all vehicle components and subsystems Creates excel reports to track statistical deviance. Must be able to reschedule flights and respond to last minute changes Must be able to thrive in a close working environment for extend periods. Verifies all subsystems are working within accepted parameters Preferred Skills: A+ experience Auto mechanical experience Physics Photography Microsoft Certification Defensive Driving Course Strong Electrical Background Able to rent a car ARAN Mission: To provide specified data to customers in the Pavement Management Industry To provide real time Video Logging and Inventory of all appurtenances To provide accurate measurements of signs, medians, height clearances and other roadside furniture To provide accurate satellite GPS information for photogrammetry To provide accurate pavement distress measurements and geometrics information To provide and meet all customer’s Pavement Management needs Additional: Per Diem - Each employee will be granted $40 per day while working in the field Incentive plan – Paid out when planned mileage targets are beat. Corporate Lodging – all hotels and accommodations are paid for by Roadware Corporate Credit Card – each employee is granted an AMEX card for vehicle expenses Any Hotel or Travel Points programs can be collected by staff Overtime is paid after 40 hours per week at a rate of 1.5 Guaranteed 16 paid Statutory Holidays a year Weather and Maintenance days can be claimed for 8 hours worked All flight and travel costs to and from job site are incurred by Roadware

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