Traffic Surveyor (Part-Time)

What is the role?

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.

Why join LEA?

LEA is an employee-owned engineering consulting firm with a 72‑year history. We provide multidisciplinary engineering services across Transportation, Civil, Structures, Construction Administration, Electrical and Infrastructure Systems, and Environmental Management.

We have a strong track record of delivering high-quality, recognized projects in the Transportation & Systems Division, encompassing Transportation Planning, Traffic Engineering, Transportation Design, Transportation Safety, Intelligent Transportation Systems, Infrastructure Security Systems, and Traffic Signal and Street Lighting.

At LEA, we are committed to producing high-quality, client-focused engineering solutions while supporting the professional growth and self-realization of our people. As an employee-owned company, every team member contributes directly to LEA's continued success and growth.

We're confident that by joining LEA, you can discover and realize your full career potential because LEA:

• Has been recognized as a Greater Toronto Top Employer and Canada's Top Employer for Young People for 2025 & 2026, highlighting our commitment to fostering an outstanding workplace culture and supporting the next generation of professionals.
• Recruits high-performing, motivated individuals who strive to achieve the highest level of technical excellence and quality.
• Is an Employee-owned company, and almost half of our employees are shareholders.
• Offers a competitive total rewards package of salary, substantial bonuses, benefits and other perks.
• Is continuously involved in many exciting and challenging projects throughout Ontario and around the world.
• Allows for a collaborative hybrid work environment with flexible hours to maintain a healthy work-life balance.
• Cultivates teamwork and collaboration, offering a variety of social events aimed at fostering relationships across the company, including sports leagues, game nights, special events, and volunteer/charitable opportunities.
• Is an organization that is committed to achieving our Environmental, Social & Governance objectives through our various committees.
• Prioritizes mentorship, training, and rotational assignments for knowledge advancement and career growth.
• Has an entrepreneurial spirit as an employee-owned company, with continuous growth and expansion, taking part in meaningful projects.

In this role, your duties and responsibilities will include:

• Participating in a variety of transportation data collection projects involving the collection, compilation, analysis, and quality review of traffic and transit survey data.

Field survey and data collection assignments may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• 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.

The qualifications you need:

• 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.

Compensation:

• Hourly Rate: $21/h

Type of Position:

Part-Time Contract – Expected to start by September 2026.

The work arrangement:

Typical survey periods are conducted during the following times:

• TMC Surveys: Weekday AM (6:30-9:30 am), Weekday Midday (11 am-2 pm), Weekday PM (3:30-6:30 pm) and Weekend Peaks (10 am-3 pm).
• Parking Studies: 4:00 pm to midnight, Midnight to 3:00 am.
• MX DDV audit: 8:00 am to 6-7:00 pm

Weather permitting, outdoor surveys and periodic patrol of the site are expected.

LEA's Commitment to Inclusive Hiring and Equal Opportunity:

LEA Consulting Ltd. is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer, with Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) embedded in all strategic planning and operational activities. As part of our commitment to fair representation and equitable access to opportunities, we encourage applications from underrepresented groups, including Indigenous peoples, LGBTQ2S+ individuals, newcomers, neurodiverse individuals, persons with disabilities, racial and ethnic minorities, refugees, veterans, and women.

We evaluate all qualified candidates based on their skills and experiences, without regard to factors such as age, colour, conviction for an offence for which a pardon has been granted, disability, family status, gender identity or expression, genetic characteristics, marital/family status, national origin, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or any other status protected under the Canadian Human Rights Act.

Accessibility:

LEA is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible experience for all candidates. If you require accommodations during any stage of the recruitment or interview process, please contact [email protected]. We remain committed to ensuring that accommodations are available and supported throughout employment.

AI Disclosure:

We do not use Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to screen, assess, or select applicants at any stage of the hiring process for this position.

Vacancy Status:

This position is an existing vacancy.

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