Now hiring: On-site Transit Data Collector (Vancouver-based)

 Term of Contract 

7-month work term (December 2025 – June 2026) 

Salary Details 

Compensation: $24 per hour, plus stipend for data use. 

Hours: The hours will be concentrated but sporadic. For example, it is expected to be 2-3 days of work, every 2-3 months.  

Job Summary 

Left Turn Right Turn (LTRT) is supporting ongoing work to measure the performance of real-time transit information systems in the Metro Vancouver area. We are seeking occasional, part-time data collectors located in the Metro Vancouver area that are passionate about transit and want to support the improvement of real-time transit information in the region. 

We are committed to reflecting the diversity of our communities and to supporting all our people to do their best work and be their whole selves. We strive to be an accessible workplace and offer accommodations for people with disabilities where possible. We welcome applications from Indigenous folks, people with disabilities, women, racialized candidates, and 2SLGBTQ candidates. 

About Left Turn Right Turn 

Left Turn Right Turn is a small transportation and accessibility consulting firm, headquartered in Toronto, Ontario. We work with transit agencies and other organizations to improve their services for the improvement of communities and enhancement of residents’ quality of life. We have clients in every province across Canada, and are active in multiple US states. Our clients range from local municipalities, transit agencies, small and large businesses, provincial governments, and federal agencies. 

Within public transit, this means that we develop short- and long-term plans for transit agencies, help them procure new transit technologies, and conduct feasibility studies for new types of transit modes.  

Job Responsibilities 

On-site Transit Data Collectors will collect valuable raw data at key bus stops within Metro Vancouver.  

Your responsibilities will include: 

• Working with the On-Site Coordinator to plan and schedule data collection. 
• Independently navigate to planned bus stops within Metro Vancouver. 
• Use your smartphone to monitor and document trip predictions at bus stops across multiple sources (e.g., NextBus, SMS, Google Maps, Transit App). 
• Document bus departure times from bus stops. 
• Enter detailed information into Microsoft Excel, and optionally leverage automated tools to support data entry. 
• Perform job responsibilities safely, and in a way that protects the privacy of members of the public. 

Training on the data collection protocol will be provided to successful candidates. Note that because the data collection takes place outdoors, successful candidates are responsible for appropriately preparing for extended time spent in outdoor weather conditions. 

Qualifications 

• Have an interest in public transit issues. 
• Detail-oriented. 
• Demonstrated experience following detailed procedures. 
• Must own smartphone with cellular data (stipend for data usage will be provided) and compatible with up-to-date versions of apps, including: 
• Internet web browser 
• Camera 
• Google Maps 
• Transit App 
• Must have access to a personal computer with Microsoft Excel or other spreadsheet tool installed. 
• Demonstrated experience with Microsoft Excel. 
• Demonstrated problem-solving, time management, and decision-making skills. 
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision. 

Application 

Please submit your resume by email to team@ltrt.ca with “On-site Transit Data Collector” included in the subject line. 

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.