CAREER
Traffic Technicians
Overview
Salary Median (2020)
$47,800
Projected Job Growth (2019-2029)
+6% (as fast as the average)
Most Common Level of Education
High school diploma or equivalent
Career
What Traffic Technicians Do
Conduct field studies to determine traffic volume, speed, effectiveness of signals, adequacy of lighting, and other factors influencing traffic conditions, under direction of traffic engineer.
Other Job Titles Traffic Technicians May Have
Field Traffic Investigator, Traffic Analyst, Traffic Control Technician, Traffic Investigator, Traffic Signal Technician (TST), Traffic Survey Technician, Traffic Technician, Transportation Planning Technician, Transportation Technician
Tasks & Responsibilities May Include
- Study traffic delays by noting times of delays, the numbers of vehicles affected, and vehicle speed through the delay area.
- Interact with the public to answer traffic-related questions, respond to complaints or requests, or discuss traffic control ordinances, plans, policies, or procedures.
- Prepare graphs, charts, diagrams, or other aids to illustrate observations or conclusions.
- Analyze data related to traffic flow, accident rates, or proposed development to determine the most efficient methods to expedite traffic flow.
- Prepare work orders for repair, maintenance, or changes in traffic systems.
Education
Level of Education Attained by Traffic Technicians
Most common level of education among people in
this career: High school diploma or equivalent (40%)
High school diploma or equivalent
40%
Some college, no degree
25%
Bachelor's degree
16%
Other*
20%
*All other responses combined for clarity.
Majors Related to Career
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