Traffic Technician

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Ideal for those passionate about improving road safety and traffic flow efficiency.
Play a crucial role in enhancing urban mobility and reducing traffic congestion.
Use data analysis to optimize traffic systems and improve community life.

💰 Earn $54K-$92K

📚 High School Diploma or GED

⏱️ 12–24 MONTH TRAINING

📈 4.2% JOB GROWTH

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What You’ll 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.

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.

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Minimum Education

High School Diploma or GED

Career Prospects

Good (Increasing by 1-5%)

Training Time

1 to 2 years

Job Openings

800 Annually

Median Earnings

$66,460 in California

$52,240 Nationally

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Best For You If...

YOU Like 💕

Influencing or leading others
Thinking and problem solving
Working with my hands

You are skilled in 💫

Active Listening
Operation and Control
Operations Monitoring
Reading Comprehension
Time Management
Writing

You value 🙏

Having support
Having freedom
Personal relationships

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Traffic Technician

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Bachelor's Degree

A bachelor's degree typically results in increased knowledge about a variety of academic subjects, specialized knowledge in a focused field of study, and is considered the foundational qualification for many careers.

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⏱️ FINISH IN 4-5+ years

Associate's Degree

An associate's degree typically provides graduates with foundational knowledge and skills for entry-level jobs in the graduate's industry, or serves as a stepping stone towards further education.

🎓 College

⏱️ FINISH IN 2-3 years