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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.

Currently Employed: 25

Yearly Projected Openings: 0

Typical Hourly Wage: $18.16 - $24.72

Typical Annual Salary: $37,800 - $51,400

• Prepare drawings of proposed signal installations or other control devices, using drafting instruments or computer-automated drafting equipment.
• Interact with the public to answer traffic-related questions, respond to complaints or requests, or discuss traffic control ordinances, plans, policies, or procedures.
• Provide technical supervision regarding traffic control devices to other traffic technicians or laborers.
• Analyze data related to traffic flow, accident rates, or proposed development to determine the most efficient methods to expedite traffic flow.
• Plan, design, and improve components of traffic control systems to accommodate current or projected traffic and to increase usability and efficiency.
• Prepare work orders for repair, maintenance, or changes in traffic systems.
• Lay out pavement markings for striping crews.
• Study factors affecting traffic conditions, such as lighting or sign and marking visibility, to assess their effectiveness.
• Gather and compile data from hand count sheets, machine count tapes, or radar speed checks and code data for computer input.
• Monitor street or utility projects for compliance to traffic control permit conditions.

• Electronic counters
• Floor or platform scales
• Power saws
• Speed sensors
• Theodolites

• Analytical or scientific software
• Computer aided design CAD software
• Industrial control software
• Map creation software
• Office suite software