Traffic Technicians
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.
About the profession
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.
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Based on the Traffic Technicians role, here are the RIASEC personality types that tend to thrive in this career. While these alignments are common, individual success depends on motivation, skill development, and finding the right work environment.
Realistic
Hands-on, practical, technical work
Investigative
Research, analysis, problem-solving
Conventional
Organizing, detail-oriented, structured
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Career Path
Your career progression roadmap with salary growth at each level
Career Ladder
Junior Traffic Technician → Practitioner Traffic Technician → Senior Practitioner Traffic Technician → Lead Traffic Technician
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Salary Growth
4
Levels
$79K
Top Salary
8+
Years
Learning Path
Skills you need to develop and courses to get there
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Timeline: 0-2 | Entry Level Base: $36,290 - $46,928/year With equity/bonuses: $39,919 - $56,314 Top markets (SF/NYC): $41,734 - $56,314 Execute core tasks using Active Listening…
Skills used in this career
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Day in Life
Junior vs Senior, daily schedule breakdown
9am, Interact with the public to answer traffic-related questions, respond to complaints or requests, or discuss traffic control ordinances, plans, policies, or procedures.
Income Dynamics
Conservative and aggressive scenarios for 10–15 years
Year 1: Entry level $25,403 - $42,235 Year 2-3: Junior level $46,928 - $54,687 Year 4-6: Mid level $54,687 - $59,292 Year 7-10: Senior level $59,292 - $71,613 Year 10+:…
Is this for me?
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You find the craft of a Traffic Technician genuinely interesting, not just a paycheck You enjoy working with Active Listening and Reading Comprehension You communicate clearly…
💰 Salary Range
BLS OEWS, May 2023Half of U.S. workers in this occupation earn more than this, half earn less.
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