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Transportation, Distribution, and Logistics
- Annual Median Wage$ 48,830$35,620
$76,160Annual NC Wage Range
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Fast Growing
- 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.
What do they typically do
- Prepare work orders for repair, maintenance, or changes in traffic systems
- Study traffic delays by noting times of delays, the numbers of vehicles affected, and vehicle speed through the delay area
- Prepare drawings of proposed signal installations or other control devices, using drafting instruments or computer-automated drafting equipment
- Analyze data related to traffic flow, accident rates, or proposed development to determine the most efficient methods to expedite traffic flow
- Compute time settings for traffic signals or speed restrictions, using standard formulas
- Prepare graphs, charts, diagrams, or other aids to illustrate observations or conclusions
- Plan, design, and improve components of traffic control systems to accommodate current or projected traffic and to increase usability and efficiency
- Interact with the public to answer traffic-related questions, respond to complaints or requests, or discuss traffic control ordinances, plans, policies, or procedures
Number of Jobs
Average AnnualJob Growth +1.4%Job Opening 36Education & Training
- Education Most occupations require training in vocational schools, related on-the-job experience, or an associate's degree.Associated Programs or MajorsMoreLicenseMore
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