Traffic Technicians

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.

Key Competencies * Dependability * Attention to Detail * Integrity * Cooperation * Adaptability/Flexibility * Analytical Thinking * Independence * Initiative * Persistence * Stress Tolerance

Representative Tasks * Prepare work orders for repair, maintenance, or changes in traffic systems. * Analyze data related to traffic flow, accident rates, or proposed development to determine the most efficient methods to expedite traffic flow. * Study factors affecting traffic conditions, such as lighting or sign and marking visibility, to assess their effectiveness.

Industry

Government, Professional Scientific & Technical Services,

Job Family Transportation and Material Moving

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