How do they match: Traffic Technicians

  • Traffic Control Specialist
  • Traffic Monitor Specialist

  • Interview motorists about specific intersections or highways to gather road-condition information for use in planning.
  • Maintain or make minor adjustments or field repairs to equipment used in surveys, including the replacement of parts on traffic data gathering devices.
  • Operate counters and record data to assess the volume, type, and movement of vehicular or pedestrian traffic at specified times.
  • Review traffic control or barricade plans to issue permits for parades or other special events or for construction work that affects rights of way, providing assistance with plan preparation or revision, as necessary.