Traffic Technician Career

Job Description: 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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Traffic Technician Career

Salary Info

Median Annual Wage

$61,310

Median Hourly Wage

$29.48*

Total Employed Nationally

7,580


Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics May 2025 wage data and 2024-2034 employment projections. "Projected growth" represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2024-2034). "Projected job openings" represent openings due to growth and replacement.