Traffic Technicians: Ensuring Safe and Efficient Transportation Infrastructure

Traffic technicians are responsible for installing, maintaining and repairing traffic control devices such as traffic lights, pedestrian signals, and highway signs. They also monitor and adjust the timing of traffic signals to ensure that they are functioning properly and safely. Additionally, they may be involved in the design and implementation of new traffic control systems.

Traffic technicians typically work for government agencies or private companies that specialize in transportation infrastructure management. They may work in a variety of settings, including offices, warehouses, and outdoors at construction sites.

Some common tasks that traffic technicians perform include:

* Installing and maintaining traffic control devices such as traffic lights, pedestrian signals, and highway signs
* Monitoring and adjusting the timing of traffic signals to ensure that they are functioning properly and safely
* Designing and implementing new traffic control systems
* Troubleshooting issues with existing traffic control devices and making repairs as needed
* Collaborating with other professionals such as engineers and transportation planners to ensure that traffic control systems are safe and effective.

Traffic technicians typically have a high school diploma or equivalent and receive on-the-job training or complete a formal apprenticeship program. They may also obtain certifications in specific areas of traffic control technology, such as the International Municipal Signal Association (IMSA) Certified Traffic Control Technician (CTCT) program.