# 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. - Code: 53-6041.00 (O*NET-SOC; SOC 2018 53-6041) - Family: [Transportation & Material Moving](https://foundation.org.ai/occupations#family-53), one of its 57 occupations - Tasks: 23 tasks (3 core and 20 supplemental) - Page: https://foundation.org.ai/occupations/53-6041.00 - JSON: https://foundation.org.ai/data/tasks/53-6041.00.json ## What the work is made of 1. Study traffic delays by noting times of delays, the numbers of vehicles affected, and vehicle speed through the delay area. Core task · Task 8643 · Rated by 79 people who do the job, July 2016 2. Interact with the public to answer traffic-related questions, respond to complaints or requests, or discuss traffic control ordinances, plans, policies, or procedures. Core task · Task 8630 · Rated by 82 people who do the job, July 2016 3. Prepare graphs, charts, diagrams, or other aids to illustrate observations or conclusions. Core task · Task 8645 · Rated by 81 people who do the job, July 2016 4. Analyze data related to traffic flow, accident rates, or proposed development to determine the most efficient methods to expedite traffic flow. Supplemental task · Task 8633 · Rated by 81 people who do the job, July 2016 5. Prepare work orders for repair, maintenance, or changes in traffic systems. Supplemental task · Task 8634 · Rated by 82 people who do the job, July 2016 6. Plan, design, and improve components of traffic control systems to accommodate current or projected traffic and to increase usability and efficiency. Supplemental task · Task 8632 · Rated by 81 people who do the job, July 2016 7. Compute time settings for traffic signals or speed restrictions, using standard formulas. Supplemental task · Task 8647 · Rated by 81 people who do the job, July 2016 8. Prepare drawings of proposed signal installations or other control devices, using drafting instruments or computer-automated drafting equipment. Supplemental task · Task 8631 · Rated by 81 people who do the job, July 2016 9. Study factors affecting traffic conditions, such as lighting or sign and marking visibility, to assess their effectiveness. Supplemental task · Task 8635 · Rated by 81 people who do the job, July 2016 10. Gather and compile data from hand count sheets, machine count tapes, or radar speed checks and code data for computer input. Supplemental task · Task 8640 · Rated by 79 people who do the job, July 2016 11. Measure and record the speed of vehicular traffic, using electrical timing devices or radar equipment. Supplemental task · Task 8642 · Rated by 82 people who do the job, July 2016 12. Lay out pavement markings for striping crews. Supplemental task · Task 8637 · Rated by 81 people who do the job, July 2016 13. Provide technical supervision regarding traffic control devices to other traffic technicians or laborers. Supplemental task · Task 8639 · Rated by 82 people who do the job, July 2016 14. Operate counters and record data to assess the volume, type, and movement of vehicular or pedestrian traffic at specified times. Supplemental task · Task 8638 · Rated by 82 people who do the job, July 2016 15. Place and secure automatic counters, using power tools, and retrieve counters after counting periods end. Supplemental task · Task 8641 · Rated by 81 people who do the job, July 2016 16. 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. Supplemental task · Task 8644 · Rated by 81 people who do the job, July 2016 17. Time stoplights or other delays, using stopwatches. Supplemental task · Task 8650 · Rated by 81 people who do the job, July 2016 18. Maintain or make minor adjustments or field repairs to equipment used in surveys, including the replacement of parts on traffic data gathering devices. Supplemental task · Task 8649 · Rated by 82 people who do the job, July 2016 19. Visit development or work sites to determine projects' effect on traffic and the adequacy of traffic control and safety plans or to suggest traffic control measures. Supplemental task · Task 8636 · Rated by 81 people who do the job, July 2016 20. Establish procedures for street closures or for repair or construction projects. Supplemental task · Task 8646 · Rated by 81 people who do the job, July 2016 21. Provide traffic information, such as road conditions, to the public. Supplemental task · Task 20938 · Rated by 82 people who do the job, July 2016 22. Monitor street or utility projects for compliance to traffic control permit conditions. Supplemental task · Task 8648 · Rated by 81 people who do the job, July 2016 23. Develop plans or long-range strategies for providing adequate parking space. 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