SOC 53-6041
Traffic Technicians
Risk Score
โ ๏ธ62/100
High Risk
US Employment
๐ฅ7,580
Total workers
Median Wage
๐ฐ$58K
$38K โ $86K
Projected Growth
๐+3.7%
2023-2033 (BLS)
GenAI Exposure
๐ค65/100
High exposure
๐ก Traffic Technicians face a risk score of 62/100 โ 18 points above the national average of 44. With 65/100 GenAI exposure, this occupation faces significant pressure from AI tools despite strong projected growth. See our methodology โ
๐ก Workers in this field earn $58K ($12K above the national median). The 3 recommended career transitions all maintain competitive wages while reducing automation exposure. Explore transition paths โ
๐ AI Impact Analysis
With a risk score of 62/100, Traffic Technicians faces moderate automation pressure. While tasks like automated data interpretation and insight generation are increasingly handled by AI, the role retains significant human elements. The 7,580 workers in this occupation should focus on strengthening skills in manual loading of irregular and fragile cargo and emergency situation response and quick decision-making to stay ahead. The role will likely evolve rather than disappear.
Will AI Replace Traffic Technicians?
Read our full analysis with verdict, risk factors, safe tasks, and career transition paths โ
โ ๏ธ Top Risk Factors
Automated data interpretation and insight generation
AI coding assistants reducing developer demand
Predictive maintenance reducing manual inspection needs
AI summarization replacing manual report compilation
๐ก๏ธ Tasks Safe from Automation
Manual loading of irregular and fragile cargo
Emergency situation response and quick decision-making
Navigating complex urban environments with obstacles
๐ Task Automation Breakdown
Based on O*NET task analysis and GenAI exposure scoring. Shows the estimated proportion of this occupation's core tasks that are automatable by current AI, augmented by AI tools, or require essential human skills.
๐ O*NET Task Profile
Study traffic delays by noting times of delays, the numbers of vehicles affected, and vehicle speed through the delay area.
Interact with the public to answer traffic-related questions, respond to complaints or requests, or discuss traffic control ordinances, plans, policies, or procedures.
Prepare graphs, charts, diagrams, or other aids to illustrate observations or conclusions.
Analyze data related to traffic flow, accident rates, or proposed development to determine the most efficient methods to expedite traffic flow.
Prepare work orders for repair, maintenance, or changes in traffic systems.
๐ป Technology Skills
Computer aided design CAD software
Object or component oriented development software
Analytical or scientific software
Geographic information system
Data base user interface and query software
๐ Key Knowledge Areas
Public Safety and Security
Computers and Electronics
Transportation
English Language
Engineering and Technology
๐ vs National Average
National avg: $46K
National avg: 44/100
National avg: 38/100
National avg: 3.7%
๐ Career Transition Paths
| Occupation | Risk | Wage | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| First-Line Supervisors of Transportation and Material Moving Workers, Except Aircraft Cargo Handling Supervisors | 25 | $62K | 74% |
| Aircraft Cargo Handling Supervisors | 29 | $64K | 81% |
| Air Transportation Workers | 31 | $107K | 77% |