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Automation Risk Analysis

Will “Traffic Control Technician” be Automated?

Historical Context: Oxford Study (2013)

Ranked #537 of 702. Estimated risk: 90.0%

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AI Exposure Risk

56%

“Traffic Control Technician” will maybe be replaced by AI.

Based on the cognitive demands, communication requirements, and logical reasoning intrinsic to this occupation according to O*NET data, we project a 56% probability of disruption by generative AI and Large Language Models.

Automation & Robot Risk

45%

“Traffic Control Technician” will probably not be replaced by robots.

Evaluating the physical dexterity, repetitive motion tasks, and manual labor associated with this role, our analysis indicates a 45% likelihood of substitution by advanced robotics systems.

Personal & Financial Insights

Every occupation has a unique profile. For Traffic Technicians, the Bureau of Labor Statistics and O*NET classify the day-to-day work broadly as: 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.

Avg. Annual Salary $61,310
Avg. Hourly Wage $29.48
Available Jobs (US) 7,580
Job Title & Hierarchy Code (SOC) Traffic Technicians #53-6041
Wage vs. National Median
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Data is based on the reference occupation: “Traffic Technicians”

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Core Skills & Abilities

  • Analyze data related to traffic flow, accident rates, or proposed development to determine the most efficient methods to expedite traffic flow.

  • Provide technical supervision regarding traffic control devices to other traffic technicians or laborers.

  • Measure and record the speed of vehicular traffic, using electrical timing devices or radar equipment.

  • 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.

  • Provide traffic information, such as road conditions, to the public.

  • Prepare drawings of proposed signal installations or other control devices, using drafting instruments or computer-automated drafting equipment.

  • Study traffic delays by noting times of delays, the numbers of vehicles affected, and vehicle speed through the delay area.

  • Monitor street or utility projects for compliance to traffic control permit conditions.

  • Study factors affecting traffic conditions, such as lighting or sign and marking visibility, to assess their effectiveness.

  • Plan, design, and improve components of traffic control systems to accommodate current or projected traffic and to increase usability and efficiency.

  • Interact with the public to answer traffic-related questions, respond to complaints or requests, or discuss traffic control ordinances, plans, policies, or procedures.

  • Establish procedures for street closures or for repair or construction projects.

  • Operate counters and record data to assess the volume, type, and movement of vehicular or pedestrian traffic at specified times.

  • Maintain or make minor adjustments or field repairs to equipment used in surveys, including the replacement of parts on traffic data gathering devices.

  • Prepare graphs, charts, diagrams, or other aids to illustrate observations or conclusions.

  • 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.

  • Gather and compile data from hand count sheets, machine count tapes, or radar speed checks and code data for computer input.

  • Prepare work orders for repair, maintenance, or changes in traffic systems.

  • Place and secure automatic counters, using power tools, and retrieve counters after counting periods end.

  • Compute time settings for traffic signals or speed restrictions, using standard formulas.

  • Develop plans or long-range strategies for providing adequate parking space.

  • Time stoplights or other delays, using stopwatches.

  • Lay out pavement markings for striping crews.

Technologies & Software

  • Mistral (Mistral AI)
  • Project44 AI Logistics
  • Dowling Associates TRAFFIX
  • Microsoft Office software
  • Tableau
  • The MathWorks MATLAB
  • Grok (xAI)
  • Microsoft Word
  • ESRI ArcGIS software
  • Waymo (Autonomous Driving)
  • C++
  • Python
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Computer aided design and drafting software CADD
  • ESRI ArcView
  • Gemini (Google)
  • Geographic information system GIS systems
  • Microsoft Outlook
  • ChatGPT (OpenAI)
  • Claude (Anthropic)
  • DeepSeek
  • Mobileye AI
  • Microsoft PowerPoint
  • Llama (Meta)
  • Qwen (Alibaba)
  • Autodesk AutoCAD
  • Traffic control software
  • Bentley MicroStation
  • Nova (Amazon)
  • SAS
  • Tesla Autopilot
  • R
  • Word processing software
  • Microsoft Access
  • Salesforce software
  • Pd' Programming Intersection Magic
  • Oracle Database
  • Trafficware SimTraffic
  • Kimi (Moonshot AI)
  • Gatik AI
  • Microsoft Windows
  • JAMAR Technologies PETRAPro
  • Traffic signal software
  • Structure query language SQL
  • Personal computers
  • Data collectors
  • Total stations
  • 35 millimeter cameras
  • Desktop computers
  • Radar guns
  • Dynamic message signs
  • Portable two way radios
  • Traffic counters
  • Ramp meters
  • Portable weight scales
  • Digital plotters
  • Pneumatic traffic counters
  • Digital cameras
  • Drafting instruments
  • Pavement cutting saws
  • Notebook computers
  • Electric timing devices