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State of Indiana

Traffic Sign Crew Member

Vincennes, IN · On-site

$20/hr

As a member of the Traffic Sign Crew, you will work as part of a team to maintain and upgrade traffic signage along state-owned highways. You will be given daily assignments from your crew leader to ...

ASBC

Sign Division Manager (Traffic & Roadway)

Centennial, CO · On-site

$87K - $108K/yr

We are looking for an experienced and hands-on Sign Division Manager to lead our traffic control sign fabrication and installation division. This key leadership position combines technical expertise ...

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How much do traffic sign jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for traffic sign in the United States is $21.88, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.79 and $25.96 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Traffic Sign Technician, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Traffic Sign Technician, you need knowledge of traffic control standards, experience in sign installation, and typically a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with tools such as power drills, post drivers, and the ability to read engineering or municipal plans is important, and some roles may require a valid driver's license or safety certifications. Attention to detail, problem-solving, and teamwork are critical soft skills for ensuring accuracy and safety on the job. These skills and qualifications are crucial for maintaining proper road signage, ensuring public safety, and complying with legal requirements.

What is the difference between Traffic Sign vs Traffic Signal Technician?

AspectTraffic SignTraffic Signal Technician
Primary RoleInstall, maintain, and repair traffic signs and markingsInstall, troubleshoot, and repair traffic signal systems
Required CertificationsPossibly a driver’s license, safety trainingElectrical certifications, technical training
Work EnvironmentOutdoor, roadways, construction sitesOutdoor, electrical systems, traffic control boxes
Industry UsageMunicipalities, transportation departmentsTransportation agencies, electrical contractors

While both roles involve working on traffic infrastructure, Traffic Sign workers focus on signs and markings, whereas Traffic Signal Technicians specialize in electrical traffic control systems. Understanding these differences helps in choosing the right career path or job search focus within the transportation industry.

What are some common challenges faced by traffic sign installers on the job?

Traffic sign installers often work outdoors in various weather conditions, which can be physically demanding. They may also encounter challenges related to coordinating with local authorities and ensuring that signs are installed according to safety and regulatory standards. Working near active roadways requires strict adherence to safety protocols to minimize risks. Additionally, installers must be able to read and interpret installation plans accurately to ensure proper placement and visibility of traffic signs.

What are traffic signs and what is their purpose?

Traffic signs are visual indicators placed along roads and highways to provide important information, instructions, and warnings to drivers and pedestrians. Their primary purpose is to promote road safety, regulate traffic flow, and ensure that everyone understands the rules of the road. Traffic signs use standardized symbols and colors to communicate messages quickly and clearly, even to those who may not speak the local language. By following traffic signs, road users can help prevent accidents and ensure smoother transportation.
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Infographic showing various Traffic Sign job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 57% Full Time, 39% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $45,500 per year, or $21.9 per hour.

Traffic Sign/Marking Technician

Hillsborough County - Board of County Commissioners

Tampa, FL • On-site

$34K - $45K/yr

Full-time

Posted 29 days ago

Job description


Job Overview
Performs and/or supervises either the layout and installation of traffic control markings; or the fabrication of traffic control signs; or the installation of traffic control signs, using the Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) and approved by the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT).
Salary
Min $34,403.20 annually
Mid $45,583.20 annually
Core Competencies
  • Customer Commitment - Proactively seeks to understand the needs of the customers and provide the highest standards of service.
  • Dedication to Professionalism and Integrity - Demonstrates and promotes fair, honest, professional, and ethical behaviors that establishes trust throughout the organization and with the public we serve.
  • Organizational Excellence - Takes ownership for excellence through one's personal effectiveness and dedication to the continuous improvement of our operations.
  • Success through Teamwork - Collaborates and builds partnerships through trust and the open exchange of diverse ideas and perspectives to achieve organizational goals.

Tier 1
Duties and Responsibilities
Note: The following duties are illustrative and not exhaustive. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. Depending on assigned area of responsibility, incumbents in the position may perform one or more of the activities described below:
  • Operates pavement marking equipment such as small and medium paint stripers, pre-melters, bituminous machine, pavement markings grinder, thermoplastic machines, and generators to apply traffic control markings on roadways in accordance with work orders, blueprints, the MUTCD and Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) manuals.
  • Loads, maintains, and repairs road marking equipment such as small and medium paint stripers, pre-melters, bituminous machines, pavement markings grinder, thermoplastic machines, and generators to ensure proper operation of equipment.
  • Operates equipment such as squeeze and roller sheet applicators, electric/hydraulic die cutters, computerized graphic printer/plotter, and hot ovens to fabricate traffic control signs and street markers.
  • Uses the interstate machining and pressure sensitive application with the MUTCD and FDOT standards by selecting sign blanks, using a computerized graphic printer/plotter to produce sign details, using a ruler/tape measure to layout sign details on sign blanks, and applying sign detail to blank.
  • Interprets work orders and associated blueprints, draws sketches, and calculates measurements to determine materials needed.
  • Selects traffic control signs, determines appropriate sign locations, and installs signs on roadway easements.
  • Sets up barricades for road closures in accordance with FDOT standards.
  • Listens to and forwards citizen's complaints, compiles reports, and attends meetings to receive and disseminate information.
  • Drives pickup truck to and from work sites, loads and unloads supplies and equipment, and performs minor safety and operational checks.
  • Performs other related duties as required.

Job Specifications
  • Knowledge of the MUTCD and FDOT Traffic Standards applicable to the application of roadway markings, sign fabrication, sign installation, or road closures.
  • Knowledge of the operation and maintenance of roadway marking, sign fabrication, or sign installation equipment.
  • Knowledge of the preparation and application of materials used to mark roadways and fabricate signs.
  • Knowledge of high school level mathematics.
  • Knowledge of basic drafting symbols and terminology.
  • Skill in operating and performing minor repairs on small and medium paint stripers, pre-melters, bituminous machine, pavement markings grinder, thermoplastic machines, and generators.
  • Skill in using sign fabrication tools and equipment such as squeeze roller sheet applicators, electric/hydraulic die cutter, interstate applicator, hot oven, and computerized graphic printer/plotter.
  • Skill in using sign installation tools and equipment such as wrenches, posthole diggers, core drilling machine, and signpost extractors, electric saws, and jackhammers.
  • Skill in identifying discrepancies between blueprint or work order dimensions and actual road dimensions.
  • Ability to apply paint and markings correctly.
  • Ability to read and understand aspects of blueprints, survey maps and work orders that describe tasks to be performed.
  • Ability to apply pavement markings or to fabricate and install signs.
  • Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
  • Ability to follow established procedures.
  • Ability to work effectively with others.
  • Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
  • Ability to use computer terminals to accurately make sign details.

Physical Requirements
  • Work is generally outdoors and may occur during moderately adverse conditions to include weather, traffic, dampness, exposure to storm water and wastewater flows and atmospheres.
  • Involves physical activities that require considerable use of arms and legs and moving the whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials.
  • Lift and carry equipment for periods of short duration but repeatedly over the course of a day (occasionally requires heavy lifting).

Work Category
  • Medium Work - Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Minimum Qualifications Required
  • Graduation from high school or possession of a GED Certificate;

OR
  • An equivalent combination of training and experience that would reasonably be expected to provide the job-related competencies noted above; AND
  • Possession of a valid Driver's License; AND
  • IMSA (International Municipal Signal Assoc.) Traffic Sign Level I.

Additional Requirements for Some Positions
  • FDOT MOT (Maintenance of Traffic) Intermediate Level Certification

Emergency Management Responsibilities
In the event of an emergency or disaster, an employee may be required to respond promptly to duties and responsibilities as assigned by the employee's department, the County's Office of Emergency Management, or County Administration. Such assignments may be for before, during or after the emergency/disaster.
Career Progression
Employees in this classification that acquire the competencies and minimum qualifications for the next tier will be able to apply for promotional opportunities through a competitive selection process. Employees will not automatically be upgraded to the next tier. Reclassifying a position is based on business need and financial impact and is not based solely on the job competencies or qualifications of the incumbent.

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