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How much do traffic signal supervisor jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 19, 2026, the average yearly pay for traffic signal supervisor in the United States is $78,420.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $52,000.00 and $96,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the most common challenges a Traffic Signal Supervisor faces on the job?

As a Traffic Signal Supervisor, you'll often encounter challenges such as responding promptly to unexpected signal malfunctions or coordinating repairs during peak traffic hours. Managing multiple projects simultaneously and ensuring compliance with local and national traffic safety standards can also be demanding. Effective supervision of technical staff and clear communication with city officials or contractors are essential for keeping projects on track. Staying current with evolving technology and traffic patterns is key to maintaining safe and efficient roadways.

What is a Traffic Signal Supervisor job?

A Traffic Signal Supervisor oversees the installation, maintenance, and repair of traffic signal systems to ensure safe and efficient traffic flow. They coordinate work crews, troubleshoot signal malfunctions, and ensure compliance with transportation regulations. This role often requires technical expertise in electrical systems, traffic management, and leadership skills. Additionally, they collaborate with engineers, city officials, and contractors to implement and improve traffic control solutions.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Traffic Signal Supervisor position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Traffic Signal Supervisor, you need expertise in traffic signal systems, electrical circuits, and crew management, often supported by relevant certifications or a technical degree. Familiarity with traffic management software, traffic signal controllers, and safety regulations like MUTCD is typical for this position. Strong leadership, effective communication, and problem-solving skills help you manage teams and coordinate between agencies. These competencies are vital for ensuring the safe, reliable operation and timely maintenance of traffic control infrastructure.

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03617 - Traffic Signal Supervisor

03617 - Traffic Signal Supervisor

Virginia Department of Transportation

Culpeper, VA • On-site

$60K - $98K/yr

Full-time

Posted 4 days ago

Virginia Department Of Transportation rating

7.0

Company rating: 7.0 out of 10

Based on 18 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

532nd of 693 rated public administrative organizations

Job description


Collaborate with technical and engineering staff to facilitate operation and maintenance of the regional transportation network. Oversee consultants and contractors providing systems support and services. Ensure team members are trained and proficient in new traffic management technologies and equipment in traffic management systems. Ensure compliance with established safety standards, VDOT policies and procedures, and equipment operational standards. To supervise others doing the same work activity. To ensure contracted and in-house maintenance and construction work is performed in accordance with plans and specifications, safety standards, VDOT policies and procedures, building codes and industry standards, grounds maintenance, and electronic toll equipment. To perform oversight of traffic signal maintenance.
How you will contribute:
  • Budgets and Operational plans: Assist with development of operational plans, budgets and expenditure documentation for regional transportation management systems to include Interstate ITS, Roadway Lighting and communications. Assist in development of disaster recovery plans. implement and maintain emergency response plan.
  • Communication: Communicate effectively with the public concerning operations and problems with traffic signals or tolls as assigned. Communicate and interact with the police department concerning traffic signal work and repairs. Effectively resolve issues and problems.
  • Electrical: Perform hands-on electrical work or coordinate staff in the repair of assigned equipment.
  • Maintenance of Traffic Signals: Maintain a large number of traffic signals through ordinary maintenance, maintenance replacement and preventive maintenance programs, with work ranging in complexity from spot replacement of loop detectors, replacement of bulbs or loop amplifiers to periodic replacement of cables and other general wiring of signal heads and control cabinets. Conduct regularly scheduled checks of major signal components through the use of a laptop computer communicating to central through a modem in the cabinet.
  • Oversight: Coordinate with and support field technicians and contractors to implement work plans. Lead field staff and monitor contractors performing maintenance and operation of freeway traffic management equipment and communication networks. Maintain records and prepare reports. Oversee and verify consultant work performing operations and maintenance support. Coordinate the installation of communication lines to new and relocated signals. Monitor and maintain communications to ITS equipment in the field.
  • Traffic Signals: Train subordinate technicians to perform maintenance and repairs to traffic signal equipment. Oversee field and system testing of traffic signal controllers using signal control software. Monitor signal system and oversee work crew response to alarms and failures reported by the system. Develop, implement and monitor changes in traffic signal timings for systems and isolated intersections. Respond to complaints concerning traffic signal malfunctions and troubleshoot equipment to identify and correct problems using wiring diagrams and metering equipment. Inspect newly constructed and modified signals using design and plan sheets to ensure work performed complies with VDOT standards and specifications.

    • What will make you successful:
  • Ability to effectively communicate technical information orally and in writing.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
  • Ability to keep detailed and accurate records.
  • Ability to physically perform hands-on signals and related structures and components and use all required equipment therein.
  • Ability to supervise and manage operations and staff by analyzing needs and problems, identifying solutions and implementing recommendations to support organization goals.
  • Ability to supervise staff, as well as coordinate and prioritize multiple assignments and competing priorities.
  • Ability to use a variety of hand and power tools, testing and diagnostic equipment, and laptop computer to perform maintenance on traffic signals.
  • Considerable knowledge of electrical and electronics systems including circuit analysis and diagnostics.
  • Demonstrated ability in the areas of critical thinking, problem solving and effective decision making.
  • Knowledge of a variety of traffic control devices; and of traffic signal maintenance and operations.
  • Knowledge of traffic management systems, including timing plans, graphic design, computer use and databases.
  • Must be willing to work unscheduled hours including holidays and weekends and emergency conditions.
  • Must have basic knowledge to read and understand technical drawings, datasheets, and written work instructions.
  • Skill in providing and promoting good customer service to internal and external customers.
  • Skill in the use of computers and web-based applications.
  • Thorough knowledge of applicable federal, state, department rules, regulations, policies, procedures, and standards related to program area.
  • Working skills in equipment repair, fabrication, and operation of electronic test equipment.

    • Minimum Qualifications:
  • Ability to effectively communicate technical information orally and in writing; and to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
  • Ability to physically perform hands-on inspection of signals, components, use required equipment, work at heights, in confined spaces, in proximity of moving traffic and in inclement weather.
  • Ability to plan, coordinate, and prioritize multiple assignments and competing priorities.
  • Ability to serve in an on-call capacity and respond to emergency situations within a specified period.
  • Ability to supervise and manage operations and staff by analyzing needs and problems, identifying solutions and implementing recommendations to support organization goals.
  • Knowledge of a variety of traffic control devices, as well as traffic signal maintenance and operations.
  • Knowledge of federal and state regulations and standards related to traffic control devices.
  • Knowledge of traffic management systems, including timing plans, graphic design, computer use, and databases.
  • Skill in providing and promoting good customer service to internal and external stakeholders.
  • Valid driver's license.

    • Additional Considerations:
  • A combination of training, experience, or education in Electronics, or related field desired.
  • Commerical Driver's License
  • Experience in the electronic field to include electronic board and component level repairs; Working experience in a 24-7 hour operation facility.
  • IMSA Roadway Lighting certification
  • IMSA Traffic Signal Level I or II technician certification(s).
  • Progressively responsible experience in signal maintenance
  • Substantial electrical or signal experience.

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