Subway & Streetcar Operators
Also called: Light Rail Operator, Rail Operator, Rapid Transit Operator (RTO), Train Operator
In the military:
see titles from the Army.
What they do:
Operate subway or elevated suburban trains with no separate locomotive, or electric-powered streetcar, to transport passengers. May handle fares.
On the job, you would:
- Monitor lights indicating obstructions or other trains ahead and watch for car and truck traffic at crossings to stay alert to potential hazards.
- Operate controls to open and close transit vehicle doors.
- Drive and control rail-guided public transportation, such as subways, elevated trains, and electric-powered streetcars, trams, or trolleys, to transport passengers.
Transportation
Safety and Government
Business
Arts and Humanities
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Basic Skills
Problem Solving
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Controlled Movement
Attention
Hand and Finger Use
Visual Understanding
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People interested in this work like activities that include practical, hands-on problems and solutions.
They do well at jobs that need:
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You might like a career in one of these industries:
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