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Summary Description


	Operate subway or elevated suburban trains with no separate locomotive, or electric-powered streetcar, to transport passengers. May handle fares.

Sample Job Titles

1.	Bus and Rail Operator

2.	Bus Operator

3.	Combined Rail Operator

4.	Commuter Train Operator

5.	Electric Motorman

6.	Elevated Motorman

7.	Heavy Rail Train Operator

8.	Light Rail Operator

9.	Light Rail Train Operator

10.	Light Rail Transit Operator

11.	Light Rail Vehicle Operator (LRV Operator)

12.	Monorail Operator

13.	Motor Operator

14.	Rail Operator

15.	Rail Transit Operator

16.	Rapid Transit Operator (RTO)

17.	Service Vehicle Operator

18.	Shuttle Route Vehicle Operator

19.	Streetcar Conductor

20.	Streetcar Motorman

21.	Streetcar Operator

22.	Subway Conductor

23.	Subway Train Driver

24.	Subway Train Operator

25.	Switchman

26.	Track Car Operator

27.	Trackmobile Operator

28.	Train Operator

29.	Tram Operator

30.	Trammer

31.	Transit Operator

32.	Trolley Car Operator

33.	Trolley Operator

34.	Vehicle Operator

Job Tasks

	Operate controls to open and close transit vehicle doors. Drive passenger vehicles.

	Drive and control rail-guided public transportation, such as subways, elevated trains, and electric-powered streetcars, trams, or trolleys, to transport passengers. Drive passenger vehicles.

	Monitor lights indicating obstructions or other trains ahead and watch for car and truck traffic at crossings to stay alert to potential hazards. Monitor vehicle movement or location. Monitor traffic signals. Monitor surroundings to detect potential hazards.

	Direct emergency evacuation procedures. Direct emergency management activities.

	Regulate vehicle speed and the time spent at each stop to maintain schedules. Drive passenger vehicles.

	Report delays, mechanical problems, and emergencies to supervisors or dispatchers, using radios. Report vehicle or equipment malfunctions. Notify others of emergencies, problems, or hazards.

	Make announcements to passengers, such as notifications of upcoming stops or schedule delays. Provide transportation information to passengers or customers.

	Complete reports, including shift summaries and incident or accident reports. Record operational details of travel. Prepare accident or incident reports.

	Greet passengers, provide information, and answer questions concerning fares, schedules, transfers, and routings. Provide transportation information to passengers or customers.

	Collect fares from passengers, and issue change and transfers. Collect fares or payment from customers.

	Attend meetings on driver and passenger safety to learn ways in which job performance might be affected. Maintain professional knowledge or certifications.

	Record transactions and coin receptor readings to verify the amount of money collected. Record sales or transactions data.

Work Activities

Importance	Work Activity

Getting Information — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.

Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, such as forklifts, passenger vehicles, aircraft, or water craft.

Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.

Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.

Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.

Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems.

Performing for or Working Directly with the Public — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving customers in restaurants and stores, and receiving clients or guests.

Making Decisions and Solving Problems — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.

Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.

Controlling Machines and Processes — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines or processes (not including computers or vehicles).

Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards.

Performing General Physical Activities — Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials.

Communicating with Persons Outside Organization — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organization to customers, the public, government, and other external sources. This information can be exchanged in person, in writing, or by telephone or e-mail.

Processing Information — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data.

Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time.

Judging the Qualities of Things, Services, or People — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.

Assisting and Caring for Others — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other personal care to others such as coworkers, customers, or patients.

Handling and Moving Objects — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things.

Analyzing Data or Information — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts.

Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resources, or materials needed to perform a work activity.

Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.

Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, or otherwise negotiating with others.

Training and Teaching Others — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or training programs or classes, and teaching or instructing others.

Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment — Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of mechanical (not electronic) principles.

Documenting/Recording Information — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form.

Coaching and Developing Others — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherwise helping others to improve their knowledge or skills.

Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.

Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.

Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment — Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines, devices, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of electrical or electronic (not mechanical) principles.

Developing and Building Teams — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members.

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At 5:00 a.m. on Sunday, September 3, 1967, the entire nation of Sweden switched from driving on the left to driving on the right.

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