Tram Drivers

Tram Drivers drive trams to transport passengers on urban light rail networks.

  • The Job
  • The Facts
  • Related Courses

What the job involves

  • Stops at stations and set locations to pick up and set down passengers and freight
  • Opens and closes doors before and after passengers board or disembark
  • Observes signals, track conditions, nearby traffic and prescribed speeds to ensure safety
  • Monitors indicator gauges, changes controls and power supply poles and reports operating irregularities
  • Checks time and adherence to timetables
  • May advise passengers on destinations

Key values of workers in Tram Drivers

  • Support

    Occupations that satisfy this work value offer supportive management that stands behind employees. Corresponding needs are Company Policies, Supervision: Human Relations and Supervision: Technical.

  • Working Conditions

    Occupations that satisfy this work value offer job security and good working conditions. Corresponding needs are Activity, Compensation, Independence, Security, Variety and Working Conditions.

  • Recognition

    Occupations that satisfy this work value offer advancement, potential for leadership, and are often considered prestigious. Corresponding needs are Advancement, Authority, Recognition and Social Status.

  • Independence

    Occupations that satisfy this work value allow employees to work on their own and make decisions. Corresponding needs are Creativity, Responsibility and Autonomy.

  • Achievement

    Occupations that satisfy this work value are results oriented and allow employees to use their strongest abilities, giving them a feeling of accomplishment. Corresponding needs are Ability Utilization and Achievement.

Top skills required for workers in Tram Drivers

  • Operation and Control

    Controlling operations of equipment or systems.

  • Active Listening

    Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.

  • Speaking

    Talking to others to convey information effectively.

  • Monitoring

    Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.

  • Reading Comprehension

    Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.