Tram operator, Kaiwhakamahi taramukā
Also known as
- Light rail vehicle operator, cable car operator, tram driver, tram controller, transport operator, rapid transport operator, trolley operator
Tram operators drive and control passenger trams to transport people. They may handle fares.
Your pay could be
$24
Lower
$27 to $46
Most common
$52
Upper
How does this pay compare?
Pay is before tax
Your training could be
No specific training
Tram operators
- may work shifts, including weekends, evenings and public holidays
- usually work on trams and travel locally
- need to be safety conscious, work well under pressure and communicate well
Tasks
- drive trams
- monitor signals and traffic
- watch for hazards
- collect and check fares from passengers
- provide travel information
- report vehicle and equipment problems
- tell passengers about vehicle problems
- write reports about incidents
- direct emergency actions
Practical
Organised
Enterprising
Interests that fit this job
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You need
- to complete on-the-job training courses
- a full driver licence for 2 years
- a passenger (P) endorsement
You may need
- a Class 2 or 4 driver licence
- to pass a medical assessment and drug test
- to pass a police check
If you’re in school
You usually don’t need specific NCEA levels for this job.
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