Tram Driver
きどうでんしゃうんてんしゅ
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A profession that drives streetcars or light rail in urban areas, ensuring the transportation of passengers and the safety of operations.
Description
Tram drivers operate streetcar or light rail vehicles, responsible for on-time operation and ensuring passenger safety. They handle a wide range of tasks, including vehicle inspections before departure, signal checks and broadcast announcements during operation, emergency response, and fare collection (in the case of one-man operation). They collaborate with operations managers and station staff to adjust operations and respond to emergencies in response to changes in weather or traffic conditions, requiring calmness and high attention to detail.
Future Outlook
Stable demand is expected due to public transportation needs in urban areas, but operational changes accompanying the introduction of autonomous driving technology will also progress.
Personality Traits
Calm and Composed / High Safety Awareness / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Outdoor Work / Shift Work / Vehicle Depot Duty
Career Path
Trainee Driver (Apprentice) → Tram Driver → Group Leader/Trainer → Operations Manager → Safety Manager
Required Skills
Announcements / Emergency First Aid / Signal Monitoring / Vehicle Operation
Recommended Skills
Customer Service Response / One-man Driving / Safety Management Knowledge
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because careful attention must be paid to signals, signs, and track conditions. |
| Stress Tolerance | Because it is necessary to respond calmly even during sudden changes involving passengers or traffic conditions. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Operations during service mainly follow manuals, so creativity is not particularly required. |
| Initiative & Leadership | Basically follows manuals and instructions from operations managers, with limited independent judgment. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because fare calculations and detailed numerical management are automated. |
Related Qualifications
- Conductor Qualification
- Railway Driver License
Aliases
- Light Rail Driver
- Streetcar Driver
- Tram Driver
Related Jobs
- Bus Driver
- Railway Driver
- Shinkansen Driver
- Subway Driver