Subway and Streetcar Operators

What Subway and streetcar operators Do

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

Subway and streetcar operator Salaries

• 2020 employment: 11,000
• May 2021 median annual wage: $81,180

Job Outlook for Subway and streetcar operators

Projected employment change, 2020-30:

• Number of new jobs: 1,100
• Growth rate: 10 percent (As fast as average)

How to Become a Subway or streetcar operator

Education and training:

• Typical entry-level education: High school diploma or equivalent
• Work experience in a related occupation: None
• Typical on-the-job training: Moderate-term on-the-job training

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