Subway and Streetcar Operators
SOC Code: 53-4041 Job Zone 2: Some Preparation Needed
Operate subway or elevated suburban trains with no separate locomotive, or electric-powered streetcar, to transport passengers. May handle fares.
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Prevailing Wage Levels (National)
DOL/OFLC prevailing wage thresholds for Subway and Streetcar Operators. Hourly rates x 2,080 = annual.
FY2027 Weighted Lottery Impact
| Level | Lottery Entries | Est. Selection Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Level I (Entry) | 1 entry | ~16% |
| Level II (Qualified) | 2 entries | ~31% |
| Level III (Experienced) | 3 entries | ~45% |
| Level IV (Expert) | 4 entries | ~61% |
Prevailing Wages by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Level I | Level II | Level III | Level IV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Richmond, VA | $68,786 | $76,107 | $83,429 | $90,750 |
| Northeast Virginia nonmetropolitan area | $68,786 | $76,107 | $83,429 | $90,750 |
| Hagerstown-Martinsburg, MD-WV | $56,867 | $68,120 | $79,352 | $90,605 |
| San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA | $67,413 | $74,734 | $82,035 | $89,357 |
| Santa Cruz-Watsonville, CA | $68,203 | $75,192 | $82,160 | $89,149 |
| Modesto, CA | $66,581 | $73,965 | $81,349 | $88,733 |
| Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $69,243 | $75,608 | $81,973 | $88,338 |
| Atlantic City-Hammonton, NJ | $85,779 | $86,570 | $87,339 | $88,130 |
| New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ | $86,570 | $87,090 | $87,610 | $88,130 |
| Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton, PA-NJ | $85,779 | $86,570 | $87,339 | $88,130 |
Key Skills
| Skill | Importance | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Operations Monitoring | 3.9 | |
| Operation and Control | 3.9 | |
| Active Listening | 3.6 | |
| Speaking | 3.4 | |
| Monitoring | 3.2 | |
| Judgment and Decision Making | 3.1 | |
| Reading Comprehension | 3.1 | |
| Service Orientation | 3.1 | |
| Active Learning | 3.0 | |
| Complex Problem Solving | 3.0 |
Knowledge Areas
| Knowledge | Importance |
|---|---|
| Transportation | 4.4 |
| Public Safety and Security | 3.9 |
| Customer and Personal Service | 3.7 |
| English Language | 3.2 |
| Education and Training | 2.8 |
| Telecommunications | 2.6 |
| Mechanical | 2.6 |
| Administration and Management | 2.5 |
Education Requirements
| Education Level | % of Workers |
|---|---|
| High school diploma | 86.5% |
| Some college | 8.9% |
| Post-secondary certificate | 4.6% |
Typical Tasks
- Operate controls to open and close transit vehicle doors.
- Drive and control rail-guided public transportation, such as subways, elevated trains, and electric-powered streetcars, trams, or trolleys, to transport passengers.
- Monitor lights indicating obstructions or other trains ahead and watch for car and truck traffic at crossings to stay alert to potential hazards.
- Direct emergency evacuation procedures.
- Regulate vehicle speed and the time spent at each stop to maintain schedules.
- Report delays, mechanical problems, and emergencies to supervisors or dispatchers, using radios.
- Make announcements to passengers, such as notifications of upcoming stops or schedule delays.
- Complete reports, including shift summaries and incident or accident reports.
Technology Skills
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