Tram Driver

Job Overview

As a Tram Driver, you’ll operate a tram safely and reliably, helping passengers reach their destinations while delivering courteous, attentive service. You’ll navigate city streets, follow traffic laws and transportation safety regulations, and communicate clearly with passengers and dispatch using two-way radios.

Responsibilities

• Drive assigned routes and maintain awareness of traffic, pedestrians, weather, and changing road conditions.
• Follow passenger safety procedures and assist riders, including passengers with special needs, as appropriate.
• Complete vehicle inspections and report maintenance concerns; apply mechanical knowledge to identify potential issues.
• Use two-way radios to share route updates and respond to operational instructions.
• Your impact: Safe driving and thoughtful passenger assistance help riders travel with confidence and reach their destinations.

Experience

• Required: Safe driving practices, defensive driving, clear communication skills, and the ability to speak and understand English.
• Familiarity with city street navigation, customer service, vehicle inspections, maintenance, and applicable traffic and transportation safety regulations is valuable.
• Related experience may include bus driving, commercial driving, van driving, paratransit, motor coach, or school bus driving.
• Knowledge of air brakes, Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations, state transportation regulations, passenger assistance, and driving in adverse weather conditions is helpful.

Pay: From $2,400.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Work Location: On the road