Description
Drive trams through urban areas; pick up and drop off passengers and freight.
Alternative labels
guide tram movement
execute tram driving
perform tram driving operations
control trams
operate trams
perform tram driving activities
carry out tram driving activities
control movement of trams
steer trams
Skill type
skill/competence
Skill reusability level
sector-specific
Relationships with occupations
Essential skill
Drive trams is an essential skill of the following occupations:
Tram driver: Tram drivers operate trams, take fares, and look after passengers.
Optional skill
Drive trams is optional for these occupations. This means knowing this skill may be an asset for career advancement if you are in one of these occupations.
Occupational railway instructor: Occupational railway instructors teach future occupational drivers of railway transportation, such as train, tram, metro and trolley drivers how to operate their railway vehicle according to regulations. They teach their students theory and techniques on how to optimally drive and maintain their specific railway vehicle, observe and evaluate the students’ practice. They also focus on non-driving related subjects such as customer service (in case of person transportation) and safety measure regulations.
References
- Drive trams – ESCO
