[Core] [90% incumbents] Report delays, mechanical problems, and emergencies to supervisors or dispatchers, using radios.
  DWAs: Report vehicle or equipment malfunctions. | Notify others of emergencies, problems, or hazards.

[Core] [90% incumbents] Regulate vehicle speed and the time spent at each stop to maintain schedules.
  DWAs: Drive passenger vehicles.

[Core] [90% incumbents] Make announcements to passengers, such as notifications of upcoming stops or schedule delays.
  DWAs: Provide transportation information to passengers or customers.

[Core] [90% incumbents] Greet passengers, provide information, and answer questions concerning fares, schedules, transfers, and routings.
  DWAs: Provide transportation information to passengers or customers.

[Core] [89% incumbents] Monitor lights indicating obstructions or other trains ahead and watch for car and truck traffic at crossings to stay alert to potential hazards.
  DWAs: Monitor vehicle movement or location. | Monitor traffic signals. | Monitor surroundings to detect potential hazards.

[Core] [89% incumbents] Operate controls to open and close transit vehicle doors.
  DWAs: Drive passenger vehicles.

[Core] [89% incumbents] Drive and control rail-guided public transportation, such as subways, elevated trains, and electric-powered streetcars, trams, or trolleys, to transport passengers.
  DWAs: Drive passenger vehicles.

[Core] [89% incumbents] Complete reports, including shift summaries and incident or accident reports.
  DWAs: Record operational details of travel. | Prepare accident or incident reports.

[Core] [89% incumbents] Attend meetings on driver and passenger safety to learn ways in which job performance might be affected.
  DWAs: Maintain professional knowledge or certifications.

[Core] [87% incumbents] Direct emergency evacuation procedures.
  DWAs: Direct emergency management activities.

--- SKILLS ---
  Active Listening (imp:3.62 lvl:3.00) — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand
  Speaking (imp:3.38 lvl:2.75) — Talking to others to convey information effectively.
  Monitoring (imp:3.25 lvl:3.12) — Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organization
  Reading Comprehension (imp:3.12 lvl:3.12) — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
  Critical Thinking (imp:3.00 lvl:3.25) — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternativ
  Active Learning (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future pr
  Writing (imp:2.75 lvl:2.50) — Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audienc
  Learning Strategies (imp:2.62 lvl:2.62) — Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate fo
  Mathematics (imp:2.38 lvl:2.00) — Using mathematics to solve problems.
  Science (imp:1.00) — Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.

--- KNOWLEDGE ---
  Transportation (imp:4.38 lvl:4.62) — Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea
  Public Safety and Security (imp:3.91 lvl:3.59) — Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote
  Customer and Personal Service (imp:3.66 lvl:4.05) — Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal servic
  English Language (imp:3.19 lvl:2.81) — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the mea
  Education and Training (imp:2.78 lvl:2.65) — Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching
  Telecommunications (imp:2.60 lvl:1.67) — Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of te
  Mechanical (imp:2.57 lvl:1.98) — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and main
  Administration and Management (imp:2.51 lvl:2.10) — Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, 
  Law and Government (imp:2.32 lvl:2.32) — Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulat
  Psychology (imp:2.24 lvl:2.16) — Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, 
  Computers and Electronics (imp:2.19 lvl:1.83) — Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and comput
  Communications and Media (imp:2.12 lvl:1.83) — Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and m
  Engineering and Technology (imp:2.02 lvl:1.52) — Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. Th
  Personnel and Human Resources (imp:1.99 lvl:1.46) — Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, tra
  Mathematics (imp:1.91 lvl:1.28) — Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their appl
  Administrative (imp:1.79 lvl:0.88) — Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word proce
  Foreign Language (imp:1.76 lvl:1.15) — Knowledge of the structure and content of a foreign (non-English) language inclu
  Sociology and Anthropology (imp:1.74 lvl:1.02) — Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human 
  Geography (imp:1.69 lvl:1.09) — Knowledge of principles and methods for describing the features of land, sea, an
  Physics (imp:1.68 lvl:1.15) — Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships,
  Production and Processing (imp:1.56 lvl:0.83) — Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and ot
  Chemistry (imp:1.46 lvl:0.84) — Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances a
  Building and Construction (imp:1.42) — Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or r
  Design (imp:1.40) — Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of 
  Economics and Accounting (imp:1.39) — Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial mar
  Philosophy and Theology (imp:1.29 lvl:0.64) — Knowledge of different philosophical systems and religions. This includes their 
  Therapy and Counseling (imp:1.28 lvl:0.49) — Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and r
  Sales and Marketing (imp:1.24 lvl:0.45) — Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products
  History and Archeology (imp:1.24) — Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and effects on civi
  Biology (imp:1.23) — Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interd
  Medicine and Dentistry (imp:1.17) — Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human i
  Fine Arts (imp:1.10) — Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform
  Food Production (imp:1.00) — Knowledge of techniques and equipment for planting, growing, and harvesting food

--- ABILITIES ---
  Control Precision (imp:4.12 lvl:4.00) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehi
  Multilimb Coordination (imp:3.88 lvl:3.88) — The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or
  Reaction Time (imp:3.88 lvl:4.38) — The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sou
  Problem Sensitivity (imp:3.75 lvl:3.12) — The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does no
  Rate Control (imp:3.75 lvl:3.25) — The ability to time your movements or the movement of a piece of equipment in an
  Near Vision (imp:3.75 lvl:3.00) — The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
  Far Vision (imp:3.75 lvl:3.62) — The ability to see details at a distance.
  Auditory Attention (imp:3.75 lvl:3.62) — The ability to focus on a single source of sound in the presence of other distra
  Oral Expression (imp:3.62 lvl:3.50) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will unde
  Deductive Reasoning (imp:3.62 lvl:3.00) — The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that 
  Perceptual Speed (imp:3.62 lvl:3.00) — The ability to quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among
  Selective Attention (imp:3.62 lvl:3.25) — The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distrac
  Arm-Hand Steadiness (imp:3.62 lvl:2.88) — The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while hold
  Response Orientation (imp:3.62 lvl:3.62) — The ability to choose quickly between two or more movements in response to two o
  Flexibility of Closure (imp:3.50 lvl:3.00) — The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or so
  Manual Dexterity (imp:3.50 lvl:3.00) — The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your
  Depth Perception (imp:3.50 lvl:3.00) — The ability to judge which of several objects is closer or farther away from you
  Oral Comprehension (imp:3.38 lvl:3.38) — The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through 
  Speech Clarity (imp:3.38 lvl:3.00) — The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
  Information Ordering (imp:3.25 lvl:3.00) — The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according
  Time Sharing (imp:3.25 lvl:3.12) — The ability to shift back and forth between two or more activities or sources of
  Written Comprehension (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
  Inductive Reasoning (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusion
  Category Flexibility (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping
  Finger Dexterity (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or bot
  Visual Color Discrimination (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of c
  Hearing Sensitivity (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to detect or tell the differences between sounds that vary in pitch 
  Speech Recognition (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
  Spatial Orientation (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — The ability to know your location in relation to the environment or to know wher
  Visualization (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when 
  Written Expression (imp:2.75 lvl:2.75) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will under
  Night Vision (imp:2.75 lvl:2.12) — The ability to see under low-light conditions.
  Peripheral Vision (imp:2.75 lvl:2.50) — The ability to see objects or movement of objects to one's side when the eyes ar
  Glare Sensitivity (imp:2.75 lvl:2.88) — The ability to see objects in the presence of a glare or bright lighting.
  Sound Localization (imp:2.75 lvl:3.25) — The ability to tell the direction from which a sound originated.
  Number Facility (imp:2.62 lvl:2.00) — The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.
  Speed of Closure (imp:2.62 lvl:2.50) — The ability to quickly make sense of, combine, and organize information into mea
  Wrist-Finger Speed (imp:2.62 lvl:1.88) — The ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and 
  Mathematical Reasoning (imp:2.38 lvl:1.88) — The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a prob
  Speed of Limb Movement (imp:2.38 lvl:2.25) — The ability to quickly move the arms and legs.
  Static Strength (imp:2.38 lvl:2.00) — The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.
  Trunk Strength (imp:2.38 lvl:2.12) — The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the 
  Gross Body Coordination (imp:2.38 lvl:2.12) — The ability to coordinate the movement of your arms, legs, and torso together wh
  Extent Flexibility (imp:2.25 lvl:1.75) — The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.
  Memorization (imp:2.12 lvl:2.62) — The ability to remember information such as words, numbers, pictures, and proced
  Dynamic Strength (imp:2.12 lvl:2.00) — The ability to exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously over time. This inv
  Fluency of Ideas (imp:2.00 lvl:1.88) — The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas
  Originality (imp:2.00 lvl:1.88) — The ability to come up with unusual or clever ideas about a given topic or situa
  Explosive Strength (imp:2.00 lvl:1.88) — The ability to use short bursts of muscle force to propel oneself (as in jumping
  Stamina (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — The ability to exert yourself physically over long periods of time without getti
  Gross Body Equilibrium (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — The ability to keep or regain your body balance or stay upright when in an unsta
  Dynamic Flexibility (imp:1.00) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with yo

--- WORK ACTIVITIES ---
  Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment (imp:4.63 lvl:5.11) — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, s
  Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (imp:4.52 lvl:4.49) — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or 
  Getting Information (imp:4.43 lvl:4.45) — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sour
  Performing for or Working Directly with the Public (imp:4.38 lvl:5.58) — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving
  Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials (imp:4.15 lvl:4.11) — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors o
  Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (imp:4.02 lvl:4.50) — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone,
  Making Decisions and Solving Problems (imp:3.93 lvl:4.65) — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and sol
  Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (imp:3.83 lvl:4.42) — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment,
  Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (imp:3.76 lvl:3.89) — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events o
  Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (imp:3.72 lvl:4.54) — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
  Controlling Machines and Processes (imp:3.69 lvl:4.47) — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines 
  Performing General Physical Activities (imp:3.42 lvl:3.89) — Performing general physical activities includes doing activities that require co
  Processing Information (imp:3.31 lvl:3.29) — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying
  Communicating with People Outside the Organization (imp:3.26 lvl:3.74) — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organizatio
  Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment (imp:3.17 lvl:3.63) — Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines,
  Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment (imp:3.10 lvl:3.61) — Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, an
  Assisting and Caring for Others (imp:3.09 lvl:3.09) — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other pe
  Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People (imp:3.05 lvl:3.00) — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
  Documenting/Recording Information (imp:3.03 lvl:3.23) — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in writte
  Training and Teaching Others (imp:3.02 lvl:2.98) — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or tr
  Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (imp:3.00 lvl:3.65) — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and m
  Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others (imp:2.89 lvl:2.94) — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, 
  Coaching and Developing Others (imp:2.82 lvl:2.36) — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherw
  Analyzing Data or Information (imp:2.70 lvl:2.79) — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by break
  Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (imp:2.69 lvl:2.67) — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your
  Handling and Moving Objects (imp:2.58 lvl:3.13) — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials,
  Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information (imp:2.54 lvl:2.47) — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resourc
  Scheduling Work and Activities (imp:2.38 lvl:2.33) — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
  Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others (imp:2.24 lvl:2.08) — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.
  Developing Objectives and Strategies (imp:2.21 lvl:1.80) — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to 
  Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates (imp:2.17 lvl:1.64) — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance 
  Working with Computers (imp:2.16 lvl:1.42) — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to progra
  Thinking Creatively (imp:2.07 lvl:1.88) — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, syste
  Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others (imp:2.07 lvl:1.52) — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
  Providing Consultation and Advice to Others (imp:1.93 lvl:1.67) — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical,
  Staffing Organizational Units (imp:1.87 lvl:1.35) — Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and promoting employees in an organ
  Performing Administrative Activities (imp:1.79 lvl:1.27) — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files
  Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment (imp:1.74 lvl:1.35) — Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to t
  Developing and Building Teams (imp:1.73 lvl:1.08) — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team membe
  Monitoring and Controlling Resources (imp:1.62 lvl:1.14) — Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.
  Selling or Influencing Others (imp:1.48 lvl:0.57) — Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or

--- WORK STYLES ---
  Dependability (imp:5.00) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Attention to Detail (imp:4.00) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Cautiousness (imp:3.00) — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Cautiousness (imp:2.74) — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Dependability (imp:2.65) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Attention to Detail (imp:2.19) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Self-Control (imp:2.14) — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res
  Stress Tolerance (imp:2.13) — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Self-Control (imp:2.00) — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res
  Integrity (imp:1.86) — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Perseverance (imp:1.34) — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Self-Confidence (imp:1.13) — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Cooperation (imp:1.03) — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Social Orientation (imp:1.02) — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Optimism (imp:1.01) — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  Stress Tolerance (imp:1.00) — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Adaptability (imp:0.97) — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Sincerity (imp:0.72) — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou
  Achievement Orientation (imp:0.71) — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Empathy (imp:0.58) — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Humility (imp:0.34) — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
  Initiative (imp:0.02) — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  Innovation () — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 
  Achievement Orientation () — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Intellectual Curiosity () — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Tolerance for Ambiguity () — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.
  Initiative () — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  Adaptability () — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Self-Confidence () — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Perseverance () — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Leadership Orientation () — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
  Humility () — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
  Sincerity () — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou
  Empathy () — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Cooperation () — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Optimism () — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  Social Orientation () — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Integrity () — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Leadership Orientation (imp:-0.15) — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
  Intellectual Curiosity (imp:-0.20) — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Tolerance for Ambiguity (imp:-0.57) — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.
  Innovation (imp:-0.61) — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 

--- TRANSFERABLE SKILLS ---
  Operations Monitoring (imp:3.88 lvl:3.75) — Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working pr
  Operation and Control (imp:3.88 lvl:3.88) — Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
  Service Orientation (imp:3.12 lvl:2.88) — Actively looking for ways to help people.
  Judgment and Decision Making (imp:3.12 lvl:2.88) — Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the m
  Social Perceptiveness (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
  Coordination (imp:3.00 lvl:2.38) — Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
  Complex Problem Solving (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and ev
  Time Management (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — Managing one's own time and the time of others.
  Persuasion (imp:2.75 lvl:2.12) — Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.
  Negotiation (imp:2.62 lvl:2.12) — Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.
  Troubleshooting (imp:2.62 lvl:2.12) — Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
  Quality Control Analysis (imp:2.50 lvl:2.00) — Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate
  Instructing (imp:2.38 lvl:2.50) — Teaching others how to do something.
  Equipment Maintenance (imp:2.25 lvl:2.12) — Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind o
  Repairing (imp:2.12 lvl:2.12) — Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.
  Management of Personnel Resources (imp:2.12 lvl:2.00) — Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best 
  Equipment Selection (imp:2.00 lvl:1.75) — Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
  Systems Analysis (imp:2.00 lvl:1.12) — Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, 
  Systems Evaluation (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed 
  Management of Financial Resources (imp:2.00 lvl:1.62) — Determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for the
  Management of Material Resources (imp:2.00 lvl:1.00) — Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materi
  Operations Analysis (imp:1.75 lvl:0.88) — Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design.
  Technology Design (imp:1.00) — Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs.
  Installation (imp:1.00) — Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications.
  Programming (imp:1.00) — Writing computer programs for various purposes.

--- NATIONAL WAGES ---
  total_employment : 10,200
  annual_median    : $86,380
  annual_pct10     : $55,180
  annual_pct25     : $61,980
  annual_pct75     : $90,140
  annual_pct90     : $90,140
  annual_mean      : $77,170
  hourly_median    : $41.53

--- GEOGRAPHIC DISPERSION ---
  highest_state    : Maryland ($92,420)
  lowest_state     : Michigan ($41,710)
  dispersion_ratio : 2.216x

--- TOP STATES BY WAGE (13 total) ---
  Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Government Schools and Hospitals and the U.S. Postal Service (OEWS Designation) emp:    9,330  median: $  90,140
  Transportation and Warehousing           emp:      770  median: $  53,510
  Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation      emp:       60  median: $  46,680

--- TOP INDUSTRIES BY EMPLOYMENT (3 total) ---
  Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Government Schools and Hospitals and the U.S. Postal Service (OEWS Designation) emp:    9,330  median: $  90,140
  Transportation and Warehousing           emp:      770  median: $  53,510
  Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation      emp:       60  median: $  46,680

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--- SEMANTIC NEIGHBORS (5) ---

  Title: Toronto streetcar system (similarity: 0.4815)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Toronto_streetcar_system
  QID: Q249404
  Extract: The Toronto streetcar system is a network of eleven streetcar routes in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, operated by the Toronto Transit Commission (TTC). It is the third busiest light-rail system in North America. The network is concentrated primarily in Downtown Toronto and in proximity to the city's wat

  Title: PCC streetcar (similarity: 0.4651)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/PCC_streetcar
  QID: Q928708
  Extract: The Presidents' Conference Committee (PCC) car is a type of streetcar (tram) that was first built in the United States in the 1930s. The design proved successful domestically, and after World War II it was licensed for production and use elsewhere in the world.

  Title: Toronto subway (similarity: 0.2727)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Toronto_subway
  QID: Q20379
  Extract: The Toronto subway is a rapid transit system serving Toronto and the neighbouring city of Vaughan in Ontario, Canada. It is operated by the Toronto Transit Commission (TTC), an agency of the City of Toronto. The system is a rail network consisting of five lines: Line 1 Yonge–University, Line 2 Bloor

  Title: General Motors streetcar conspiracy (similarity: 0.4923)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/General_Motors_streetcar_conspiracy
  QID: Q1548610
  Extract: General Motors (GM) and related companies were convicted of monopolizing the sale of buses and supplies to National City Lines (NCL) and subsidiaries, and are alleged to have conspired to own or control transit systems, in violation of Section 1 of the Sherman Antitrust Act. This suit created linger

  Title: Yonge streetcar line (similarity: 0.5600)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Yonge_streetcar_line
  QID: Q16032431
  Extract: Beginning operation in 1861, the Yonge streetcar line was the first streetcar line in Toronto and the first in Canada. It started off as a horsecar line and closed in 1954 operating two-unit trains of Peter Witt motors pulling a trailer. Under the Toronto Transportation Commission, the Yonge line wa

model_pass1          : claude-sonnet-4-20250514
model_pass2          : claude-haiku-4-5-20251001
inference_confidence : high
confidence_notes     : High confidence supported by comprehensive O*NET data including detailed work activities, abilities, and wage information from BLS OEWS May 2025. The occupation has clear skill requirements and career pathways within the transportation sector.
inferred_at          : 2026-06-04T03:10:12.701366+00:00
tokens_input         : 4,562
tokens_output        : 4,423
cost_usd             : $0.048190
wikipedia_used       : False
wikipedia_title      : None
wikipedia_note       : No exact Wikipedia match exists for the occupation, though related articles cover specific transit systems like Toronto's streetcar network and PCC streetcar technology. This reflects the specialized nature of urban rail operator roles that vary significantly by transit system and geographic location.

--- PROSE FIELDS ---

ROLE SUMMARY:
Subway and Streetcar Operators operate electric-powered rail transit vehicles including subway trains, elevated trains, and streetcars to transport passengers safely through urban transit systems. They control vehicle movement, monitor safety systems, interact with passengers, and maintain schedules while ensuring compliance with transportation regulations. These operators serve as the frontline of public transportation, requiring precision motor control and strong attention to safety protocols.

DAY IN THE LIFE:
Operators begin shifts by inspecting equipment and reviewing route schedules and safety bulletins before taking control of their assigned rail vehicle. Throughout their routes, they regulate speed and timing at stations to maintain schedules while monitoring signals, track conditions, and passenger areas for safety hazards. They operate door controls at each stop, make passenger announcements about upcoming stations and delays, and respond to passenger questions about fares and transfers. When mechanical problems or emergencies arise, they communicate immediately with dispatchers via radio and may direct emergency evacuation procedures. At shift end, they complete detailed reports documenting any incidents, delays, or equipment issues encountered during their routes.

WHO THRIVES:
Successful operators possess high dependability and attention to detail, as evidenced by the top work styles requiring precision in safety-critical environments. They excel at multitasking with strong multilimb coordination and reaction time abilities, enabling them to simultaneously monitor multiple systems while controlling vehicle operations. The realistic-conventional RIASEC profile (R:5.91, C:4.26) indicates those who prefer structured, rule-based work with hands-on mechanical systems rather than abstract problem-solving. Operators must maintain composure under pressure while working directly with the public, requiring service orientation and social perceptiveness to handle passenger interactions professionally even during stressful situations.

CAREER ENTRY:
Most positions require only a high school diploma or equivalent (86.5% of workers), with additional post-secondary certificates held by 8.9% of operators, typically in transportation or mechanical fields. Job Zone 2 classification indicates some preparation needed, usually involving on-the-job training programs provided by transit agencies covering safety protocols, vehicle operations, and emergency procedures. New operators typically complete several weeks of classroom instruction followed by supervised field training with experienced operators before operating independently.

CAREER TRAJECTORY:
Experienced operators can advance to operator trainer positions, supervising new employee training programs and safety instruction. Career progression may lead to transit dispatcher roles, coordinating system-wide operations and managing route schedules. Some operators transition to related transportation roles such as locomotive engineers or bus drivers, leveraging their transportation knowledge and safety experience. Leadership opportunities include becoming supervisors in transit operations or advancing to management positions within transportation agencies.

MARKET INTELLIGENCE:
Employment totals 10,200 nationwide with a median annual wage of $86,380 according to BLS OEWS May 2025, significantly above national median wages due to union representation and government employment. Geographic wage variation is substantial, ranging from Maryland's $92,420 to Michigan's $41,710, reflecting different cost of living and transit system funding levels. The vast majority (91.5%) work for federal, state, and local government agencies, providing job security and comprehensive benefits typically associated with public sector employment. Employment is concentrated in major metropolitan areas with established rail transit systems, limiting geographic mobility but offering stable career prospects in urban centers.

AUTOMATION OUTLOOK:
Automation poses moderate long-term risk as automated train systems are increasingly deployed in new transit projects, though existing systems with established infrastructure face significant retrofit costs. The high importance of passenger interaction activities (4.4 importance, 5.6 level) and emergency response capabilities provide some protection against full automation. Safety monitoring and decision-making during emergencies remain challenging for automated systems, suggesting continued human operator roles even in partially automated environments.

--- REASONED EDGES ---
  [skill_overlap] Locomotive Engineers (53-4011.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both operate large rail vehicles requiring control precision, reaction time, and transportation knowledge for safe passenger or freight movement.
    data: Control Precision (4.1 importance)
    data: Transportation knowledge (4.4 importance)
    data: Operating Vehicles work activity (4.6 importance)
  [task_similarity] Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity (53-3052.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both provide public transportation services, interact directly with passengers, handle fares, and maintain schedules in urban transit systems.
    data: Performing for or Working Directly with the Public (4.4 importance)
    data: Customer and Personal Service knowledge (3.7 importance)
    data: Government employment sector overlap
  [knowledge_overlap] Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters (53-4031.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both require extensive transportation knowledge and public safety understanding for rail operations, though in different operational contexts.
    data: Transportation knowledge (4.4 importance)
    data: Public Safety and Security knowledge (3.9 importance)
    data: Rail operations focus
  [riasec_cluster] Air Traffic Controllers (53-2021.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Both share realistic-conventional RIASEC profiles emphasizing structured, safety-critical transportation operations requiring precise monitoring and control.
    data: Realistic dominant RIASEC profile
    data: Safety-critical transportation operations
    data: Monitoring and control responsibilities
  [career_pathway] Taxi Drivers (53-3054.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Both serve urban passenger transportation markets and require similar customer service skills, though taxi driving offers more flexible entry requirements.
    data: Urban passenger transportation focus
    data: Customer service orientation
    data: Job Zone 2 preparation level similarity
  [transferable_skill] Rail Yard Engineers, Dinkey Operators, and Hostlers (53-4013.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Operations monitoring and vehicle control skills transfer directly between rail operations environments, enabling career mobility within rail transportation.
    data: Operations Monitoring transferable skill (3.9 importance)
    data: Operation and Control transferable skill (3.9 importance)
    data: Rail equipment operation focus

--- NORMALIZER SIGNALS ---
  match_keywords   : ['subway operator', 'streetcar operator', 'light rail operator', 'transit operator', 'rail transit operator', 'elevated train operator', 'metro operator', 'urban rail operator']
  exclude_keywords : ['locomotive engineer', 'freight train', 'cargo rail', 'intercity rail', 'commuter rail']
  title_patterns   : ['*Rail*Operator', '*Transit*Operator', '*Subway*Operator', '*Streetcar*Operator', '*Metro*Operator']
  common_variations: ['LRV operator', 'rapid transit operator', 'rail vehicle operator', 'electric train operator', 'motorman', 'rail operator', 'monorail operator', 'trolley operator']

total_terms    : 40
top_words      : ['tendency', 'others', 'equipment', 'control', 'principles', 'transit', 'problems', 'transportation', 'includes', 'objects', 'toronto', 'streetcar', 'safety', 'procedures', 'activities', 'ideas', 'line', 'passenger', 'monitoring', 'operations']
source_layers  : onet_tasks | onet_dimensions | dwas | wikipedia | inference

TERM                    COUNT     FREQ  DOMINANT SOURCE      SOURCE BREAKDOWN
──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────
tendency                   42  0.01533  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
others                     39  0.01424  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:97%  dwas:3%
equipment                  26  0.00949  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  inference:8%  dwas:4%
control                    17  0.00621  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:71%  inference:18%  onet_tasks:6%
principles                 16  0.00584  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
transit                    15  0.00548  inference            inference:67%  wikipedia:27%  onet_tasks:7%
problems                   12  0.00438  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:75%  onet_tasks:8%  dwas:8%
transportation             12  0.00438  inference            inference:50%  dwas:17%  wikipedia:17%
includes                   12  0.00438  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
objects                    12  0.00438  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
toronto                    12  0.00438  wikipedia            wikipedia:92%  inference:8%
streetcar                  12  0.00438  wikipedia            wikipedia:75%  inference:25%
safety                     11  0.00402  inference            inference:82%  onet_tasks:9%  onet_dimensions:9%
procedures                 11  0.00402  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:73%  inference:18%  onet_tasks:9%
activities                 11  0.00402  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:82%  dwas:9%  inference:9%
ideas                      11  0.00402  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
line                       11  0.00402  wikipedia            wikipedia:100%
passenger                  10  0.00365  inference            inference:50%  dwas:30%  onet_tasks:10%
monitoring                 10  0.00365  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:80%  inference:20%
operations                 10  0.00365  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:60%  inference:40%
techniques                 10  0.00365  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
materials                  10  0.00365  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
body                       10  0.00365  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
orientation                10  0.00365  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:90%  inference:10%
operators                  10  0.00365  inference            inference:100%
mechanical                  9  0.00329  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:56%  inference:33%  onet_tasks:11%
vehicle                     9  0.00329  inference            inference:44%  onet_tasks:22%  dwas:22%
management                  9  0.00329  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:78%  dwas:11%  inference:11%
resources                   9  0.00329  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
production                  9  0.00329  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:89%  wikipedia:11%
quickly                     9  0.00329  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
speed                       8  0.00292  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:75%  onet_tasks:12%  inference:12%
operate                     8  0.00292  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:38%  wikipedia:25%  inference:25%
rail                        8  0.00292  inference            inference:50%  wikipedia:25%  onet_tasks:12%
public                      8  0.00292  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:50%  inference:38%  onet_tasks:12%
ways                        8  0.00292  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  onet_tasks:12%
performance                 8  0.00292  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  onet_tasks:12%
attention                   8  0.00292  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:75%  inference:25%
problem                     8  0.00292  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  inference:12%
needs                       8  0.00292  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%