Conductor: Inside Jobs

Performs variety of duties on streetcar, subway, suburban or elevated train, or motorbus: Collects fares or tickets from passengers. Issues transfers. Opens and closes doors. Signals operator to stop or proceed. Announces stops. Answers questions of passengers concerning schedules, routings, and fares. Preserves order among passengers.

Calm Under Pressure: You keep your cool when dealing with highly stressful situations.

Reliable: You can always be counted on to do a good job.

Levelheaded: You hold your emotions in check, even in tough situations.

How much does a Conductor make?

Nationally: $16,000 – $34,000

Main education level: Certificate

source: US Dept of Labor

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Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising Los Angeles

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ICDC College

Los Angeles, CA — 5 miles — ICDC College is dedicated to training individuals for their chosen career. It is our aim to provide students with the knowledge and technical proficiency that will make them employable for entry-level positions upon graduation.

Penn Foster Career School

Online — Having the right skills is vitally important in today's competitive job market. With online training from Penn Foster Career School, students are assured of learning up-to-date career skills that will prepare them for the jobs of today and tomorrow. Students of Penn Foster Career School can get...

University of Phoenix

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Crimson Technical College

Inglewood, CA — 10 miles — The Mission of Crimson Technical College is to provide quality skill-based programs to provide students with the knowledge- skills and credentials needed to launch- enhance or change careers. By providing training and education based on industry standards- Crimson offers students the quality education...

California State University Dominguez Hills

Carson, CA — 13 miles
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Perform a variety of duties on streetcars, subways, trains, or motorbuses. Also known as Chair Lift Operator, Dining Car Conductor See More

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