Getting people to ride subways instead of drive their cars is a way to meet this goal. The number of job openings in this occupation each year will be small. Relatively few people leave this occupation because of the good pay, job security, and low educational requirements. Some systems require subway train drivers to work as bus drivers for a period of time before moving to the subway. Applicants must be in good health and able to make quick, responsible judgments.
New drivers receive up to six months of training.
They are tested on the operating system, troubleshooting, and evacuation and emergency procedures.