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name: tram-controller
description: "Occupational skill for the role 'tram controller' (also: tram system controller, tram supervisor, tram controller and supervisor, tram system supervisor, traffic supervisor, tram supervisor and controller). Use when the user asks for typical tram controller work such as: typical tram controller responsibilities"
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# Tram Controller

Tram controllers assign and manage tram vehicles and drivers for the transport of passengers, including records of distances covered and of repairs made.

## Core workflow


## How to use this skill

- Read [references/profile.md](references/profile.md) for the occupation profile and scope.
- Consult [references/tasks.md](references/tasks.md) for the full task and activity inventory.
- Check [references/skills.md](references/skills.md) for essential vs. optional competences.
- Check [references/tools.md](references/tools.md) for the software commonly used in this role.
- See [references/ai-skills.md](references/ai-skills.md) — matched external AI agent skills (per-source attribution).

## Key competences (essential)

- analyse travel alternatives
- apply tramway regulations
- communicate verbal instructions
- communicate with customer service department
- coordinate with tram maintenance department
- deal with changing operational demand
- ensure public safety and security
- ensure steady circulation of trams
- ensure tram system power supply
- follow work procedures
- handle stressful situations in the work place
- health and safety measures in transportation
- match vehicles with routes
- mechanical composition of trams
- operate tram controls

## Hot technologies

- Adobe Acrobat
- Microsoft Access
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft Word
- SAP software

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*Sources: ESCO v1.2.1 (http://data.europa.eu/esco/occupation/e9640041-ca34-4955-aa8c-629717d0dcda), O*NET 30.3 (53-2021.00, manual nearest match). See manifest.json for licensing/attribution.*