He Lima and Callao Metro, recognized by Peruvians as the Lima electric train, is a means of rail transportation that has revolutionized mobility in the metropolitan area of Lima. It is managed by the Urban Transportation Authority for Lima and Callao (ATU). Although it already has what is called Line 1, it is very close to completing Line 2.
The creation of new metro lines will not only contribute to decongesting traffic in the city, but will also promote the social and economic integration of different areas of Lima and Callao. In addition, it will promote the use of public transportation as a sustainable and environmentally friendly alternative, which will reduce the emission of polluting gases and improve the quality of life of the region’s inhabitants. Along these lines, it generates much more employment regarding the drivers who control these machines.
How many hours does an electric train driver work?
The collaborators of the Lima Metro They work from Monday to Sunday and have a day of rest, which is rotating. Along these lines, schedules are distributed into two shifts to guarantee operability.
- First shift: 4.50 am to 3.00 pm
- Second shift: 2.00 pm to 11.45 pm
According to the information provided on their website, drivers must be available 23 hours a week.
What is the average salary of a Lima Metro driver?
The financial remuneration received by a driver of the Lima and Callao Metro It will depend on the established time, that is, if the driver works part-time, his salary ranges between S/900 on a monthly basis. On the other hand, for full-time workers, the salary ranges between S/2,500 and S/3,000, This will depend on the position and bonuses for the length of service of each collaborator.
What requirements do you apply to work as a driver of the Lima and Callao Metro?
If you want to apply for this type of position, here we leave you the requirements that you must meet. Take note!
- Be a technical or university student in the first cycles.
- Live close to the Lima and Callao Metro stations.
- Be able to meet the requirements requested by the MTC to provide a driver’s license.
- Have availability to work from Monday to Sunday.
What is known about Line 2 of the Lima and Callao Metro?
The new Line 2 of Lima and Callao is also known as ‘Yellow Line’ and is currently in full construction. This will travel 27 kilometers, in addition, it will have 35 stations and will reach the districts of Ate, Santa Anita, El Agustino, San Luis, La Victoria, Lima, Breña, Bellavista, Carmen de La Legua-Reynoso and Callao.
Likewise, this new Line 2 already has 5 enabled services that operate from Monday to Sunday under the so-called ‘white march’, the stations are Santa Anita Market, Hermilio Valdizán, Industrial Collector, Santa Anita Oval and Evitamiento.
Source: Larepublica
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