What is a train attendant and how to become one

Key steps to become a train attendant

1. Explore train attendant education requirements

   Most common train attendant degrees

   Bachelor's

   49.2 %

   High School Diploma

   19.8 %

   Associate

   16.4 %

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2. Start to develop specific train attendant skills

   Skills	Percentages
   Guest Service	23.18%
   Emergency Situations	21.52%
   Customer Service	17.03%
   Safety Procedures	15.73%
   Patient Care	15.22%

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3. Complete relevant train attendant training and internships

   Accountants spend an average of Less than 1 month on post-employment, on-the-job training. New train attendants learn the skills and techniques required for their job and employer during this time. The chart below shows how long it takes to gain competency as a train attendant based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data and data from real train attendant resumes.

4. Research train attendant duties and responsibilities

   • Operate POS cash register to manage cash, credit, and debit card transactions for sell items.
   • Assist in the preparation of all food and beverage services within the guidelines provide by the FDA.
   • Clean and sanitize cooking surfaces, equipment, kitchen and dining areas in accordance with Amtrak and FDA standards.
   • Examine injure persons and administer first aid or cardiopulmonary resuscitation, if necessary, using training and medical supplies and equipment.

5. Prepare your train attendant resume

   When your background is strong enough, you can start writing your train attendant resume.

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6. Apply for train attendant jobs

   Now it's time to start searching for a train attendant job. Consider the tips below for a successful job search:

   1. Browse job boards for relevant postings
   2. Consult your professional network
   3. Reach out to companies you're interested in working for directly
   4. Watch out for job scams