Originally Posted by
anxiao
Don't diss train driving, although there will be few vacancies at present.
One of the pilot contributors on another thread did the switch and found it very appealing. Excellent training, interesting technical stuff, responsibility, good days off and vacation time, strong union so good pay. It is no longer the blue collar job it used to be and holds respect in the community.
In London, a 'Tube" driver can earn £60K pa with great benefits, pension and strong union backing. A TFL Bus driver earns +45K.