Rail Transportation Workers are responsible for safe and efficient movement of trains or railway cars. They may also be responsible for maintenance of their trains. This category includes all rail transportation workers not contained somewhere else.
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- All Other Rail Transportation Workers
Transportation, Distribution, and Logistics
What do they typically do
- Ensure safe and orderly passenger conduct
- Check the mechanical condition of locomotives and make adjustments when necessary
- Switch train traffic to a certain section of the line to allow other inbound and outbound trains to get around
- Check passengers ticket or take payments for tickets
- Break up or put together train cars according to a schedule
- Operate locomotive engines within or between stations
- Review schedules, switching orders, and shipping records of freight trains
- Document issues with a train that require further inspection
Number of Jobs
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Job Growth +0.9%
Job Openings 12
Education & Training
- Education These occupations usually require a high school diploma.Associated Programs or MajorsLicense
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