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Locomotive Engineers
Description
Drive electric, diesel-electric, steam, or gas-turbine-electric locomotives to transport passengers or freight. Interpret train orders, electronic or manual signals, and railroad rules and regulations.
Common Tasks
- Monitor gauges or meters that measure speed, amperage, battery charge, or air pressure in brakelines or in main reservoirs.
- Observe tracks to detect obstructions.
- Interpret train orders, signals, or railroad rules and regulations that govern the operation of locomotives.
- Receive starting signals from conductors and use controls such as throttles or air brakes to drive electric, diesel-electric, steam, or gas turbine-electric locomotives.
- Confer with conductors or traffic control center personnel via radiophones to issue or receive information concerning stops, delays, or oncoming trains.
Required Education
No education requirement is available for this occupation.
Wages
In 2016 the mean hourly wage in California was $26.35 . The hourly rate for this occupation typically paid between $18.05 and $37.65 .
In 2016 the mean annual salary in California was $54,828.03 . The annual salary for this occupation typically paid between $37,570.75 and $78,319.92 .
Occupation Outlook
No occupation outlook data is available for this occupation.
