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Locomotive Firers
Description
Monitor locomotive instruments and watch for dragging equipment, obstacles on rights-of-way, and train signals during run. Watch for and relay traffic signals from yard workers to yard engineer in railroad yard.
Common Tasks
- Start diesel engines to warm engines before runs.
- Signal other workers to set brakes and to throw track switches when switching cars from trains to way stations.
- Check to see that trains are equipped with supplies such as fuel, water, and sand.
- Inspect locomotives to detect damaged or worn parts.
- Operate locomotives in emergency situations.
Required Education
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