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POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES:
Carry out specific instructions detailing a train's route and specific movements;
Handle the switching of cars, including coupling and uncoupling cars, and is able to lift out coupling device;
Observe, interpret, and relay signals and other indications affecting movement of train;
Signal crew members for movement of the engine or train using specific signals, or radio to indicate when to start, stop, back-up, set or release air brakes;
Provide flag protection and relays signals to trains in an emergency situation, as stipulated in the operating rules;
Must be constantly alert to changing conditions and events and take safe and responsible action as required.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
High School Graduation or General Equivalency Diploma (GED);
3 to 5 years work experience with a demonstrated safe work record;
Valid driver's license is preferred;
Must be at least 18 years old;
Demonstrated mechanical aptitude;
Must be able to work with minimal supervision;
Able to take action and/or make decisions affecting security/well-being of others, i.e. alerting others to unsafe conditions;
Must have good spatial ability with regard to a sense of layout and space, together with an ability to judge speed and/or distance of moving objects;
Able to communicate effectively both oral and in written;
Must be prepared to work weekends and shifts - on call 24 hours/day with 2 Hours notice depending on location.
Work may require extended time away from home;
Must be able to pass the required examinations, read and understand safety instructions, instructions and regulations, timetables, bulletins, waybills, placards, and other written or printed material;
Must be prepared to work in adverse weather conditions;
May be required to lift up to 80 lbs.
Must be able to cross the United States border for work purposes;
Must be able to obtain a passport.
Essential Skills
- Document use
- Oral communication
- Working with others
- Problem solving
- Decision making
- Critical thinking
- Job task planning and organizing
- Finding information
- Significant use of memory
Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.)
- Not required
- Not applicable
Additional Skills
- Prepare train run reports
Railway Conductor Specific Skills
- Receive and communicate train operation information
Brakemen/Women Specific Skills
- Set and release hand brakes
- Receive orders from traffic controllers
- Open and close track switches
- Observe signs and track conditions
- Make minor repair to equipment
- Communicate with train crew members
- Check train systems and equipment