How do they match: Locomotive Engineers

  • Transportation Specialist

  • 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.

  • Drive diesel-electric rail-detector cars to transport rail-flaw-detecting machines over tracks.
  • Inspect locomotives after runs to detect damaged or defective equipment.
  • Operate locomotives to transport freight or passengers between stations or to assemble or disassemble trains within rail yards.
  • 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.

  • Inspect locomotives or other railroad equipment.
  • Monitor equipment gauges or displays to ensure proper operation.
  • Monitor availability of equipment or supplies.
  • Respond to transportation emergencies.