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.

  • Inspect locomotives after runs to detect damaged or defective equipment.
  • Inspect locomotives to verify adequate fuel, sand, water, or other supplies before each run or to check for mechanical problems.
  • Drive diesel-electric rail-detector cars to transport rail-flaw-detecting machines over tracks.
  • Operate locomotives to transport freight or passengers between stations or to assemble or disassemble trains within rail yards.

  • Inspect locomotives or other railroad equipment.
  • Respond to transportation emergencies.