How do they match: Rail Yard Engineers, Dinkey Operators, and Hostlers

  • Read switching instructions and daily car schedules to determine work to be performed, or receive orders from yard conductors.
  • Receive, relay, and act upon instructions and inquiries from train operations and customer service center personnel.

  • Communicate with others to coordinate vehicle movement.
  • Receive information or instructions for performing work assignments.
  • Signal others to coordinate vehicle movement.