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

  • Transportation Specialist
  • Conductor

  • Confer with conductors and other workers via radiotelephones or computers to exchange switching information.
  • Operate and control dinkey engines to transport and shunt cars at industrial or mine sites.
  • Operate flatcars equipped with derricks or railcars to transport personnel or equipment.
  • Read switching instructions and daily car schedules to determine work to be performed, or receive orders from yard conductors.