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

  • Rail Yard Engineers, Dinkey Operators, and Hostlers

  • Yard Engineer
  • Yard Hostler
  • Yard Motor Operator
  • Yard Switcher
  • Rail Yard Engineer

  • Drive switching or other locomotive or dinkey engines within railroad yard, industrial plant, quarry, construction project, or similar location.

  • Apply and release hand brakes.
  • Drive engines within railroad yards or other establishments to couple, uncouple, or switch railroad cars.
  • Read switching instructions and daily car schedules to determine work to be performed, or receive orders from yard conductors.
  • Signal crew members for movement of engines or trains, using lanterns, hand signals, radios, or telephones.

  • Position material handling equipment.