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

  • Receive, relay, and act upon instructions and inquiries from train operations and customer service center personnel.
  • Provide assistance in aligning drawbars, using available equipment to lift, pull, or push on the drawbars.
  • Provide assistance in the installation or repair of rails and ties.
  • Read switching instructions and daily car schedules to determine work to be performed, or receive orders from yard conductors.

  • Receive information or instructions for performing work assignments.