How do they match: Railroad Brake, Signal, and Switch Operators and Locomotive Firers

  • Engineer Assistant

  • Answer questions from passengers concerning train rules, stations, and timetable information.
  • Provide passengers with assistance entering and exiting trains.
  • Record numbers of cars available, numbers of cars sent to repair stations, and types of service needed.
  • Signal other workers to set brakes and to throw track switches when switching cars from trains to way stations.

  • Assist customers to ensure comfort or safety.
  • Assist passengers during vehicle boarding.