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

  • Air Brake Operator
  • Air Hose Coupler

  • Operate or monitor railroad track switches or locomotive instruments. May couple or uncouple rolling stock to make up or break up trains. Watch for and relay traffic signals. May inspect couplings, air hoses, journal boxes, and hand brakes. May watch for dragging equipment or obstacles on rights-of-way.

  • Make minor repairs to couplings, air hoses, and journal boxes, using hand tools.
  • Adjust controls to regulate air-conditioning, heating, and lighting on trains for comfort of passengers.
  • Connect air hoses to cars, using wrenches.
  • Inspect couplings, air hoses, journal boxes, and handbrakes to ensure that they are securely fastened and functioning properly.