How do they match: Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters

  • Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters

  • Railroad Conductor
  • Railroad Dispatcher
  • Brakeman
  • Switch Operators Supervisor
  • Switchman Supervisor
  • CTC Operator
  • Centralized Traffic Control Operator
  • Outbound Operator
  • Traffic Control Operator

  • Coordinate activities of switch-engine crew within railroad yard, industrial plant, or similar location. Conductors coordinate activities of train crew on passenger or freight trains. Yardmasters review train schedules and switching orders and coordinate activities of workers engaged in railroad traffic operations, such as the makeup or breakup of trains and yard switching.

  • Operate controls to activate track switches and traffic signals.
  • Signal engineers to begin train runs, stop trains, or change speed, using telecommunications equipment or hand signals.
  • Direct and instruct workers engaged in yard activities, such as switching tracks, coupling and uncoupling cars, and routing inbound and outbound traffic.
  • Instruct workers to set warning signals in front and at rear of trains during emergency stops.
  • Review schedules, switching orders, way bills, and shipping records to obtain cargo loading and unloading information and to plan work.
  • Supervise workers in the inspection and maintenance of mechanical equipment to ensure efficient and safe train operation.

  • Signal others to coordinate vehicle movement.
  • Inspect locomotives or other railroad equipment.
  • Record operational details of travel.
  • Record operational or production data.
  • Review work orders or schedules to determine operations or procedures.