How do they match: Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters

  • Signal engineers to begin train runs, stop trains, or change speed, using telecommunications equipment or hand signals.
  • Direct engineers to move cars to fit planned train configurations, combining or separating cars to make up or break up trains.
  • Instruct workers to set warning signals in front and at rear of trains during emergency stops.
  • Keep records of the contents and destination of each train car, and make sure that cars are added or removed at proper points on routes.
  • Operate controls to activate track switches and traffic signals.

  • Signal others to coordinate vehicle movement.