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

  • Engineer Assistant

  • Inspect tracks, cars, and engines for defects and to determine service needs, sending engines and cars for repairs as necessary.
  • 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.

  • Assist customers to ensure comfort or safety.
  • Assist passengers during vehicle boarding.
  • Record service or repair activities.