Key Competencies * Attention to Detail * Dependability * Self Control * Integrity * Cooperation * Independence * Initiative * Stress Tolerance * Analytical Thinking * Social Orientation
Representative Tasks * Confer with conductors and other workers via radiotelephones or computers to exchange switching information. * Drive engines within railroad yards or other establishments to couple, uncouple, or switch railroad cars. * Signal crew members for movement of engines or trains, using lanterns, hand signals, radios, or telephones.
Industry
Transportation & Warehousing,Job Family Transportation and Material Moving
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