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

  • Railroad Brake, Signal, and Switch Operators and Locomotive Firers

  • Freight Brake Operator
  • Freight Brakeman
  • Freight Conductor
  • Road Freight Brake 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.

  • Install parts, assemblies, or attachments in transportation or material handling equipment.
  • Signal others to coordinate vehicle movement.