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Detailed occupation · 53-4013

Rail Yard Engineers, Dinkey Operators, and Hostlers

Official English titleRail Yard Engineers, Dinkey Operators, and Hostlers

01 / Official English duty definition

Official English duty definition

Drive switching or other locomotive or dinkey engines within railroad yard, industrial plant, quarry, construction project, or similar location.

02 / Classification parents

Classification parents

Minor group
Rail Transportation Workers53-4000
Broad occupation
Locomotive Engineers and Operators53-4010
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