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Detailed occupation · 53-4022

Railroad Brake, Signal, and Switch Operators and Locomotive Firers

Official English titleRailroad Brake, Signal, and Switch Operators and Locomotive Firers

01 / Official English duty definition

Official English duty definition

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.

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Rail Transportation Workers53-4000
Broad occupation
Railroad Brake, Signal, and Switch Operators and Locomotive Firers53-4020
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