How do they match: Rail Yard Engineers, Dinkey Operators, and Hostlers

  • Rail Yard Engineers, Dinkey Operators, and Hostlers

  • Dinkey Operator
  • Dinkey Engine Operator
  • Dinkey Engineer
  • Dinkey Driver
  • Dinkey Locomotive Operator
  • Dinkey Locomotive Engineer
  • Dinkey Motor Operator
  • Dinkey Skinner
  • Hostler
  • Rail Yard Engineer
  • Rail Equipment Operator
  • Rail Switcher
  • Rail Switchman
  • Railcar Switcher
  • Railcar Switchman
  • Railroad Engineer
  • Yard Hostler
  • Yard Engineer
  • Yard Motor Operator
  • Yard Switcher
  • Engine Hostler
  • Engineer
  • Diesel Dinkey Operator
  • Diesel Dinkey Engineer
  • Dump Motor Operator
  • Duty Engineer
  • Haulage Engine Operator
  • Ingot Buggy Operator
  • Ingot Car Operator
  • Larry Car Operator
  • Locomotive Engineer
  • Mine Motor Operator
  • Mine Motor Engineer
  • Shunt Operator
  • Slag Motor Operator
  • Switch Engineer
  • Switcher Operator
  • Train Operator
  • Work Car Operator

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

  • Operate flatcars equipped with derricks or railcars to transport personnel or equipment.
  • Operate track switches, derails, automatic switches, and retarders to change routing of train or cars.
  • Drive engines within railroad yards or other establishments to couple, uncouple, or switch railroad cars.
  • Inspect engines before and after use to ensure proper operation.
  • Inspect track for defects such as broken rails and switch malfunctions.
  • Observe water levels and oil, air, and steam pressure gauges to ensure proper operation of equipment.
  • Provide assistance in the installation or repair of rails and ties.
  • Pull knuckles to open them for coupling.
  • Read switching instructions and daily car schedules to determine work to be performed, or receive orders from yard conductors.
  • Receive, relay, and act upon instructions and inquiries from train operations and customer service center personnel.
  • Signal crew members for movement of engines or trains, using lanterns, hand signals, radios, or telephones.

  • Operate locomotives or other rail vehicles.
  • Inspect locomotives or other railroad equipment.
  • Maintain locomotives or other rail equipment in good working condition.
  • Record operational or production data.
  • Review work orders or schedules to determine operations or procedures.