Locomotive Engineer
Locomotive Engineer
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Job Description
SUMMARY:
The person in this position operates an electric or dieselelectric locomotive and interprets train orders train signals and railroad rules and regulations to transport freight or passenger trains in a safe manner.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Inspect locomotive for operational readiness by making FRA and companyrequired checks and tests
Receive train consist which provides the physical makeup of train and includes weights lengths location of loads and empties and cars requiring special handling
Apply knowledge of territory including terrain grades curves and grade crossings in order to give prescribed warning signals and to otherwise operate the train in a safe manner
Comply with train orders train signals radio communications and railroad rules and regulations to operate the locomotive in an efficient and safe manner
Observe track to detect obstructions and to anticipate operating problems as required by federal or company rules; diagnose minor malfunctions and perform minor maintenance and servicing activities when maintenance personnel are not available
Confer with conductor or trafficcontrol personnel by radio to give or receive information and to give instructions concerning stops delays or oncoming trains
Notify proper authorities and prepare reports to explain accidents unscheduled stops or delays
Assist with other projects and perform other duties as assigned
REQUIRED SKILLS AND/OR EXPERIENCE:
Ability to understand printed and written and oral communications
Ability to recognize colors and understand visual displays
Ability to make logical choices and/or draw logical conclusions
Ability to judge speed/distance of objects or moving parts
Good eye/hand coordination
Ability to take actions and/or make decisions affecting security/wellbeing of others
Two years of related work experience and one year of conductor experience; two years of conductor experience preferred
Experience in a 24/7 work environment with exposure to outside weather conditions
REQUIRED EDUCATION AND/OR CREDENTIALS:
High school diploma or GED; or an equivalent combination of education and work experience
Associate degree and valid engineer certification
This position is employed by the specific entity set forth in the job posting.
Genesee & Wyoming Inc. and its subsidiary companies do not discriminate in employment on the basis of race color religion sex (including pregnancy and gender identity) national origin political affiliation sexual orientation marital status disability genetic information age membership in an employee organization retaliation parental status military service or any other protected status under federal state or local laws.
Employment Type
Full-Time
