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53-4013.00   Rail Yard Engineers, Dinkey Operators, and Hostlers

O*NET SOC Title
Rail Yard Engineers, Dinkey Operators, and Hostlers
Lay Titles
Engine Hostler
Engineer
Diesel Dinkey Engineer
Dinkey Engine Operator
Dinkey Engineer
Dinkey Locomotive Engineer
Duty Engineer
Haulage Engine Operator
Locomotive Engineer
Mine Motor Engineer
Rail Yard Engineer
Railroad Engineer
Switch Engineer
Yard Engineer
O*NET SOC Description
Drive switching or other locomotive or dinkey engines within railroad yard, industrial plant, quarry, construction project, or similar location.
O*NET SOC Tasks
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.
Signal crew members for movement of engines or trains, using lanterns, hand signals, radios, or telephones.
Detailed Work Activities