Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters

A typical week, in the words of people in the job

1. 01Observe yard traffic to determine tracks available to accommodate inbound and outbound traffic.
2. 02Receive instructions from dispatchers regarding trains' routes, timetables, and cargoes.
3. 03Direct and instruct workers engaged in yard activities, such as switching tracks, coupling and uncoupling cars, and routing inbound and outbound traffic.
4. 04Signal engineers to begin train runs, stop trains, or change speed, using telecommunications equipment or hand signals.
5. 05Direct engineers to move cars to fit planned train configurations, combining or separating cars to make up or break up trains.
6. 06Confirm routes and destination information for freight cars.
7. 07Inspect freight cars for compliance with sealing procedures, and record car numbers and seal numbers.
8. 08Supervise workers in the inspection and maintenance of mechanical equipment to ensure efficient and safe train operation.
9. 09Inspect each car periodically during runs.
10. 10Verify accuracy of timekeeping instruments with engineers to ensure trains depart on time.
11. 11Document and prepare reports of accidents, unscheduled stops, or delays.
12. 12Review schedules, switching orders, way bills, and shipping records to obtain cargo loading and unloading information and to plan work.

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