Freight Conductor Job at Wisconsin Staffing, Wausau, WI

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  • Wisconsin Staffing
  • Wausau, WI

Job Description

Job Requirements

Coordinate activities of switch-engine crew within railroad yard, industrial plant, or similar location. Conductors coordinate activities of train crew on passenger or freight trains. Yardmasters review train schedules and switching orders and coordinate activities of workers engaged in railroad traffic operations, such as the makeup or breakup of trains and yard switching. Signal engineers to begin train runs, stop trains, or change speed, using telecommunications equipment or hand signals. Confer with engineers regarding train routes, timetables, and cargoes, and to discuss alternative routes when there are rail defects or obstructions. Receive information regarding train or rail problems from dispatchers or from electronic monitoring devices. Receive instructions from dispatchers regarding trains' routes, timetables, and cargoes. Operate controls to activate track switches and traffic signals. Keep records of the contents and destination of each train car, and make sure that cars are added or removed at proper points on routes. Arrange for the removal of defective cars from trains at stations or stops. Inspect each car periodically during runs. Direct engineers to move cars to fit planned train configurations, combining or separating cars to make up or break up trains. Review schedules, switching orders, way bills, and shipping records to obtain cargo loading and unloading information and to plan work. Confirm routes and destination information for freight cars. Document and prepare reports of accidents, unscheduled stops, or delays. Instruct workers to set warning signals in front and at rear of trains during emergency stops. Observe yard traffic to determine tracks available to accommodate inbound and outbound traffic.

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