Operating the Locomotive to move loaded or empty rail cars.
Perform Daily Locomotive Inspections.
Observe Start up procedures for operation of Locomotive.
Observe Shut Down procedures for Locomotive.
Maintain visual / radio contact with crew members during any rail car movement.
Responsible for the safety of crew members.
Observe the Timetable.
Observe All Rules in the General Code of Rules (GCOR).
Observe All Rules under the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) per the Code of Federal Regulations, Title 49, Parts 100 - 400.
Observe All Rules per the Association of American Railroads (AAR) Field and Office Manuals for Interchange.
Attend the United States Army Transportation School Course for Locomotive Engineers. (80 Hour Course).
As Railroad Employee
Perform Car Repair Maintenance on Rail Cars. This could include the changing of Brakes Shoes, Air Hoses, Knuckle Pins, Vent Protectors, and various other parts or components of a Rail Car.
Perform Track Maintenance: Gauging Track, Replacing Cross Ties / Switch Ties, Replacing Pieces of Rail, Replacing Track Bolts/Washers/Nuts.
Perform simple Signal Light Maintenance of Railroad Signaled Crossings.
Use of Cutting Torch / Welder during various type of repairs.
Perform Housekeeping of the Shop, Tool Shed, Trucks and Locomotives.
Activate Signaled Crossings and Remove De-Rail (In Truck) when not Assigned as part of the Train Crew for the Day.
Run Crossings (In Truck) when not Assigned as part of the Train Crew for the Day.
Turn off Signaled Crossings and Apply De-Rail (In Truck) when not Assigned as part of the Train Crew for the Day.
Perform any necessary maintenance on Trucks or Locomotives.
Any / All additional duties that could be assigned.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
High School Diploma or equivalent.
Minimum of 3 years as a crew member.
OTHER QUALIFICATIONS
Possess a Valid Driver's License.
Pass any / all physicals or drug tests.
Must Pass a Hearing and Sight Test prior to the start of the Locomotive Engineer Course.
The Physical Ability / strength to perform all necessary duties.