Hard Skills
AdvancedAir Brake System TestingPerforming standardized pressure leakage and functionality tests on railcar air brake systems to ensure safety and performance.
IntermediateFRA/AAR Regulatory ComplianceApplying Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) and Association of American Railroads (AAR) safety standards to railcar inspections.
AdvancedPneumatic System TroubleshootingIdentifying mechanical and pneumatic faults in brake lines, valves, and cylinders using diagnostic tools and pressure gauges.
IntermediateMechanical Component ReplacementThe physical removal and installation of brake shoes, slack adjusters, air hoses, and triple valves.
IntermediateTechnical Documentation and ReportingMaintaining accurate records of inspection results, repair actions, and component tracking within maintenance management systems.