Hard Skills
IntermediateRetarder System OperationOperating automated or manual car retarders to control the speed of freight cars during switching operations in a hump yard.
AdvancedRailway Safety ComplianceStrict adherence to railway operating rules, federal regulations, and yard safety protocols to maintain a hazard-free environment.
IntermediateYard Control CommunicationUsing radio and hand signals to effectively communicate with yardmasters, switchmen, and locomotive engineers for coordinated car movements.
BeginnerMechanical TroubleshootingIdentifying and reporting mechanical malfunctions in retarder units and conducting basic checks on system integrity.