Hard Skills
AdvancedLocomotive OperationThe ability to safely operate electric, diesel-electric, or gas-turbine-electric locomotives to transport passengers or freight.
IntermediateRailway Safety ComplianceKnowledge and application of Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) regulations and carrier-specific safety rules.
AdvancedAir Brake System ManagementUnderstanding and managing the pneumatic braking systems used on trains to control speed and stop safely.
Soft Skills
AdvancedSituational AwarenessMaintaining a high level of alertness to track conditions, signals, and potential hazards in the surrounding environment.
IntermediateRadio and Signal CommunicationUsing standardized radio protocols and interpreting visual signals to communicate with dispatchers, yard workers, and other train crews.