Hard Skills
IntermediateTransfer Table OperationThe ability to safely and accurately operate a transfer table to move locomotives and railcars between parallel tracks.
AdvancedRailway Safety ProtocolsKnowledge and application of yard safety rules, including blue flag protection and lock-out/tag-out procedures.
BasicMechanical Equipment InspectionPerforming pre-operational checks on the transfer table and related machinery to identify wear or defects.
BasicYard Radio CommunicationUsing standardized railway terminology and radio equipment to coordinate equipment movement with dispatchers and ground crews.
IntermediateLoad Positioning and SecurityEnsuring railcars are centered on the table and properly secured before lateral movement begins.