Railroad Conductors & Yardmasters
Code: 53-4031.00Median Annual Salary
Competitive / Variable
Sector & location dependent
Preparation & Education
Standard Educational Pathways
Job Zone N/A
Industry Outlook
Stable Growth
Active demand across the UK workforce
Role Overview & What They Do
Coordinate activities of switch-engine crew within railroad yard, industrial plant, or similar location. Conductors coordinate activities of train crew on passenger or freight trains. Yardmasters review train schedules and switching orders and coordinate activities of workers engaged in railroad traffic operations, such as the makeup or breakup of trains and yard switching.
Also Known As (Alternative Job Titles)
Conductor
Freight Conductor
Freight Train Conductor
Local Freight Conductor
Railroad Conductor
Railway Yardmaster
Thru Freight Conductor
Train Master
Trainman
Yardmaster
Daily Duties & On-The-Job Tasks
- Observe yard traffic to determine tracks available to accommodate inbound and outbound traffic.
- Receive instructions from dispatchers regarding trains' routes, timetables, and cargoes.
- Direct and instruct workers engaged in yard activities, such as switching tracks, coupling and uncoupling cars, and routing inbound and outbound traffic.
Frequently Asked Questions About Railroad Conductors & Yardmasters
Salaries for a Railroad Conductors & Yardmasters vary depending on regional demand across the UK, industry sector, relevant technical certifications, and years of experience.
Most employers hiring for a Railroad Conductors & Yardmasters in the UK require a combination of relevant educational qualifications, technical certifications, or demonstrative on-the-job vocational experience.
Essential skills and tooling for a Railroad Conductors & Yardmasters include: Industry standard competencies, tooling, and methods. Practitioners also benefit from strong analytical problem solving and communication skills.
The UK job market maintains steady employment demand for qualified Railroad Conductors & Yardmasters professionals across diverse sectors.
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