Railroad Brake, Signal, and Switch Operators and Locomotive Firer Career

Job Description: Operate or monitor railroad track switches or locomotive instruments. May couple or uncouple rolling stock to make up or break up trains. Watch for and relay traffic signals. May inspect couplings, air hoses, journal boxes, and hand brakes. May watch for dragging equipment or obstacles on rights-of-way.


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Railroad Brake, Signal, and Switch Operators and Locomotive Firer Career

Salary Info

Median Annual Wage

$55,320

Median Hourly Wage

$26.60*

Total Employed Nationally

19,860


Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics May 2016 wage data and 2016-2026 employment projections. "Projected growth" represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2016-2026). "Projected job openings" represent openings due to growth and replacement.