Rail Yard Engineers, Dinkey Operators, and Hostlers
Also called: Engineer, Railcar Switcher, Railroad Engineer, Switchman
What They Do
Drive switching or other locomotive or dinkey engines within railroad yard, industrial plant, quarry, construction project, or similar location.
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