[Core] [65% incumbents] Interpret train orders, signals, or railroad rules and regulations that govern the operation of locomotives.
  DWAs: Receive information or instructions for performing work assignments.

[Core] [65% incumbents] Confer with conductors or traffic control center personnel via radiophones to issue or receive information concerning stops, delays, or oncoming trains.
  DWAs: Communicate with others to coordinate vehicle movement.

[Core] [65% incumbents] Observe tracks to detect obstructions.
  DWAs: Monitor surroundings to detect potential hazards.

[Core] [65% incumbents] Operate locomotives to transport freight or passengers between stations or to assemble or disassemble trains within rail yards.
  DWAs: Operate locomotives or other rail vehicles.

[Core] [65% incumbents] Inspect locomotives to verify adequate fuel, sand, water, or other supplies before each run or to check for mechanical problems.
  DWAs: Monitor availability of equipment or supplies.

[Core] [64% incumbents] Receive starting signals from conductors and use controls such as throttles or air brakes to drive electric, diesel-electric, steam, or gas turbine-electric locomotives.
  DWAs: Operate locomotives or other rail vehicles. | Receive information or instructions for performing work assignments.

[Core] [64% incumbents] Monitor gauges or meters that measure speed, amperage, battery charge, or air pressure in brake lines or in main reservoirs.
  DWAs: Monitor equipment gauges or displays to ensure proper operation.

[Core] [64% incumbents] Call out train signals to assistants to verify meanings.
  DWAs: Signal others to coordinate vehicle movement.

[Core] [64% incumbents] Inspect locomotives after runs to detect damaged or defective equipment.
  DWAs: Inspect locomotives or other railroad equipment.

[Core] [64% incumbents] Prepare reports regarding any problems encountered, such as accidents, signaling problems, unscheduled stops, or delays.
  DWAs: Prepare accident or incident reports.

[Supplemental] [64% incumbents] Monitor train loading procedures to ensure that freight or rolling stock are loaded or unloaded without damage.
  DWAs: Monitor loading processes to ensure they are performed properly.

[Core] [63% incumbents] Respond to emergency conditions or breakdowns, following applicable safety procedures and rules.
  DWAs: Respond to transportation emergencies.

[Core] [63% incumbents] Check to ensure that documentation, such as procedure manuals or logbooks, are in the driver's cab and available for staff use.
  DWAs: Monitor availability of equipment or supplies.

[Core] [62% incumbents] Check to ensure that brake examination tests are conducted at shunting stations.
  DWAs: Monitor operational quality or safety.

--- SKILLS ---
  Active Listening (imp:3.75 lvl:3.25) — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand
  Speaking (imp:3.62 lvl:3.00) — Talking to others to convey information effectively.
  Critical Thinking (imp:3.62 lvl:3.12) — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternativ
  Monitoring (imp:3.62 lvl:3.75) — Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organization
  Reading Comprehension (imp:3.38 lvl:3.50) — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
  Active Learning (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future pr
  Writing (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audienc
  Learning Strategies (imp:2.88 lvl:3.00) — Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate fo
  Mathematics (imp:2.50 lvl:2.62) — Using mathematics to solve problems.
  Science (imp:1.38 lvl:0.38) — Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.

--- KNOWLEDGE ---
  Transportation (imp:4.46 lvl:4.81) — Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea
  Public Safety and Security (imp:3.62 lvl:3.85) — Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote
  English Language (imp:3.33 lvl:3.43) — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the mea
  Education and Training (imp:3.32 lvl:3.29) — Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching
  Customer and Personal Service (imp:3.02 lvl:2.84) — Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal servic
  Mechanical (imp:2.99 lvl:3.00) — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and main
  Administration and Management (imp:2.79 lvl:2.57) — Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, 
  Law and Government (imp:2.44 lvl:1.90) — Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulat
  Telecommunications (imp:2.41 lvl:1.36) — Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of te
  Computers and Electronics (imp:2.31 lvl:2.30) — Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and comput
  Geography (imp:2.26 lvl:2.17) — Knowledge of principles and methods for describing the features of land, sea, an
  Personnel and Human Resources (imp:2.23 lvl:1.80) — Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, tra
  Mathematics (imp:2.19 lvl:2.23) — Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their appl
  Engineering and Technology (imp:2.11 lvl:1.63) — Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. Th
  Administrative (imp:2.07 lvl:1.81) — Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word proce
  Physics (imp:1.95 lvl:1.36) — Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships,
  Communications and Media (imp:1.94 lvl:1.28) — Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and m
  Psychology (imp:1.83 lvl:1.56) — Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, 
  Production and Processing (imp:1.77 lvl:1.11) — Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and ot
  Chemistry (imp:1.77 lvl:1.43) — Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances a
  Economics and Accounting (imp:1.62 lvl:0.51) — Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial mar
  Therapy and Counseling (imp:1.61 lvl:1.09) — Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and r
  Medicine and Dentistry (imp:1.57 lvl:0.97) — Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human i
  Building and Construction (imp:1.52 lvl:0.85) — Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or r
  Design (imp:1.43 lvl:0.84) — Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of 
  History and Archeology (imp:1.38) — Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and effects on civi
  Philosophy and Theology (imp:1.37) — Knowledge of different philosophical systems and religions. This includes their 
  Biology (imp:1.28) — Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interd
  Sociology and Anthropology (imp:1.28) — Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human 
  Sales and Marketing (imp:1.24) — Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products
  Foreign Language (imp:1.23) — Knowledge of the structure and content of a foreign (non-English) language inclu
  Food Production (imp:1.10) — Knowledge of techniques and equipment for planting, growing, and harvesting food
  Fine Arts (imp:1.05) — Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform

--- ABILITIES ---
  Far Vision (imp:4.38 lvl:4.50) — The ability to see details at a distance.
  Selective Attention (imp:4.00 lvl:4.00) — The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distrac
  Control Precision (imp:4.00 lvl:4.00) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehi
  Response Orientation (imp:4.00 lvl:4.00) — The ability to choose quickly between two or more movements in response to two o
  Problem Sensitivity (imp:3.88 lvl:3.38) — The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does no
  Reaction Time (imp:3.88 lvl:4.38) — The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sou
  Near Vision (imp:3.88 lvl:3.38) — The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
  Depth Perception (imp:3.88 lvl:3.50) — The ability to judge which of several objects is closer or farther away from you
  Oral Comprehension (imp:3.75 lvl:3.88) — The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through 
  Oral Expression (imp:3.75 lvl:3.88) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will unde
  Perceptual Speed (imp:3.75 lvl:3.75) — The ability to quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among
  Multilimb Coordination (imp:3.75 lvl:3.88) — The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or
  Information Ordering (imp:3.62 lvl:3.25) — The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according
  Flexibility of Closure (imp:3.62 lvl:3.50) — The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or so
  Rate Control (imp:3.62 lvl:3.75) — The ability to time your movements or the movement of a piece of equipment in an
  Auditory Attention (imp:3.62 lvl:4.00) — The ability to focus on a single source of sound in the presence of other distra
  Inductive Reasoning (imp:3.50 lvl:3.12) — The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusion
  Manual Dexterity (imp:3.38 lvl:3.00) — The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your
  Hearing Sensitivity (imp:3.38 lvl:2.88) — The ability to detect or tell the differences between sounds that vary in pitch 
  Speech Recognition (imp:3.38 lvl:3.00) — The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
  Written Comprehension (imp:3.25 lvl:3.12) — The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
  Deductive Reasoning (imp:3.25 lvl:3.12) — The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that 
  Time Sharing (imp:3.25 lvl:3.50) — The ability to shift back and forth between two or more activities or sources of
  Speech Clarity (imp:3.25 lvl:3.00) — The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
  Spatial Orientation (imp:3.12 lvl:3.12) — The ability to know your location in relation to the environment or to know wher
  Arm-Hand Steadiness (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while hold
  Written Expression (imp:3.00 lvl:2.75) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will under
  Visualization (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when 
  Finger Dexterity (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or bot
  Visual Color Discrimination (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of c
  Glare Sensitivity (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — The ability to see objects in the presence of a glare or bright lighting.
  Speed of Closure (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — The ability to quickly make sense of, combine, and organize information into mea
  Peripheral Vision (imp:2.88 lvl:2.75) — The ability to see objects or movement of objects to one's side when the eyes ar
  Category Flexibility (imp:2.75 lvl:2.75) — The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping
  Wrist-Finger Speed (imp:2.75 lvl:2.50) — The ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and 
  Trunk Strength (imp:2.75 lvl:2.50) — The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the 
  Night Vision (imp:2.75 lvl:2.50) — The ability to see under low-light conditions.
  Sound Localization (imp:2.62 lvl:2.12) — The ability to tell the direction from which a sound originated.
  Mathematical Reasoning (imp:2.50 lvl:2.25) — The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a prob
  Number Facility (imp:2.50 lvl:2.50) — The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.
  Static Strength (imp:2.50 lvl:2.62) — The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.
  Speed of Limb Movement (imp:2.38 lvl:2.25) — The ability to quickly move the arms and legs.
  Memorization (imp:2.25 lvl:2.25) — The ability to remember information such as words, numbers, pictures, and proced
  Extent Flexibility (imp:2.25 lvl:2.12) — The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.
  Fluency of Ideas (imp:2.12 lvl:2.00) — The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas
  Dynamic Strength (imp:2.12 lvl:2.00) — The ability to exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously over time. This inv
  Stamina (imp:2.12 lvl:1.50) — The ability to exert yourself physically over long periods of time without getti
  Gross Body Equilibrium (imp:2.12 lvl:1.50) — The ability to keep or regain your body balance or stay upright when in an unsta
  Originality (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — The ability to come up with unusual or clever ideas about a given topic or situa
  Gross Body Coordination (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — The ability to coordinate the movement of your arms, legs, and torso together wh
  Explosive Strength (imp:1.50 lvl:0.50) — The ability to use short bursts of muscle force to propel oneself (as in jumping
  Dynamic Flexibility (imp:1.00) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with yo

--- WORK ACTIVITIES ---
  Controlling Machines and Processes (imp:4.63 lvl:5.43) — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines 
  Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (imp:4.50 lvl:4.73) — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or 
  Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials (imp:4.49 lvl:4.27) — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors o
  Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment (imp:4.42 lvl:5.34) — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, s
  Getting Information (imp:4.32 lvl:4.06) — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sour
  Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (imp:4.23 lvl:4.58) — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events o
  Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (imp:4.16 lvl:4.81) — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment,
  Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (imp:4.12 lvl:4.27) — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone,
  Processing Information (imp:3.93 lvl:4.20) — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying
  Making Decisions and Solving Problems (imp:3.89 lvl:4.18) — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and sol
  Analyzing Data or Information (imp:3.75 lvl:3.95) — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by break
  Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information (imp:3.74 lvl:3.38) — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resourc
  Handling and Moving Objects (imp:3.62 lvl:5.09) — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials,
  Documenting/Recording Information (imp:3.58 lvl:3.22) — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in writte
  Training and Teaching Others (imp:3.43 lvl:3.62) — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or tr
  Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others (imp:3.40 lvl:3.37) — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.
  Performing General Physical Activities (imp:3.31 lvl:4.18) — Performing general physical activities includes doing activities that require co
  Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others (imp:3.24 lvl:3.61) — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
  Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (imp:3.10 lvl:3.64) — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
  Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (imp:3.08 lvl:3.41) — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your
  Coaching and Developing Others (imp:3.06 lvl:3.19) — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherw
  Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People (imp:3.05 lvl:3.37) — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
  Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates (imp:3.05 lvl:2.94) — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance 
  Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (imp:2.98 lvl:3.39) — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and m
  Developing Objectives and Strategies (imp:2.93 lvl:2.86) — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to 
  Scheduling Work and Activities (imp:2.93 lvl:3.47) — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
  Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment (imp:2.87 lvl:3.29) — Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, an
  Thinking Creatively (imp:2.69 lvl:3.08) — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, syste
  Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment (imp:2.63 lvl:2.93) — Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines,
  Developing and Building Teams (imp:2.63 lvl:2.40) — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team membe
  Assisting and Caring for Others (imp:2.53 lvl:2.84) — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other pe
  Monitoring and Controlling Resources (imp:2.48 lvl:2.52) — Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.
  Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others (imp:2.43 lvl:2.48) — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, 
  Providing Consultation and Advice to Others (imp:2.36 lvl:2.48) — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical,
  Communicating with People Outside the Organization (imp:2.33 lvl:2.01) — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organizatio
  Working with Computers (imp:2.32 lvl:1.95) — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to progra
  Performing for or Working Directly with the Public (imp:2.30 lvl:2.31) — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving
  Performing Administrative Activities (imp:2.17 lvl:1.87) — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files
  Selling or Influencing Others (imp:2.07 lvl:1.53) — Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or
  Staffing Organizational Units (imp:1.97 lvl:1.69) — Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and promoting employees in an organ
  Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment (imp:1.88 lvl:1.42) — Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to t

--- WORK STYLES ---
  Dependability (imp:6.00) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Attention to Detail (imp:5.00) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Integrity (imp:4.00) — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Cautiousness (imp:3.00) — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Dependability (imp:3.00) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Cautiousness (imp:2.74) — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Attention to Detail (imp:2.57) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Stress Tolerance (imp:2.28) — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Integrity (imp:2.17) — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Self-Control (imp:2.06) — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res
  Self-Control (imp:2.00) — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res
  Perseverance (imp:1.90) — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Self-Confidence (imp:1.35) — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Achievement Orientation (imp:1.18) — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Stress Tolerance (imp:1.00) — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Cooperation (imp:0.92) — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Adaptability (imp:0.89) — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Optimism (imp:0.43) — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  Sincerity (imp:0.42) — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou
  Intellectual Curiosity (imp:0.39) — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Innovation () — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 
  Achievement Orientation () — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Intellectual Curiosity () — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Tolerance for Ambiguity () — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.
  Initiative () — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  Adaptability () — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Self-Confidence () — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Perseverance () — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Leadership Orientation () — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
  Humility () — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
  Sincerity () — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou
  Empathy () — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Cooperation () — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Optimism () — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  Social Orientation () — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Initiative (imp:-0.04) — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  Empathy (imp:-0.05) — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Humility (imp:-0.06) — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
  Leadership Orientation (imp:-0.07) — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
  Social Orientation (imp:-0.14) — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Tolerance for Ambiguity (imp:-0.32) — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.
  Innovation (imp:-0.64) — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 

--- TRANSFERABLE SKILLS ---
  Operation and Control (imp:4.12 lvl:4.12) — Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
  Operations Monitoring (imp:4.00 lvl:4.00) — Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working pr
  Judgment and Decision Making (imp:3.38 lvl:3.00) — Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the m
  Complex Problem Solving (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and ev
  Time Management (imp:3.12 lvl:2.75) — Managing one's own time and the time of others.
  Coordination (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
  Quality Control Analysis (imp:2.88 lvl:3.00) — Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate
  Social Perceptiveness (imp:2.75 lvl:2.62) — Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
  Troubleshooting (imp:2.75 lvl:2.62) — Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
  Management of Personnel Resources (imp:2.50 lvl:2.50) — Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best 
  Instructing (imp:2.38 lvl:2.62) — Teaching others how to do something.
  Service Orientation (imp:2.38 lvl:1.88) — Actively looking for ways to help people.
  Systems Analysis (imp:2.25 lvl:2.25) — Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, 
  Equipment Maintenance (imp:2.12 lvl:1.38) — Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind o
  Systems Evaluation (imp:2.12 lvl:2.12) — Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed 
  Persuasion (imp:2.00 lvl:1.75) — Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.
  Negotiation (imp:2.00 lvl:1.75) — Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.
  Repairing (imp:1.88 lvl:1.38) — Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.
  Operations Analysis (imp:1.75 lvl:1.12) — Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design.
  Management of Material Resources (imp:1.75 lvl:0.88) — Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materi
  Management of Financial Resources (imp:1.62 lvl:0.88) — Determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for the
  Equipment Selection (imp:1.50 lvl:0.75) — Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
  Technology Design (imp:1.25 lvl:0.25) — Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs.
  Installation (imp:1.00) — Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications.
  Programming (imp:1.00) — Writing computer programs for various purposes.

--- NATIONAL WAGES ---
  total_employment : 33,470
  annual_median    : $81,410
  annual_pct10     : $60,680
  annual_pct25     : $75,190
  annual_pct75     : $93,260
  annual_pct90     : $109,220
  annual_mean      : $85,900
  hourly_median    : $39.14

--- GEOGRAPHIC DISPERSION ---
  highest_state    : New York ($109,220)
  lowest_state     : North Carolina ($61,190)
  dispersion_ratio : 1.785x

--- TOP STATES BY WAGE (35 total) ---
  Transportation and Warehousing           emp:   32,600  median: $  81,640
  Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Government Schools and Hospitals and the U.S. Postal Service (OEWS Designation) emp:      570  median: $  70,600
  Manufacturing                            emp:       80  median: $  54,480
  Mining, Quarrying, and Oil and Gas Extraction emp:       30  median: $  47,470

--- TOP INDUSTRIES BY EMPLOYMENT (4 total) ---
  Transportation and Warehousing           emp:   32,600  median: $  81,640
  Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Government Schools and Hospitals and the U.S. Postal Service (OEWS Designation) emp:      570  median: $  70,600
  Manufacturing                            emp:       80  median: $  54,480
  Mining, Quarrying, and Oil and Gas Extraction emp:       30  median: $  47,470

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--- WIKIPEDIA FULL TEXT ---
Locomotive engineer may refer to:

Locomotive builder, a person who designs and builds locomotives
Train driver, a person who operates a locomotive
Locomotive Engineer, an American periodical begun in 1888 and edited by John A. Hill

--- SEMANTIC NEIGHBORS (5) ---

  Title: Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers and Trainmen (similarity: 0.5882)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brotherhood_of_Locomotive_Engineers_and_Trainmen
  QID: Q4975612
  Extract: The Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers and Trainmen (BLET) is a labor union founded in Marshall, Michigan, on 8 May 1863 as the Brotherhood of the Footboard. It was the first permanent trade organization for railroad workers in the US. A year later it was renamed the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engin

  Title: Train driver (similarity: 0.3125)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Train_driver
  QID: Q2775569
  Extract: A train driver is a person who operates a train, railcar, or other rail transport vehicle. The driver is in charge of and responsible for the mechanical operation of the train, train speed, and all train handling. Train drivers must follow specific guidelines to drive a train safely.

  Title: ASLEF (similarity: 0.1600)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/ASLEF
  QID: Q4809240
  Extract: The Associated Society of Locomotive Engineers and Firemen (ASLEF) is a British trade union representing drivers of trains including services such as the London Underground (Tube). It is part of the International Transport Workers' Federation and the European Transport Workers' Federation. At the en

  Title: CSX 8888 incident (similarity: 0.2162)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/CSX_8888_incident
  QID: Q1151276
  Extract: The CSX 8888 incident, also known as the Crazy Eights incident, was a runaway train event involving a CSX Transportation freight train in the U.S. state of Ohio on May 15, 2001. Locomotive #8888, an
EMD SD40-2, ran uncontrolled for just under two hours at up to 53 miles per hour (85 km/h) while pull

  Title: LNER Class P2 (similarity: 0.3030)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/LNER_Class_P2
  QID: Q6459285
  Extract: The London and North Eastern Railway Class P2 was a class of 2-8-2 steam locomotives designed by Sir Nigel Gresley for working heavy express trains over the harsh Edinburgh to Aberdeen Line. As they were to serve on Scottish expresses, they were given famous names from Scottish lore.

model_pass1          : claude-sonnet-4-20250514
model_pass2          : claude-haiku-4-5-20251001
inference_confidence : high
confidence_notes     : Strong O*NET data coverage with detailed tasks, skills, and work activities. BLS wage data current and comprehensive. Clear occupation definition with minimal ambiguity.
inferred_at          : 2026-06-04T03:06:22.884780+00:00
tokens_input         : 4,725
tokens_output        : 4,247
cost_usd             : $0.045492
wikipedia_used       : True
wikipedia_title      : Locomotive engineer
wikipedia_note       : Wikipedia confirms this occupation refers to the train driver role rather than locomotive builder or designer. The Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers and Trainmen represents these professionals as a major labor union.

--- PROSE FIELDS ---

ROLE SUMMARY:
Locomotive Engineers operate electric, diesel-electric, steam, or gas-turbine locomotives to transport passengers or freight across rail networks. They interpret train orders, signals, and railroad regulations while maintaining constant vigilance for safety hazards and operational compliance. These professionals combine technical machine operation skills with critical safety responsibilities, requiring precise control and split-second decision-making capabilities.

DAY IN THE LIFE:
A locomotive engineer begins each shift by inspecting their locomotive to verify adequate fuel, sand, water, and other supplies while checking for mechanical problems. Throughout their run, they monitor multiple gauges measuring speed, amperage, battery charge, and air pressure while observing tracks for obstructions or hazards. They communicate regularly with conductors and traffic control via radio to coordinate movements and receive operational instructions. The engineer operates throttles and air brakes with precision to control the massive locomotive, calling out signals to assistants and maintaining constant awareness of railroad rules and regulations. After each run, they conduct post-trip inspections and prepare detailed reports documenting any problems encountered, accidents, or delays.

WHO THRIVES:
Individuals who excel as locomotive engineers possess exceptional attention to detail and unwavering dependability, as reflected in the role's top work styles emphasizing reliability and precision. They demonstrate strong realistic and conventional personality traits, enjoying hands-on mechanical work while following established procedures and regulations. These professionals require excellent far vision, selective attention, and rapid reaction times to safely operate complex machinery. They thrive under responsibility and pressure, maintaining cautiousness and integrity while making critical safety decisions that affect passengers, freight, and railway infrastructure.

CAREER ENTRY:
Most locomotive engineers enter the field with a high school diploma (67.8% of professionals) or post-secondary certificate (23.2%), typically in transportation or mechanical fields. Entry requires completion of railroad-sponsored training programs that cover locomotive operation, safety protocols, and federal regulations. New engineers typically start as conductors or in other railroad positions to gain experience before advancing to engineer roles through company-sponsored apprenticeships.

CAREER TRAJECTORY:
Locomotive engineers can advance to conductor supervisor roles, train dispatcher positions, or railroad operations management. Some transition to related transportation roles such as railroad brake operators, yardmasters, or transportation equipment inspectors. With additional training, engineers may move into railroad maintenance, signal repair, or heavy equipment operation in construction industries.

MARKET INTELLIGENCE:
Locomotive engineers earn a median annual salary of $81,410 according to BLS OEWS May 2025, with wages ranging from $60,680 to $109,220 across experience levels. The profession employs 33,470 workers nationwide, with significant geographic wage variation from North Carolina ($61,190) to New York ($109,220), reflecting regional transportation demands. The vast majority (97.4%) work in transportation and warehousing industries, with small numbers in federal, state, and local government roles. Employment is concentrated in major freight corridors and metropolitan areas with significant passenger rail services.

AUTOMATION OUTLOOK:
Locomotive engineers face moderate automation pressure as the role involves controlling machines and processes that could potentially be automated through advanced rail control systems. However, the critical safety responsibilities, need for real-time decision-making in unpredictable situations, and regulatory requirements for human oversight provide significant protection against full automation in the near term.

--- REASONED EDGES ---
  [career_pathway] Railroad Brake, Signal, and Switch Operators and Locomotive Firers (53-4022.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Direct career progression pathway as locomotive firers traditionally advance to engineer positions in railroad operations.
    data: Primary-Short relationship
    data: Similar transportation knowledge requirements
    data: Same job zone level
  [task_similarity] Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters (53-4031.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Share core activities of communicating with supervisors via radio, interpreting railroad signals, and coordinating train movements.
    data: Primary-Short relationship
    data: Shared transportation knowledge domain
    data: Similar communication and coordination tasks
  [skill_overlap] Subway and Streetcar Operators (53-4041.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Both require operating vehicles/equipment, control precision, and monitoring processes with similar RIASEC realistic profiles.
    data: Primary-Short relationship
    data: Operating Vehicles work activity overlap
    data: Control Precision ability requirement
  [transferable_skill] Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators (47-2073.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Share Operation and Control transferable skills and similar realistic RIASEC orientation for machine operation.
    data: Primary-Long relationship
    data: Operation and Control skill overlap
    data: Realistic RIASEC cluster
  [knowledge_overlap] Transportation Vehicle, Equipment and Systems Inspectors (53-6051.07) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Both require transportation knowledge and inspecting equipment/structures as core work activities.
    data: Primary-Long relationship
    data: Transportation knowledge domain
    data: Inspecting Equipment work activity
  [riasec_cluster] Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers (53-3032.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Similar realistic personality orientation and operating vehicles work activities in transportation sector.
    data: Primary-Long relationship
    data: Operating Vehicles work activity
    data: Transportation industry overlap

--- NORMALIZER SIGNALS ---
  match_keywords   : ['locomotive', 'engineer', 'train', 'railroad', 'railway', 'freight', 'passenger', 'diesel']
  exclude_keywords : ['conductor', 'mechanic', 'inspector', 'dispatcher', 'builder']
  title_patterns   : ['locomotive engineer', 'diesel engineer', 'freight engineer', 'engine operator', 'engineman']
  common_variations: ['locomotive operator', 'train engineer', 'diesel locomotive engineer', 'railway engineer', 'engine pilot', 'engineman', 'locomotive driver', 'train operator']

total_terms    : 40
top_words      : ['tendency', 'others', 'equipment', 'locomotive', 'control', 'principles', 'problems', 'includes', 'objects', 'engineers', 'railroad', 'rules', 'locomotives', 'procedures', 'ideas', 'mechanical', 'techniques', 'materials', 'body', 'performing']
source_layers  : onet_tasks | onet_dimensions | dwas | wikipedia | inference

TERM                    COUNT     FREQ  DOMINANT SOURCE      SOURCE BREAKDOWN
──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────
tendency                   42  0.01540  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
others                     40  0.01467  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:95%  dwas:5%
equipment                  30  0.01100  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:77%  dwas:13%  inference:7%
locomotive                 22  0.00807  inference            inference:55%  wikipedia:45%
control                    17  0.00623  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:71%  inference:24%  onet_tasks:6%
principles                 16  0.00587  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
problems                   14  0.00513  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:64%  onet_tasks:21%  inference:14%
includes                   12  0.00440  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
objects                    12  0.00440  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
engineers                  12  0.00440  inference            inference:75%  wikipedia:25%
railroad                   11  0.00403  inference            inference:64%  wikipedia:18%  onet_tasks:9%
rules                      11  0.00403  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:73%  onet_tasks:18%  inference:9%
locomotives                11  0.00403  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:45%  dwas:27%  wikipedia:18%
procedures                 11  0.00403  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:73%  onet_tasks:18%  inference:9%
ideas                      11  0.00403  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
mechanical                 10  0.00367  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:50%  inference:30%  onet_tasks:10%
techniques                 10  0.00367  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
materials                  10  0.00367  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
body                       10  0.00367  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
performing                 10  0.00367  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:80%  dwas:20%
rail                        9  0.00330  inference            inference:33%  dwas:22%  wikipedia:22%
speed                       9  0.00330  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:67%  onet_tasks:11%  wikipedia:11%
resources                   9  0.00330  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
quickly                     9  0.00330  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
orientation                 9  0.00330  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
activities                  9  0.00330  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
maintaining                 9  0.00330  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:67%  inference:33%
operation                   8  0.00293  inference            inference:38%  onet_dimensions:25%  onet_tasks:12%
operate                     8  0.00293  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:38%  dwas:25%  inference:25%
safety                      8  0.00293  inference            inference:62%  onet_tasks:12%  onet_dimensions:12%
attention                   8  0.00293  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:75%  inference:25%
monitoring                  8  0.00293  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
needs                       8  0.00293  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
transportation              8  0.00293  inference            inference:62%  onet_dimensions:12%  dwas:12%
services                    8  0.00293  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:75%  wikipedia:12%  inference:12%
standards                   8  0.00293  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
machines                    8  0.00293  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  inference:12%
management                  8  0.00293  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  inference:12%
human                       8  0.00293  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  inference:12%
production                  8  0.00293  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%