Locomotive Engineer and Student Locomotive Engineer

Exam

State exam

Education

Degree

Experience

Experience

Background check

None

Locomotive Engineer – Operate Metro-North passenger and work trains on the three main lines and branch lines throughout Metro-North territory in a safe and efficient manner in accordance with all operating and safety rules and instructions • Perform ground and on-board inspections that include train control apparatus tests, brake tests and other appropriate engine tests • Monitor gauges, cab signals and other instruments and respond to signal alarms and notifications • Monitor radio for information and instructions from train crews or rail traffic controllers and transmit messages via radio • Respond to unusual conditions such as broken rail, defective third rail and catenary, fouled track or fire on board • Control the movement of trains by operating speed and brake controls in response to signal and track conditions encountered and according to the operating schedule • Communicate via radio with rail traffic controllers, yardmasters and train crewmembers • Maintain alertness and a constant lookout ahead, do not allow distractions to interfere with the safe and efficient operation of the train • Secure train at completion of trip and/or while in yard service • Complete required paperwork • Read, understand, and comply with bulletin orders, train orders, and general orders • Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical and operational train issues encountered while in route • Responsible for all other work generally recognized as the work of Locomotive Engineers performed on main or branch lines; within yard facilities; or, in road, local or yard service