Job Description:
Job Summary
The Locomotive Engineer Training Program prepares candidates to become qualified Locomotive Engineers through a comprehensive training program that includes classroom instruction, on-the-job training, railroad operating rules, equipment operations, safety procedures, and technical knowledge.
Key Responsibilities
Working Place:
Newark, New Jersey, United States
Company :
2026 Aug 13th Women Veterans Virtual - NJ Transit
Job Summary
The Locomotive Engineer Training Program prepares candidates to become qualified Locomotive Engineers through a comprehensive training program that includes classroom instruction, on-the-job training, railroad operating rules, equipment operations, safety procedures, and technical knowledge.
Key Responsibilities
- Operate locomotives safely while following railroad operating rules and regulations.
- Perform pre-trip inspections, operational tests, and equipment checks.
- Monitor train controls, gauges, air pressure, speed, and other operating systems.
- Control train movement using throttle and braking systems.
- Observe track conditions and respond to obstacles or hazards.
- Communicate with conductors and operations personnel regarding schedules and operational updates.
- Troubleshoot equipment issues and respond to emergency situations.
- Complete extensive training covering railroad operations, safety procedures, equipment, and regulations.
- Participate in ongoing annual certification and qualification requirements.
- Work rotating shifts, irregular schedules, weekends, holidays, and on-call assignments.
- High School Diploma or GED.
- Ability to learn and apply railroad operating rules and technical procedures.
- Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent attention to detail and situational awareness.
- Ability to work in various weather conditions.
- Ability to memorize and apply technical information.
- Ability to work irregular schedules and changing assignments.
- Some college education.
- Customer service experience.
- Mechanical, diesel, automotive, or electrical experience.
- Experience operating commercial vehicles, trains, heavy equipment, or similar machinery.
- Train Operations
- Railroad Safety
- Equipment Inspection
- Mechanical Troubleshooting
- Critical Thinking
- Communication
- Teamwork
- Time Management
- Attention to Detail
- Emergency Response
- Technical Learning
- Problem Solving
Working Place:
Newark, New Jersey, United States
Company :
2026 Aug 13th Women Veterans Virtual - NJ Transit
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