Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters Career Video

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Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters Career Video

Description: Coordinate activities of switch-engine crew within railroad yard, industrial plant, or similar location. Conductors coordinate activities of train crew on passenger or freight trains. Yardmasters review train schedules and switching orders and coordinate activities of workers engaged in railroad traffic operations, such as the makeup or breakup of trains and yard switching.

Average Pay

Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters

$78,000/yr Across the U.S.

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Career Outlook

Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters

New job opportunities are less likely in the future.

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Typical Training

Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters

Typical training at entry is a High school diploma or equivalent

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