SUMMARY: The person in this position operates an electric or diesel-electric locomotive and interprets train orders, train signals, and railroad rules and regulations to transport freight or passenger trains in a safe manner. RESPONSIBILITIES: * Inspect locomotive for operational readiness by making FRA- and company-required checks and tests * Receive train consist, which provides the physical makeup of train and includes weights, lengths, location of loads and empties, and cars requiring special handling * Apply knowledge of territory, including terrain, grades, curves, and grade crossings, in order to give prescribed warning signals and to otherwise operate the train in a safe manner * Comply with train orders, train signals, radio communications, and railroad rules and regulations to operate the locomotive in an efficient and safe manner * Observe track to detect obstructions and to anticipate operating problems, as required by federal or company rules; diagnose minor malfunctio...