Railroad Brake, Signal, and Switch Operators and Locomotive Firers, task by task.

The 20 activities O*NET records for this job, each linked to what software can take on. The scored breakdown for this one is still generating.

Also filed here96

firer
rider
carman
nipper
coupler
fireman
flagger
flagman
patcher
snapper
swamper
trailer
brakeman
trainman
and 82 more

The full activity list

All 20 detailed work activities O*NET records for Railroad Brake, Signal, and Switch Operators and Locomotive Firers, grouped by how much of each one software can take on. Every row has its own page.

Mostly automatable 2

Mostly automatable activities for Railroad Brake, Signal, and Switch Operators and Locomotive Firers
Activity	Jobs
Record operational or production data	91
Record service or repair activities	5

Partly automatable 4

Partly automatable activities for Railroad Brake, Signal, and Switch Operators and Locomotive Firers
Activity	Jobs
Receive information or instructions for performing work assignments	13
Signal others to coordinate vehicle movement	11
Monitor availability of equipment or supplies	10
Arrange maintenance activities	10

Barely automatable 14

Barely automatable activities for Railroad Brake, Signal, and Switch Operators and Locomotive Firers
Activity	Jobs
Monitor equipment gauges or displays to ensure proper operation	11
Install parts, assemblies, or attachments in transportation or material handling equipment	10
Observe equipment in operation to detect potential problems	9
Monitor surroundings to detect potential hazards	9
Connect hoses to equipment or machinery	9
Assist passengers during vehicle boarding	8
Test mechanical systems to ensure proper functioning	8
Climb ladders or vehicles to perform duties	6
Monitor traffic signals	5
Monitor engine operation or functioning	5
Control equipment that regulates vehicle traffic	4
Inspect locomotives or other railroad equipment	4
Operate locomotives or other rail vehicles	4
Maintain locomotives or other rail equipment in good working condition	3