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Can anybody tell me who to contact to inquire about my son learning to drive trains for a living?
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As far as I know all Class 1 r.r. require you to take the proper steps before becoming an engineer (person that drives the train). First is working as a conductor/brakeman then they can be promoted if they qualify.There also are schools that you can attend, like NARS, that school you about being a conductor that may help hire on to railroads.
Check out websites like bnsf.com, up.com, cpr.ca, and websites of other class 1's. They post their job openings on their websites.
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Depending on which railroad company to work for, u would have to start off as a conductor first and then be promoted to an engineer.How long should i leave the radio in a 96 saab 900s disconnested b4 it resets itself?
As was stated, you can contact the class 1 RR companies, or Amtrak, if he wishes to operate passenger locos. This may require being willing to relocate, some times more than once, depending where the openings are. I know BNSF has openings all over the country.Why do trains some times have all their headlights on and some times they don't?
You have reached a real trainboy. I have a game that teaches how to operate a real trian in a game. It's called Trainz Railroad Simulator 2004 (TRS2004). I've learened how to operate a steam and a desiel locomotive, and also some electrices too. They have a Trainz Railraod Simulatuor 2006. I ain't sure which one is better but they both teach the same. You gotta get it for PC so that your son can learn how to run engines. I too want to be a railroad enginner.1963 What were the Steps to Stop Train?
The first step is getting a railroad job of any kind. Railroads no longer hire enginemen "off the street," but rather promote out of the ranks.Anyone knows how is the work at the amtrak's yards?
Best chance is to land a job as a brakeman/conductor, as they are usually the first considered when promoting.
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Most all class ones are hiring now, and the trend should continue for a couple more years as the last batch of employees are now retiring.
Why do some railroad signals have 2 sets of signals in the same direction.?
Competition for these jobs is stiff and there is never a shortage of applicants. College degree not absolutely necessary, but helps. If your son can read and comprehend at college level he'll have a much better chance of passing required entry exams.
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Getting hired is one thing, but every engineer in the US is required to have a license, "certification," issued by the Federal Railroad Administration. There are stumbling blocks here:
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Poor eyesight.
Poor hearing.
Poor driving record (if there is a "DUI" or "DWI" offense he is out of luck).
Substance abuse or alcoholism.
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In addition there is periodic "re-certification" after having been promoted and certified and if any of the above appears certification will be pulled. Testing for eyesight, hearing and presentation of driving record is mandatory during re-certification, as well as testing for rules knowledge. In addition, there are random tests for drug use, including stipulation for post-mortem testing in the event the worst happens.
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Bonusess that will be of personal help include good eye-hand co-ordination and mechanical aptitude with a good understanding of mathematics.
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I wish your son the best of luck. It is a rewarding and well paying career, and I don't regret having followed the calling.
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