Operate or monitor railroad track switches or locomotive instruments. May couple or uncouple rolling stock to make up or break up trains. Watch for and relay traffic signals. May inspect couplings, air hoses, journal boxes, and hand brakes. May watch for dragging equipment or obstacles on rights-of-way. 

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Employment Outlook	Growth Rate 1.4% Openings Per Year 55
Wages	Median Hourly $30 per hour Average Annual $61,810 per year
Education Needed	These occupations usually require a high school diploma.
Education Available in Washington	Railroad and Railway Transportation
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