Locomotive engine drivers

Locomotive-engine drivers drive, or assist in driving, locomotive engines to transport passengers and freight.

Skill level: Semi-skilled

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  • The majority of Locomotive engine drivers earn a salary between $1,741 and $5,013 per month in 2024.
  • A monthly wage for entry-level Locomotive engine drivers ranges from $1,741 to $3,851.
  • After gaining 5 years of work experience, their income will be between $1,835 and $4,234 per month.

Tasks and duties

  • Driving or assisting in driving a steam, electric or diesel-electric locomotive engine
  • Driving an underground or elevated passenger train
  • Driving a locomotive to haul carriages underground or on the surface of a mine or quarry
  • Watching for track hazards and observing signals and indicator gauges
  • Operating communications systems to communicate with train crews and traffic controllers to ensure safe operation and scheduling of trains

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