Train Dispatcher Trainee

Job description

Overview Dispatches trains to ensure the safe and efficient use of personnel and equipment within assigned railroad territory. Responsibilities: - Prepare and transmit Dispatcher’s Bulletins and messages via computer and fax machine, - Prepare train sheets and daily reports for summary of train operations. Update AS400 with train operation information, delay and accident reports for inclusion in Morning Report. - Enter train operations information in AS400 for update of transportation system events for train performance. - In cases of incidents, Train Dispatcher must follow protocol and instructions regarding notification of specific government agencies, FEC management and state and local officials. - Train Dispatcher must be aware and follow rules and regulations regarding train movement on specific commodities and clearance requirements of cars moving in trains and in passing trains. - Train Dispatcher must follow radio procedures and protocol. - Train Dispatcher is required to ride at least two through-freight trains per year, at the discretion of the Carrier. - Train Dispatcher is also required to perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications: MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: • High...