Lay, repair, and maintain track for standard or narrow-gauge railroad equipment used in regular railroad service or in plant yards, quarries, sand and gravel pits, and mines. Includes ballast cleaning machine operators and road bed tamping machine operators.

Education: These occupations usually require a high school certificate or diploma.

Expereince: Some previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is usually needed. For example, a teller would benefit from experience working directly with the public.

Training: Employees in these occupations need anywhere from a few months to one year of working with experienced employees. A recognized apprenticeship program may be associated with these occupations.

• Track Inspector, Track Laborer, Track Maintainer, Track Repairer, Track Walker, Track Equipment Operator (TEO), Trackman, Machine Operator, Track Repair Person, Track Service Person