Talk:Train driver/Archives/2015
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Duties
An engineer is responsible for preparing equipment for service, checking paperwork and the condition of the locomotives. Their duties require that they control acceleration, braking and handling of the train underway. They must know the physical characteristics of the railroad, including passenger stations, the incline and decline of the right-of-way and speed limits. Along with the conductor, the engineer monitors time to not fall behind schedule, nor leave stations early. The train's speed must be reduced when following other trains, approaching route diversions, or regulating time over road to avoid arriving too early. The engineer assumes the duties of the conductor if the conductor is incapacitated. The locomotive engineer is required to have an intimate knowledge of track geometry including signal placement so as to be able to safely control their train. Maintaining concentration is of critical importance in this role.
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The above sounds like any motorist do. The only difference is they drive a bigger vehicle and carry more passengers. Base on the description above, should we call bus drivers, Automotive Engineers?
Hostler redirects here, but is mentioned nowhere on the page. 151.202.29.23 (talk) 19:03, 20 May 2015 (UTC) TRH