Description
Rail maintenance technicians execute routine inspections of railway tracks, powerlines, signage stations, switches, and other railway infrastructure. They are also sent out to repair defects quickly, safely, and at any time of the day or night.
EssentialOptional
Theoretical Knowledge
sensorsmechanics of trainselectricitymechanicscharacteristics of wheel rail interfaceelectrical systems used in transportationweigh in motion systemconstruction product regulationwork trainselectronics principleswheel impact load detectormodern power signalling systemshunting truck detectorhot wheel detection systemrailway framework legislation
Practical Skills
follow health and safety procedures in constructionmaintain sensor equipmentwrite rail defect recordsinspect railways visuallymonitor stationary rail sensorsuse safety equipment in constructioninspect rail flawsrecord test dataadvise on railway infrastructure repairsinspect construction suppliestest sensorsdetect rail track malfunctionsdesign wayside signalling interlockingsinterpret graphical recordings of rail-flaw-detection machinework in a construction teamprocess incoming construction supplieswork ergonomicallyuse tribometerdetect flaws in railscheck for defects in railcarsliaise with rail expertskeep personal administrationliaise with managersensure implementation of subsidence mitigation measurestest the rail-flaw-detection machinekeep records of work progressmaintain records of maintenance interventions