Diesel Locomotive Driver
ないねんきかんしゃうんてんし
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A job that drives diesel locomotives on non-electrified sections and safely operates freight trains and temporary trains.
Description
Diesel locomotive drivers operate diesel locomotives used on non-electrified routes and ensure the safe and punctual operation of freight and passenger trains. They conduct pre-operation inspections, brake tests, radio communication with operation dispatchers, and drive in accordance with signals and speed control devices. In the event of failures or disruptions, they perform initial responses and act with safety as the top priority. A thorough understanding of strict driving operation regulations and a high safety awareness are required.
Future Outlook
Although demand is decreasing due to the introduction of automatic driving technology, drivers with emergency judgment and operation management capabilities will continue to be needed.
Personality Traits
Calm and composed / Cautious / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Both Indoor and Outdoor / Night / Non-Electrified Route Assignment / Shift
Career Path
Driver Assistant → Diesel Locomotive Driver → Training Driver → Operations Manager → Railway Company Executive
Required Skills
Initial Response to Failures / Locomotive Operation / Radio Communication Operation / Safety Management Knowledge / Signal and Sign Interpretation / Understanding of Operation Regulations
Recommended Skills
Basic Mechanical Engineering Knowledge / English (International Freight Trains) / Railway Operation Management System Operation / Safety Device Knowledge / Weather Response Ability
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | Because adaptation to weather changes and long driving hours is required. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Necessary to pay attention to minute signals and equipment conditions for safe operation. |
| Problem Solving | Because it requires handling failures in emergencies and judgment during abnormalities. |
| Stress Tolerance | Necessary to endure long driving hours and judgments in emergencies. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because it is a job that follows a fixed operation plan. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because there are few opportunities for complex numerical analysis. |
Related Qualifications
- Railway Driver Qualification (Certified by Each Railway Operator)
Aliases
- DL Driver
- Diesel Locomotive Driver
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- Dispatcher
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