Station Yard Attendant
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A profession that performs shunting and marshalling operations for railway vehicles in station yards, supporting safe and efficient train operations.
Description
Station yard attendants handle shunting and marshalling operations for railway vehicles in marshalling yards or station yards. Using shunting devices, small locomotives, and remote control devices, they perform vehicle coupling/uncoupling, movement, marshalling, signal operations, safety checks, and radio communications. Work is conducted in teams, requiring precise and prompt procedure management. Much of the work is outdoors, including in inclement weather and at night.
Future Outlook
Even as improvements in railway transportation safety and the introduction of automation technologies advance, demand for shunting workers based on on-site experience remains stable, and the value of personnel with skills in equipment updates and automation adaptation is expected to increase.
Personality Traits
Attentive / Capable of quick situational judgment / Strong sense of responsibility / Team player
Work Style
Career Path
Station Yard Attendant Assistant → Station Yard Attendant → Shunting Director → Train Driver
Required Skills
Coupler Handling / Radio Communication Operation / Railway Signal Equipment Operation / Safety Confirmation Procedures / Shunting Device Operation
Recommended Skills
Basic Maintenance and Inspection Knowledge / Railway Vehicle Structure
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Precise confirmation work is necessary to ensure safety. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because it involves long hours of physical labor outdoors. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Because it requires coordinating with multiple workers to perform safe operations. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because routine tasks are the focus and new ideas are minimal. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because advanced mathematical analysis is rarely required. |
Aliases
- Shunting Operator
- Shunting Worker
Related Jobs
- Conductor
- Railway Signal Maintenance Worker
- Railway Track Maintenance Worker
- Train Driver