Railroad Freight Train Engineer - Onset, MA; Hyannis, MA; Taunton, MA
Company: Massachusetts Coastal Railroad
Location: Taunton
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
The Railroad Freight Train Engineer operates a locomotive and
interprets train orders, train signals, and railroad rules and
regulations to transport freight or passenger trains in a safe,
efficient manner. All work at Mass Coastal is performed in
accordance with FRA, industry, and company standards and
guidelines, procedures, and specifications. Mass Coastal offers
complete and detailed training for this position, competitive pay,
as well as the opportunity for professional growth and advancement.
Operating in a safe manner will take place over any other job
function. This position reports to our Trainmaster. This is an
at-will position governed by the Massachusetts Coastal Railroad
(MCRR) Employee Handbook, NORAC, Federal Railroad Administration
(FRA), and any other applicable rules and regulations in effect.
Engineer Primary Responsibilities: Operate equipment while
monitoring signals and other devices to safely and efficiently
operate train. Perform required tests and make inspections of
equipment and brakes as required. Think and function independently
while maintaining alertness, situational awareness, and vigilance
to maintain safety. Apply knowledge of territory, including
terrain, grades, curves, and grade crossings, in order to give
prescribed warning signals and to otherwise operate the train in a
safe manner Comply with train orders, train signals, radio
communications, and railroad rules and regulations to operate the
locomotive in an efficient and safe manner Observe track to detect
obstructions and to anticipate operating problems, as required by
federal or company rules Notify proper authorities and prepare
reports to explain accidents, unscheduled stops, or delays Confer
with conductor or traffic-control personnel to give or receive
information and to give instructions concerning stops, delays, or
oncoming trains Comply with all related safety and communication
rules and procedures.
Keywords: Massachusetts Coastal Railroad, Methuen , Railroad Freight Train Engineer - Onset, MA; Hyannis, MA; Taunton, MA, Logistics, Transportation & Drivers , Taunton, Massachusetts
