Conductors coordinate activities of train crew on passenger or freight train. Coordinate activities of switch-engine crew within yard of railroad, industrial plant, or similar location. Yardmasters coordinate activities of workers engaged in railroad traffic operations, such as the makeup or breakup of trains, yard switching, and review train schedules and switching orders.
Top Industry of Employment
| Area |
Employment** Total |
Hourly Wage | Annual | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mean | Entry | Experienced | Mean | Entry | Experienced | ||
| Missouri | 1,290 | 23.78 | 17.52 | 26.90 | 49,450 | 36,450 | 55,960 |
| Area | Employment ** | Change 2000-2010 |
Annual Avg Openings |
Long-term Outlook |
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 Estimated | 2010 Projected | Number | Percent | |||
| Missouri | 730 | 590 | -140 | -19.18 | 32 | Caution |
| Kansas City MSA | 460 | 490 | 30 | 6.52 | 24 | Good |
| St Louis MSA | 520 | 400 | -120 | -23.08 | 23 | Fair |
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** - Why are the employment levels different for the same occupation?
This profession generally requires Work experience (in related occupation)
in one of the following
Truck and Bus Driver/Commercial Vehicle Operation