Description
Perform maintenance operations on rail tracks, such as removal of old or damaged ties, maintenance of track spanner machinery, and tightening or loosening of bolts at joints.
Alternative labels
carry out maintenance work on rail tracks
ensure safety of railway operations by performing maintenance on track
ensure safety of rail operations by performing maintenance on track
maintain railway tracks
maintain condition of rail tracks
perform maintenance work on railway tracks
maintain condition of railway tracks
perform maintenance work on track
carry out maintenance work on railway tracks
perform track maintenance work
Skill type
skill/competence
Skill reusability level
occupation-specific
Relationships with occupations
Essential skill
Perform maintenance work on rail tracks is an essential skill of the following occupations:
Optional skill
Perform maintenance work on rail tracks is optional for these occupations. This means knowing this skill may be an asset for career advancement if you are in one of these occupations.
Rolling stock inspector: Rolling stock inspectors inspect wagons and carriages to asses their technical condition while grouped together and before they are used for transportation activities. They check technical devices, ensure complete and correct operation of the rolling stock, and prepare required technical documents and/or checklists. Depending on work organisation they are also responsible for limited ad-hoc maintenance or exchange work and the performance of brake tests.
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