What does a railway shunting operator do?

Railway shunting personnel are responsible for marshalling, dispatching, towing and leaving vehicles, inspecting and maintaining vehicles, and coordinating all aspects of work.

1. Vehicle marshalling: According to the different needs of passenger and freight trains, the vehicle marshalling is combined into a complete vehicle marshalling to ensure the smooth operation of vehicles.

2. Vehicle scheduling: According to the vehicle scheduling plan, arrange the running route, speed, stops, etc. To ensure that the vehicle arrives at the destination within the specified time.

3. Towing off the vehicle: Towing off the vehicle at the station and the parking lot to ensure the safe and stable operation of the vehicle.

4. Inspection and maintenance of vehicles: responsible for inspection and maintenance of vehicles to ensure their normal and safe operation.

5. Coordinate all aspects of work: coordinate with train operation dispatchers, station dispatchers, locomotive drivers, train attendants and other personnel to ensure the smooth operation of vehicles.