Dispatcher

Direct and coordinate the safe movement of railroad traffic on all CBRY territory.

Primary Activities and Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with all railroad rules, procedures, and regulations for safety, operations and the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA)
• Direct and coordinate railroad traffic, issue permits and authorities, monitor all rail movements and maintain computerized records of all activities
• Know assigned territory and keep informed of changes in the physical characteristics
• Maintain familiarity with scheduled trains, destinations, times of arrivals and departures
• Communicate with personnel on weather or any environmental conditions affecting train movement
• Coordinate movement of trains according to operating plan and customer needs
• Monitor train and track movements
• Report alleged violations of operating rules and any irregularity relating to the movement of trains.
• Plan in advance for smooth and effective movement of priority trains, trains containing hazardous material or restricted shipments, and meets/passes to avoid unnecessary delays.
• Hazardous Transportation Trained.