| Job Title |
Locomotive Inspector |
| Job Description |
Inspects Railroad Locomotives In Roundhouse Or Shop To
Determine Extent Of Wear And Needed Repairs, Using Handtools And
Measuring Instruments: Examines Firebox, Journal Boxes, And
Bearings To Detect Wear. Taps Parts, Such As Rods, Wheels, And
Bolts With Hammer Or Rawhide Mallet And Listens To Sound To
Detect Ruptures Or Cracks. Measures Wheel Flanges With Calipers
And Depth Gauge To Detect Excessive Wear Or Flat Spots. Reports
Defects To Supervisor, Roundhouse (railroad Equip.) Or Prepares
Inspection Report Form.
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