rail layer

Rail layers construct railway tracks on prepared sites. They monitor equipment that sets railroad sleepers or ties, usually on a layer of crushed stone or ballast. Rail layers then lay the rail tracks on top of the sleepers and attach them to make sure the rails have a constant gauge, or distance to each other. These operations are usually done with a single moving machine, but may be performed manually.

ESCO Code

9312.1.2

Scope note

Excludes people performing preparation activites such as bulldozing or scraping. Excludes people performing electric power lines installation. Includes people performing flash welding. Includes people performing laying activities of tram, metro and light rail tracks.

Alternative Labels

track machine operator

light rail layer

tramway layer

rail machine operator

track layer

railtrack layer

rail track layer

plate layer

light railtrack layer

layer in railway sites

railway line layer

Regulatory Aspect

To see if and how this occupation is regulated in EU Member States, EEA countries or Switzerland please consult the Regulated Professions Database of the Commission. Regulated Professions Database:

http://ec.europa.eu/growth/single-market/services/free-movement-professionals/qualifications-recognition_en

Skills & Competences

Essential Skills and Competences

apply arc welding techniques apply spot welding techniques apply thermite welding techniques follow health and safety procedures in construction inspect construction supplies keep heavy construction equipment in good condition react to events in time-critical environments recognise signs of corrosion secure working area transport construction supplies use measurement instruments use safety equipment in construction work ergonomically work in a construction team

Essential Knowledge

mechanical systems mechanics rail infrastructure work trains

Optional Skills and Competences

coordinate construction activities drive mobile heavy construction equipment ensure rail tracks remain clear inspect railways visually install railway detectors keep personal administration keep records of work progress maintain rail infrastructure monitor ballast regulator monitor rail laying machine monitor rail pickup machine monitor tamping car operate grappler operate rail grinder operate sleeper clipping unit pave asphalt layers perform drainage work pour concrete process incoming construction supplies rig loads screed concrete set up temporary construction site infrastructure

Optional Knowledge

health and safety hazards underground machinery load capacity

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Concept Uri

http://data.europa.eu/esco/occupation/d97fd1e8-4c61-459b-82cd-1bd0e792c568

Status

released

Occupations

rail layer

Concept overview

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