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A Railroad Worker

Accountants spend an average of None on post-employment, on-the-job training. New railroad workers learn the skills and techniques required for their job and employer during this time. The chart below shows how long it takes to gain competency as a railroad worker based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data and data from real railroad worker resumes. 

Complete relevant training

Complete relevant training/internship

When your background is strong enough, you can start writing your railroad worker resume. You can use Zippia's AI <a class="alink" href="https://www.zippia.com/resume-builder/">resume builder</a> to make the resume writing process easier while also making sure that you include key information that hiring managers expect to see on a railroad worker resume. You'll find <a class="alink" href="https://www.zippia.com/advice/resume-tips/">resume tips</a> and examples of skills, responsibilities, and summaries, all provided by Zippi, your career sidekick.

Prepare your resume

Becoming a licensed railroad worker usually doesn't require a college degree. However, you don't need to pass an exam to become a licensed railroad worker in most of states. 0 states require railroad workers to have license for their work. You can see the list of states below.

Obtain the necessary licensing

Now it's time to start searching for a railroad worker job. Consider the tips below for a successful job search: <ol> <li>Browse job boards for relevant postings</li> <li>Consult your professional network</li> <li>Reach out to companies you're interested in working for directly</li> <li>Watch out for <a class="alink" href="https://www.zippia.com/advice/job-scams/">job scams</a></li> </ol>

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Apply for a railroad worker job

Selecting the appropriate major is an important step in becoming a railroad worker. Data from railroad worker resumes shows that the most common majors include precision metal working, education, and computer information systems.

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Explore railroad worker education

If you're interested in becoming a railroad worker, you must consider how much education you need. Based on real railroad worker resumes, 18.8% of railroad workers have a bachelor's degree. Regarding higher education levels, 0.0% of railroad workers have master's degrees. Even though some railroad workers have a college degree, it's possible to become one with only a high school degree or GED. 

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Develop railroad worker skills

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What is a railroad worker?

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Railroad worker jobs

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Railroad worker demographics

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Railroad worker job description

Job Description

How to hire a railroad worker

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Best companies for railroad workers

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Railroad Workers

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