What is a signalman and how to become one

Key steps to become a signalman

1. Explore signalman education requirements

   Most common signalman degrees

   High School Diploma

   32.4 %

   Associate

   29.8 %

   Bachelor's

   20.6 %

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2. Start to develop specific signalman skills

   Skills	Percentages
   CDL	25.62%
   Switches	11.03%
   FRA	8.77%
   Grade Crossings	6.35%
   Visual Communications	4.44%

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3. Research signalman duties and responsibilities

   • Manage life threatening psychiatric emergencies and refer military and families to in-patient and out-patient network providers and provide supportive EAP counseling.
   • Drive cdl boom truck, bucket truck, and regular pickup truck with trailer to job sites.
   • Operate backhoes and trenchers for laying cable.
   • Rig ship's gangway, booms, and fueling and cargo stations.

4. Prepare your signalman resume

   When your background is strong enough, you can start writing your signalman resume.

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5. Apply for signalman jobs

   Now it's time to start searching for a signalman job. Consider the tips below for a successful job search:

   1. Browse job boards for relevant postings
   2. Consult your professional network
   3. Reach out to companies you're interested in working for directly
   4. Watch out for job scams