Break down train crew?

[berob91]

At of interest, what jobs are available to be on the break down crew? I'm not even sure if such a thing exists although I have seen break down trains.

any info would be great

 

[Lrd]

What is a break down train?

Do you mean a thunderbird locomotive that goes and rescues a broken down train? If so, it's just a driver.

 

[E&W Lucas]

At of interest, what jobs are available to be on the break down crew? I'm not even sure if such a thing exists although I have seen break down trains.

any info would be great

Most TOCs have mobile fitters stationed along their routes, so that's probably the nearerst thing.

 

[Alan1310]

I have been trying to research this myself without much luck I would think there will be rerailing teams based around the country and prob a crane operator my pure guess is that they would be network rail guys and not toc specific but may be wrong

 

[sprinterguy]

What is a break down train?

Traditionally used to refer to the large rail cranes and associated support vehicles that are used to clear up after derailments and other mishaps - There are three located around the middle of the country.

 

[Lrd]

Traditionally used to refer to the large rail cranes and associated support vehicles that are used to clear up after derailments and other mishaps - There are three located around the middle of the country.

Oh right, thanks

 

[saracen]

DB Schenker are recruiting 60 Breakdown and Recovery staff comprising of 30 Team Members, 15 Supervisors and 50 Crane Operators. Locations are Didcot (nr Oxford), Wigan and Millerhill (Scotland)

Good opportunity for anyone off the street looking to get into the industry. I don't believe any experience is required for the Team Member role although positions are offered subject to an interview and passing a Railway Medical.

Good luck to anyone who is interested.