växlingstekniker
Växlingstekniker is a Swedish term that translates to "switching technician" or "railway shunter." These individuals are responsible for the safe and efficient movement of railway vehicles within a railway yard or station. Their primary duties involve coupling and uncoupling wagons and locomotives, organizing trains, and moving them between different tracks for sorting, loading, unloading, or maintenance.
The work of a växlingstekniker requires a thorough understanding of railway signaling systems, track layouts, and
In larger railway operations, växlingstekniker may work in teams, with different individuals responsible for specific tasks