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Aaron Norman

Summary

Results-driven machinist with extensive experience in servicing and maintaining EMD locomotives. Known for effective communication and collaboration with cross-functional teams, ensuring adherence to safety standards and enhancing operational efficiency.

Overview

9
9
years of post-secondary education
12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Machinist

BNSF Railway
Livingston
01.2024 - Current

Repair, service, maintain locomotives and other railroad equipment. Operate lifting equipment, over head cranes, hostelling equipment and locomotives within mechanical limits.

  • Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
  • Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
  • Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.

Machinist

Montana Rail Link Inc.
Livingston
10.2018 - 01.2024

Service, repair, maintain locomotives and railroad equipment. Hostel duties, use of railroad equipment and tools.

  • Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow processes.
  • Interpreted technical drawings and blueprints for accurate production.
  • Implemented safety protocols to promote a secure work environment.
  • Trained new employees on equipment operation and safety standards.
  • Operated forklift to place finished products on skids and transport to warehouse.
  • Maintained quality and safety standards; kept records of maintenance and repair work.

M.O.W track department

BNSF Railway
Fort Worth
06.2014 - 10.2018

Inspect and repair worn/broken rail and railroad structures.

Build and maintain railroad track systems and foundations.

Work independently or with a crew using hand tools, power tools, and railroad equipment.

Operated various track equipment, heavy construction equipment, D.O.T trucks.

Education

Certified Welder - Welding Program

College of The Canyons
Valencia, CA
08.1998 - 06.1999

12B Combat Engineer

U.S Army
10.1992 - 10.1996

Shelby High School
Shelby, MT
08.1988 - 06.1992

Skills

  • Heavy machinery operation
  • Equipment maintenance
  • Machine operation
  • Machine maintenance
  • Preventive Maintenance
  • Technical drawing interpretation
  • Mechanical troubleshooting
  • Tool selection
  • Caliper use
  • Safety protocol implementation
  • Quality control standards
  • Railroad inspection
  • Workflow optimization
  • Record keeping
  • Employee training
  • Team collaboration
  • Cross-functional teamwork
  • Support and guidance
  • Problem solving
  • Attention to detail
  • Effective communication
  • Quality control
  • Machine operation
  • Welding knowledge
  • Quality control

Timeline

Machinist

BNSF Railway
01.2024 - Current

Machinist

Montana Rail Link Inc.
10.2018 - 01.2024

M.O.W track department

BNSF Railway
06.2014 - 10.2018

Certified Welder - Welding Program

College of The Canyons
08.1998 - 06.1999

12B Combat Engineer

U.S Army
10.1992 - 10.1996

Shelby High School
08.1988 - 06.1992
Aaron Norman