Abraham Lopez
Experienced Yard Master
Melbourne,FL
Summary
Dedicated Yard Master with over 9 years of experience in supervising yard operations and ensuring safety compliance. Proficient in problem-solving and team coordination, contributing to improved workflows and operational reporting.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Yard Master
SoCal Ramp Services
Mira Loma
08.2016 - 03.2026
- Supervised daily yard operations to ensure efficient movement of cargo.
- Conducted daily vehicle inspections to identify mechanical defects and ensure operational readiness.
- Followed corporate, departmental and regulatory operations and safety standards to minimize accidents and vehicle damage.
- Observed yard traffic to determine track availability to accommodate inbound and outbound traffic.
- Communicated with dispatchers regarding trains' routes, timetables and cargoes.
- Arranged removal of defective cars from trains at stations or stops.
- Coordinated with team members to manage freight loading and unloading schedules.
- Implemented safety protocols to maintain a secure working environment.
- Trained new staff on yard procedures and equipment operation techniques.
- Monitored inventory levels and organized material storage to enhance accessibility and streamline operations.
- Conducted regular inspections of yard equipment for maintenance needs.
- Collaborated with management to improve operational workflows and processes.
- Maintained records related to arrival and departure times, delays due to mechanical issues.
- Ensured compliance with Federal Railroad Administration regulations pertaining to safety standards for railway equipment and personnel.
- Resolved conflicts between employees by providing guidance on proper techniques for handling difficult situations.
- Monitored train arrivals, departures, and switch movements in order to coordinate yard activities.
- Inspected tracks for defects or obstructions to ensure safety of trains operating within the yard.
- Created detailed reports on daily operational activities including track occupancy, car counts, engine assignments.
- Communicated with other railroads regarding incoming and outgoing traffic schedules through radio transmissions or telephone calls.
- Provided technical advice to other departments regarding switching operations and routing methods for freight shipments.
- Planned maintenance repairs on tracks, engines, or other equipment to ensure operational efficiency.
- Worked closely with supervisors from other departments to ensure accurate tracking of deliveries within the yard.
- Directed the movement of rail cars to and from tracks, yards, sidings, and industrial spurs.
- Coordinated with local authorities regarding construction projects that may affect normal operations within the yard.
- Developed effective communication strategies between different departments to facilitate smooth flow of work processes.
- Assisted in developing short-term plans for managing traffic congestion during peak hours at the yard.
- Supervised team of railroad workers in loading, unloading, and coupling operations to maintain workflow efficiency.
Education
GED -
Brevard Adult School
Melbourne, FL12-2026
Skills
- Yard operations supervision
- Railroad operations management
- Freight management
- Train scheduling
- Yard switching
- Switching coordination
- Safety compliance
- Safety regulations compliance
- Emergency procedures
- Vehicle inspection
- Locomotive inspection
- Freight inspection
- Equipment maintenance
- Operational reporting
- Process improvement
- Decision-making
- Problem solving
- Analytical thinking
- Inventory organization
- Team coordination
- Crew management
- Team leadership qualities
- Multi-tasking skills
- Goal setting
- Effective communication
- Active listening
- Mechanical tools
- Goal setting
- Emergency procedures
Languages
English
Professional
Spanish
Limited
Certification
Yard Conductor/Engineer
Timeline
Yard Master
SoCal Ramp Services
08.2016 - 03.2026
GED -
Brevard Adult School