Alliston Higgs
Freeport,NY
Summary
Skilled Car Repairman with a proven track record at Long Island Railroad, showcasing exceptional troubleshooting expertise and a collaborative spirit. Mastered electrical repairs and vehicle maintenance, enhancing team efficiency by 30%. Demonstrates soldering precision and effective communication, ensuring peak operational performance and safety standards.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Car Repairman
Long Island Railroad
Jamaica, NY
04.1998 - 11.2023
- Followed all safety procedures while performing repairs in accordance with company policies and regulations.
- Inspected materials and equipment regularly to check for potential hazards and machine defects.
- Routinely inspected equipment for preventive and emergency maintenance needs.
- Worked with the senior technician to inspect and validate repair parts.
- Ordered replacement parts as needed for repairs or preventive maintenance activities.
- Repaired and maintained various types of machinery, including electrical and plumbing systems.
- Trained junior repair personnel on proper repair techniques and methods.
- Replaced worn or defective parts on machines using hand tools and power tools.
- Reassembled equipment, completing inspections, testing or repairs.
- Replaced worn or defective parts in accordance with manufacturer's specifications.
- Troubleshot malfunctions and diagnosed issues to service equipment quickly and fully.
- Repaired and performed quality testing of products to meet established specifications.
- Maintained equipment performance by cleaning and lubricating components.
- Repaired equipment and tools in alignment with promised deadlines.
- Inspected tools, equipment, and work areas for safety hazards.
Ramp Agent
Trans World Airlines
Jamaica, NY
06.1996 - 04.1998
- Assisted passengers with special needs or requests regarding their baggage.
- Assisted passengers with special needs including wheelchairs, strollers, and other mobility aids.
- Assisted passengers in finding their lost luggage at baggage claim areas.
- Ensured safe and efficient loading and unloading of aircraft luggage and cargo.
- Verified correct labeling of containers containing hazardous materials for transport on planes.
- Utilized two-way radio communication systems to communicate between ramp agents and pilots and ground crew personnel.
- Inspected aircraft interiors prior to take-off for any hazards or debris that could cause damage during flight.
- Reviewed work orders before starting work to determine necessary materials and meet deadlines.
- Handled passenger luggage, mail and cargo in accordance with safety and privacy protocols.
- Loaded and unloaded aircrafts with baggage, cargo, and mail safely and efficiently.
- Resolved issues related to misplaced or lost baggage.
- Updated and maintained accurate records of baggage and cargo handling activities.
- Prepared detailed reports summarizing activities performed during shift.
- Checked cargo before transportation and determined if items adhered to proper regulation standards.
- Loaded and unloaded baggage and other cargo, transporting to and from aircraft.
- Followed organizational procedures to stack and store cargo in transit sheds, ship holds and warehouses.
- Collaborated with customs and security personnel to facilitate smooth cargo inspections.
- Operated conveyor belts, push-back tractors and aircraft tugs daily.
- Worked in various weather conditions to ensure continuous airport operations.
- Communicated effectively with ground crew members to ensure smooth operation of flights.
- Collected, sorted and checked baggage tags against flight lists.
- Checked flight manifests to ensure accuracy of luggage loaded onto planes.
- Worked closely with air traffic control personnel to coordinate safe movement of planes on the taxiway.
- Placed bins, carts and containers in convenient locations to assist with loading efficiency.
- Operated ground support equipment, such as tugs, conveyor belts, and forklifts.
- Coordinated day-to-day schedules, tasks and positions for ground crew.
- Packed boxes and stock using organizational guidelines.
- Collaborated with other movers when loading large equipment to prevent potential accidents.
- Provided customer service assistance by answering inquiries from passengers regarding arrival and departure times and gate information.
- Loaded and unloaded aircraft cargo, passenger baggage and freight.
- Placed bracing, straps and other protective devices onto items in transit to prevent damage.
- Performed pre-flight maintenance checks such as tire pressure and fuel levels on ground service equipment.
- Connected electrical power units and service hoses to aircraft.
- Maintained on-time connections by guiding aircraft to and from gate positions.
- Ensured proper weight balance on aircrafts by placing heavy items in the aft of the plane.
- Monitored and reported any irregularities in baggage or cargo, such as damaged goods.
Limousine Driver
BLS Limousine Service
Astoria, NY
03.1996 - 09.1996
- Communicated with dispatchers by radio, telephone or computer to exchange information and receive requests for passenger service.
- Adhered to traffic laws and regulations while driving passengers safely from one location to another.
- Responded promptly to customer inquiries regarding route information or changes in itinerary.
- Assisted customers with luggage loading and unloading when necessary.
- Relayed location information to dispatch service and checked on next appointments.
- Provided friendly customer service by engaging in polite conversation with passengers during trips if desired.
- Followed company policies regarding safe driving practices such as speed limits, seat belt use.
- Greeted customers upon arrival at their destination with professionalism and courtesy.
- Reviewed reservations before leaving dispatch office in order to determine passenger needs.
- Completed individual and business documentation on-time and with minimal errors.
- Completed accident reports and delivered to supervisor.
- Remained up-to-date on local attractions and points of interest that could be recommended to passengers.
- Monitored road conditions during trips to detect potential hazards or delays along the way.
- Applied knowledge of GPS mapping and local traffic conditions to plan efficient, disruption-free routes.
Education
Associate of Science - Police Science & Government
John Jay College of Criminal Justice
New York, NY09-1994
High School Diploma -
New York State Education Department
New York, NY06-1991
Skills
- Carpentry abilities
- Soldering techniques
- Electrical repairs
- Vehicle maintenance
- Troubleshooting expertise
- Lighting installation
- Power tool operation
- Experience operating machines
Timeline
Car Repairman
Long Island Railroad
04.1998 - 11.2023
Ramp Agent
Trans World Airlines
06.1996 - 04.1998
Limousine Driver
BLS Limousine Service
03.1996 - 09.1996
Associate of Science - Police Science & Government
John Jay College of Criminal Justice
High School Diploma -
New York State Education Department