Arron Sims
Amarillo,TX
Summary
Employee dedicated to 27+ years of injury freeze safety through the BNSF railroad. Prepared to help improve safety and communication skills between employees and company to deliver safer operating environment for employees and smooth operations and better communication.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Engineer
BNSF
Amarillo, TX
1999.03 - Current
- Followed railway safety procedures and emergency response protocols
- Adhered to timetable requirements and route instructions from dispatch
- Reported mechanical faults and rail hazards to maintenance teams
- Coordinated with station staff and rail operations personnel
- Monitored signals along the track to ensure compliance with railway traffic control laws.
- Responded quickly to any issues that arose during trips such as mechanical failures or medical emergencies.
- Conducted pre-trip and post-trip inspections of locomotives and equipment.
- Coordinated with maintenance teams to ensure locomotives and equipment are in optimal condition.
- Utilized railway network knowledge to navigate and operate trains efficiently.
- Assisted in the training and mentoring of new train drivers and support staff.
- Monitored train conditions and systems using onboard diagnostics and manual checks.
- Adhered strictly to railway operating procedures regarding speed limits and braking distances.
- Operated signals and switches for track changes and route alignments.
- Responded to emergency situations and mechanical failures, implementing standard safety protocols.
- Analyzed and adapted to weather conditions and environmental challenges to maintain safety and schedule.
- Notified dispatchers immediately if there was an issue preventing the train from continuing its journey.
- Managed fuel and energy consumption to optimize efficiency and reduce environmental impact.
- Advocated for continuous improvement in safety practices and operational procedures.
- Examined locomotive gauges regularly for indications of engine malfunction or overuse.
- Monitored and adjusted to traffic conditions and reroutes.
- Coordinated with dispatchers and other rail personnel to ensure clear communication and operational efficiency.
- Maintained accurate records of train movements, incidents, and maintenance issues.
- Reported any irregularities or discrepancies encountered during trips to supervisors.
- Performed minor maintenance tasks and troubleshooting of locomotive systems.
- Conducted movement of rail cars and overall train and completed or verified air couplings and electrical connections between locomotives.
- Drove trains and operated engines and handled mechanical train operations.
- Prepared reports noting accidents, signal issues, unscheduled stops and delays to streamline future performance.
- Manually controlled throttles and air brakes for electric, diesel-electric, steam, or gas turbine-electric engines.
Education
Tascosa High School
Amarillo, TXSkills
- Locomotive operation
- Brake control
- Signal monitoring
- Rail diagnostics
Interpersonal communication
Timeline
Engineer
BNSF
1999.03 - Current
Tascosa High School