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Work History
Education
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Blake Desiderio

Train Engineer
Lafayette,United States

Summary

Accomplished Train Engineer with a proven track record at RJ Corman Railroad Services, adept in Quality Assurance and Critical Thinking. Excelled in delivering projects efficiently, surpassing safety standards, and fostering teamwork. Renowned for exceptional problem-solving and communication skills, ensuring operational excellence and safety compliance in fast-paced environments.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Security Officer

St. James Hospital
05.2002 - 12.2002
  • Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
  • Acted quickly during emergency situations to reduce opportunity for damage and injury.
  • Patrolled and monitored premises in company vehicle, on bicycle, and by foot.
  • Provided excellent customer service while addressing visitor inquiries or concerns related to facility safety or access control procedures.

Security Officer

Allied Tube
08.2001 - 12.2002

Security

Train Engineer

Prairie Line
03.2023 - 10.2024
  • Engineer
  • Conductor
  • Operate Locomotive
  • Deliver cars and retrieve cars for outbound freight
  • Achieved successful project outcomes by maintaining accurate documentation and meeting strict deadlines.

Operator

Sonoco
03.2022 - 03.2023
  • Operated various types of machinery, demonstrating versatility and adaptability in diverse work environments.
  • Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing strict adherence to safety guidelines and protocols.
  • Fork lift operator
  • Member of the Safety Committee

Train Engineer

RJ Corman Railroad Services
05.2017 - 03.2022
  • Train Conductor
  • Train Engineer
  • Deliver and retrieve cars for outbound freight.
  • Achieved successful project outcomes by maintaining accurate documentation and meeting strict deadlines.
  • Reduced project completion time with efficient resource allocation and effective communication strategies.
  • Member of the Safety Committee 05/2017-03/2022

Bus Driver

American Bus Company
08.2016 - 05.2017
  • Class B Driver's License
  • Driver for special needs children
  • Kept bus interiors clean and tidy to provide comfortable passenger environments.
  • Completed pre- and post-trip bus inspections for safe passenger transportation.
  • Maintained a clean and sanitary bus interior by regularly inspecting for cleanliness, removing trash, and reporting necessary repairs to management.
  • Operated bus and navigation equipment in alignment with company safety, DOT, and local traffic standards and regulations.

Landscaping and Grounds Maintenance Laborer

Desiderio Landscaping
03.2016 - 12.2016
  • Certified in general standards, Rite-a-way, Turf grass and retaining blocks.
  • Class C Driver's License


Conductor/ Enginer

Intermodal Services America
12.2011 - 12.2015
  • Train Conductor
  • Train Engineer

Conductor/Remote Control Operator

Norfolk Southern Railroad
12.2002 - 10.2011
  • Train Conductor
  • Remote Control Operator
  • Performed daily inspections on switches.
  • Prepared forms, required reports, switch lists and train orders daily.
  • Communicated through various methods to conduct train movement.


Education

No Degree - Train Conductor

Norfolk Southern Conductor Training Facility
McDonough, GA
02.2003 - 03.2003

No Degree - Engineer Training

Norfolk Southern Engineer Training
McDonough, GA
09.2011 - 10.2011

High School Diploma -

Bloom Trail High School
Chicago Heights, IL
06.1984

Skills

  • Quality Control
  • Quality Assurance Controls
  • Machine Learning
  • Environmental Compliance
  • Problem-Solving
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Critical Thinking
  • Team building
  • Attention to Detail
  • Troubleshooting
  • Excellent Communication
  • Multitasking
  • Problem Resolution
  • Active Listening
  • Quality Assurance
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Decision-Making
  • Time Management

Additional Information

United States Navy 4/1987-4/1991

Stationed aboard the USS Merrill DD-976

Gunner's Mate- Guns E/4

Duties also included security on board naval warship



Work Preference

Work Type

Full Time

Work Location

On-Site

Important To Me

Career advancementWork-life balanceCompany CultureHealthcare benefitsPaid time offStock Options / Equity / Profit Sharing401k matchPaid sick leaveTeam Building / Company Retreats

Timeline

Train Engineer

Prairie Line
03.2023 - 10.2024

Operator

Sonoco
03.2022 - 03.2023

Train Engineer

RJ Corman Railroad Services
05.2017 - 03.2022

Bus Driver

American Bus Company
08.2016 - 05.2017

Landscaping and Grounds Maintenance Laborer

Desiderio Landscaping
03.2016 - 12.2016

Conductor/ Enginer

Intermodal Services America
12.2011 - 12.2015

No Degree - Engineer Training

Norfolk Southern Engineer Training
09.2011 - 10.2011

No Degree - Train Conductor

Norfolk Southern Conductor Training Facility
02.2003 - 03.2003

Conductor/Remote Control Operator

Norfolk Southern Railroad
12.2002 - 10.2011

Security Officer

St. James Hospital
05.2002 - 12.2002

Security Officer

Allied Tube
08.2001 - 12.2002

High School Diploma -

Bloom Trail High School
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