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Bradley Morris

Abilene,TX

Summary

Locomotive Engineer with 12+ years of experience ensuring safe and timely freight transport while adhering to regulations. Proven track record in training new engineers, optimizing routes, and managing emergency situations. Skilled in mechanical maintenance, conflict resolution, and operational efficiency, with a strong focus on teamwork and safety management.

Professional transportation expert prepared to handle responsibilities of operating and maintaining locomotives. Known for ensuring safe and efficient train operations and resolving mechanical issues promptly. Committed to team collaboration and adapting to changing operational needs with reliability and flexibility. Skilled in safety protocols, mechanical troubleshooting, and effective communication.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Locomotive Engineer

Union Pacific Railroad
12.2012 - 07.2024
  • Operated locomotives for safe and timely freight transport, ensuring compliance with regulations.
  • Managed emergency situations effectively, minimizing delays and maintaining safety standards.
  • Trained new engineers, enhancing team performance and operational efficiency.
  • Conducted routine inspections and maintenance, reducing mechanical failures and downtime.
  • Collaborated with dispatchers and crew to optimize routes and schedules, improving delivery times.

Deputy Sheriff

Johnson County Sheriff's Office
05.2008 - 12.2012
  • Ensured public safety through patrols, resulting in a 12% decrease in local crime rates.
  • Conducted thorough investigations, leading to the successful resolution of 75 cases.
  • Collaborated with community leaders to enhance neighborhood watch programs, improving community relations.
  • Executed arrest warrants and managed detainees, maintaining a secure environment.
  • Provided detailed reports and testified in court, contributing to a high conviction rate.

Police Officer

Godley Police Department
08.2007 - 05.2008
  • Enforced local laws and ordinances, ensuring community safety and reducing crime rates.
  • Responded to emergency calls, providing immediate assistance and resolving critical incidents.
  • Conducted thorough investigations, leading to successful case resolutions and arrests.
  • Collaborated with community members to build trust and promote public safety initiatives.

Diesel Mechanic

Averritt Express
08.2003 - 03.2007
  • Utilized hand tools and power tools to repair and maintain diesel engines according to industry standards.
  • Performed preventive maintenance on engines, transmissions, tires, and other vehicle systems.
  • Troubleshot and diagnosed problems with brakes, steering, and transmissions.
  • Completed checklist of fluid levels, air filter, tire pressure, and more as part of service orders.
  • Inspected and adjusted brakes, steering systems and wheel bearings to address related issues.
  • Reduced downtime for vehicles by diagnosing and repairing complex mechanical issues in a timely manner.

Diesel Mechanic

Forth Worth Freightliner
12.2001 - 06.2003
  • Utilized hand tools and power tools to repair and maintain diesel engines according to industry standards.
  • Performed preventive maintenance on engines, transmissions, tires, and other vehicle systems.
  • Troubleshot and diagnosed problems with brakes, steering, and transmissions.
  • Completed checklist of fluid levels, air filter, tire pressure, and more as part of service orders.
  • Maintained detailed records of all repairs, parts replacements, and services performed for reference during future work.
  • Examined engines, transmissions and vehicle systems to diagnose issues.
  • Troubleshot electrical system issues accurately to reduce the likelihood of recurring problems down the line.
  • Installed new systems and components in vehicles.
  • Contributed to a positive work environment with strong interpersonal skills, teamwork abilities, and effective communication among colleagues and supervisors alike.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - undefined

New Mexico Military Institute
Roswell, NM
05.2024

Basic Peace Officer Certification - Texas Basic Peace Office Course

Cedar Valley College
Lancaster, TX
08.2007

Intermediate Automotive Maintenance Course - Advanced Diesel Mechanics

Logistics Operations School, Marine Corps Combat Service Support School, Training and Education
Camp LeJeune, NC
02.2001

Automotive Organizational Maintenance Course - Fundamentals of Diesel Mechanics

Logistics Operations School, Marine Corps Combat Service Support School, Training and Education
Camp LeJeune, NC
06.2000

Skills

  • Report Writing
  • Mechanical Maintenance
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Equipment Inspection
  • Operational Efficiency
  • Time Management
  • Safety Management
  • Critical Thinking

Hobbies and Interests

I enjoy gun smithing, working with reclaimed lumber, diesel mechanics for performance applications, and some lite to minor electrical work.

Training

  • Locomotive Engineer Basic, Mar 2015 - Sep 2024
  • Union Pacific Certification of Locomotive Engineering
  • Federal Railroad Administration conductor’s course, Dec 2012 - Apr 2013
  • Union Pacific Federal Railroad Conductor Course

Timeline

Locomotive Engineer

Union Pacific Railroad
12.2012 - 07.2024

Deputy Sheriff

Johnson County Sheriff's Office
05.2008 - 12.2012

Police Officer

Godley Police Department
08.2007 - 05.2008

Diesel Mechanic

Averritt Express
08.2003 - 03.2007

Diesel Mechanic

Forth Worth Freightliner
12.2001 - 06.2003

Associate of Applied Science - undefined

New Mexico Military Institute

Basic Peace Officer Certification - Texas Basic Peace Office Course

Cedar Valley College

Intermediate Automotive Maintenance Course - Advanced Diesel Mechanics

Logistics Operations School, Marine Corps Combat Service Support School, Training and Education

Automotive Organizational Maintenance Course - Fundamentals of Diesel Mechanics

Logistics Operations School, Marine Corps Combat Service Support School, Training and Education

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