Brandon Falcon
Thibodaux,LA
Summary
At this stage in my career I am a seasoned Industrial Locomotive Engineer and Switchman\Conductor with over 3 years of experience and zero behavior related incidents. I am self-motivated to continue advancing myself in this career field while trying to secure a better salary in order to provide more for my family.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Locomotive Engineer / Rail Switchman
Loadstar
10.2023 - Current
- Improved rail safety by conducting thorough pre-trip inspections and adhering to industry regulations.
- Strengthened communication between crew members through regular briefings and debriefings, fostering a collaborative work environment.
- Promoted a culture of safety by consistently enforcing company policies and procedures for all crew members.
- Assisted in training new Locomotive Engineers, sharing knowledge and best practices for optimal job performance.
- Maximized productivity by effectively managing time and resources while on duty, resulting in high levels of customer satisfaction.
- Collaborated with track maintenance teams to identify potential hazards or areas requiring repairs before incidents occurred.
- Inspected locomotives for operational readiness by making FRA and company-required checks and tests.
Railroad Leadman
Excel Group
06.2021 - 10.2023
- Increased safety awareness with regular safety meetings and adherence to industry guidelines.
- Assisted in employee training, boosting their skills and knowledge base for enhanced job performance.
- Established clear communication channels to foster teamwork and collaboration among team members.
- Prioritized tasks based on deadline requirements, ensuring timely completion of assignments without compromising quality.
- Contributed to problem-solving efforts, identifying root causes of issues and implementing effective solutions.
- Trained and mentored new employees to enable safe and efficient job performance.
- Followed applicable safety and health policies and procedures to promote crew safety and minimize accidents.
- Checked equipment to determine if maintenance was required.
Locomotive Engineer
Petroleum Service Corporation SGS
02.2020 - 02.2021
- Improved rail safety by conducting thorough pre-trip inspections and adhering to industry regulations.
- Enhanced operational efficiency by maintaining locomotive equipment and troubleshooting issues as they arose.
- Reduced fuel consumption with strategic train handling techniques, resulting in significant cost savings.
- Promoted a culture of safety by consistently enforcing company policies and procedures for all crew members.
- Optimized locomotive performance through regular preventive maintenance, minimizing unscheduled downtime.
- Assisted in training new Locomotive Engineers, sharing knowledge and best practices for optimal job performance.
- Collaborated with track maintenance teams to identify potential hazards or areas requiring repairs before incidents occurred.
Education
High School Diploma -
Assumption High School
Napoleonville, LA05.2017
Skills
- Electric Freight Locomotives
- Two-Way Communication Device Use
- Refueling
- Brake Examination Tests
- Yard Operations
- Engine Tests
- Car Coupling
- Switching Maneuvers
- On-Board Inspections
- Incident Reports
- Track Switch Operation
- Safety Rules and Regulations
- Regulatory Compliance
- Attention to Detail
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Train Operation Expertise
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Locomotive Troubleshooting
- Fuel Efficiency Optimization
- Time Management Abilities
- Continuous Learning Mindset
- Problem Solving Abilities
- Train Control Systems
- Track Switching Techniques
- Braking System Knowledge
- Communication and Coordination
- Mechanical Aptitude
- Safety Procedures
- Heavy Machinery Operation
- Accident Reporting
- Preventive Maintenance
- Safety Monitoring
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Locomotive Engineer / Rail Switchman
Loadstar
10.2023 - Current
Railroad Leadman
Excel Group
06.2021 - 10.2023
Locomotive Engineer
Petroleum Service Corporation SGS
02.2020 - 02.2021
High School Diploma -
Assumption High School
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