Brion Stratman
Shreveport,LA
Summary
Focused locomotive engineer with 9 years of experience supporting daily needs in railroad yard and train traffic management. Effective team player when helping with switching, coupling cars and managing traffic signals. Talented at helping trains remain on schedule by working quickly and coordinating with other yard workers, Yardmaster and Conductors.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Locomotive Engineer
CPKC
12.2015 - Current
- Inspected locomotives for operational readiness by making FRA and company-required checks and tests.
- Worked with conductors and assistants to drive locomotives safely.
- Inspected locomotives before and after runs.
- Operated locomotives to transport freight and other materials.
- Moved controls such as throttles and air brakes to drive electric, diesel-electric, locomotives.
- Interpreted and relayed hand and lantern signals affecting movement of train and controlled speed and clearance distance of cars.
- Examined locomotives to verify adequate fuel, sand, water and other supplies before each run.
- Climbed on and off train cars to set or release hand brakes, couple and uncouple air hoses between rail cars and remove and replace broken knuckles.
- Maneuvered locomotives to transport freight between stations.
- Observed tracks to detect obstructions such as broken rail switches lined improperly.
- Communicated with dispatchers about train cargo and timetables.
- Implemented safe environment and adherence to guidelines of company safety policies and procedures..
Conductor/Engineer Teacher
CPKC
07.2022 - 05.2023
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
- Onboarded new employees with training and new hire documentation.
- Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
Train Conductor
CPKC
04.2013 - 12.2015
- Communicated with train dispatchers to obtain and adjust directions.
- Made public announcements on routes and delays.
- Maintained strict schedules for cargo.
- Prepared forms, required reports, switch lists and train orders daily.
- Inspected train in motion and stationary to determine proper functionality.
- Communicated through various methods to conduct train movement.
- Negotiated and directed train and rail cars movement.
- Signaled crew members, utilizing hand or flag signals, radio communications and lantern.
- Performed air brake and electrical connection coupling.
Master Equipment Operator
Fort Bend County Drainage District
04.1993 - 04.2013
- Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
- Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
- Used forklifts, hand trucks, scissor lifts, and other equipment to move materials around work sites and organized according to need.
- Trained in diverse pieces of equipment and useful attachments to handle team needs.
- Maintained and cleaned equipment after each job and inspected.
- Communicated with ground team members and fellow operators to prevent safety hazards and keep materials moving.
- Maintained strict adherence to safety and quality standards while operating equipment in dynamic environmental conditions.
- Drove vehicles to and from work sites and maintained clean driving record.
- Completed minor repairs and replacements of equipment parts to restore functionality.
- Completed diligent equipment inspections, repairs, and maintenance actions to prolong life of each piece of machinery.
- Graded earth and smoothed surfaces as part of projects or finish work.
- Operated commercial vehicle to transport equipment and job-specific machinery to and from job sites.
- Assisted with safe materials transport between work sites to reduce downtime.
- Utilized GPS systems to accurately survey and grade terrain for worksite preparation.
- Followed safety protocols while operating machinery.
- Operated heavy equipment to move large quantities of dirt and debris.
- Monitored fuel, oil and water levels of heavy equipment.
- Loaded and moved materials such as dirt and rocks based on specific job needs.
- Loaded and unloaded construction materials on site.
- Assessed work sites daily for potential hazards.
- Performed preventive maintenance to prolong life of equipment.
- Adhered to instructions from supervisors and engineers onsite.
- Inspected and maintained heavy equipment used in construction projects.
- Adjusted soil levels and grade land for construction projects.
- Used cranes and hoists to move large objects.
- Employed bulldozers, loaders and backhoes for construction projects.
Education
High School Diploma -
BF Terry High School/
Rosenberg, TX09.1989
Skills
- Regulatory Compliance
- On-Board Inspections
- Incident Reports
- Emergency Response
- Department of Transportation Regulations
- Brake Control Operation
- Switching Maneuvers
- Engine Tests
- Railroad Signaling Understanding
- Locomotive Troubleshooting
- Track Switching Techniques
- Train Control Systems
- Interpersonal Communication
- Time Management Abilities
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Braking System Knowledge
- Equipment Inspection Abilities
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Attention to Detail
- Problem Solving Abilities
- Continuous Learning Mindset
- Train Operation Expertise
- Fuel Efficiency Optimization
- Freight Handling Knowledge
- Coupling and Uncoupling
- Heavy Machine Operation
- Transportation Regulations
- Accident Reporting
Timeline
Conductor/Engineer Teacher
CPKC
07.2022 - 05.2023
Locomotive Engineer
CPKC
12.2015 - Current
Train Conductor
CPKC
04.2013 - 12.2015
Master Equipment Operator
Fort Bend County Drainage District
04.1993 - 04.2013
High School Diploma -
BF Terry High School/