Carlos Antonio Herrera Villeda
Milwaukee,Wisconsin
Summary
Proven Maquinista De Locomotoras at CEPA-FENADESAL, adept in optimizing rail yard operations and enhancing safety protocols, leading to significant cost savings. Skilled in electrical and autogenous welding with an intermediate level of English, demonstrating strong technical proficiency and effective communication. Achieved high customer satisfaction through meticulous time and resource management.
Overview
48
48
years of professional experience
Work History
Agente De Seguridad
CEPA ( Comisión Ejecutiva Portuaria Autónoma)
01.2010 - 04.2024
Maquinista De Locomotoras
CEPA- FENADESAL
09.1976 - 10.2002
- Coordinated with yardmasters to ensure the efficient movement of trains within rail yards, optimizing space utilization and minimizing delays.
- Inspected locomotives before and after runs.
- Operated locomotives to transport freight and other materials.
- Examined locomotives to verify adequate fuel, sand, water and other supplies before each run.
- Assisted in training new Locomotive Engineers, sharing knowledge and best practices for optimal job performance.
- Reduced fuel consumption with strategic train handling techniques, resulting in significant cost savings.
- 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 or passengers between stations.
- Strengthened communication between crew members through regular briefings and debriefings, fostering a collaborative work environment.
- Checked speed and air pressure of locomotive at various points throughout route.
- Conferred with conductors and traffic control center personnel via radio phones to issue and receive information concerning stops, delays and oncoming trains.
- Worked with conductors and assistants to drive locomotives safely.
- Monitored gauges and meters to measure speed, amperage, battery charge and air pressure in brake lines and main reservoirs.
- Demonstrated a commitment to continuous improvement by participating in company-wide safety initiatives and attending regular training sessions.
- Quickly resolved technical issues related to locomotives'' mechanical systems, reducing potential delays or malfunctions during trips.
- Improved rail safety by conducting thorough pre-trip inspections and adhering to industry regulations.
- Maximized productivity by effectively managing time and resources while on duty, resulting in high levels of customer satisfaction.
- Increased punctuality by maintaining strict schedules and coordinating closely with dispatchers and other railway personnel.
- Promoted a culture of safety by consistently enforcing company policies and procedures for all crew members.
- Contributed to the development of emergency response plans for various scenarios involving derailments or hazardous materials spills.
- Moved controls such as throttles and air brakes to drive electric, diesel-electric, steam or gas-turbine-electric locomotives.
- Interpreted and relayed hand and lantern signals affecting movement of train and controlled speed and clearance distance of cars.
- Collaborated with track maintenance teams to identify potential hazards or areas requiring repairs before incidents occurred.
- Optimized locomotive performance through regular preventive maintenance, minimizing unscheduled downtime.
- Inspected locomotives for operational readiness by making FRA and company-required checks and tests.
- Enhanced operational efficiency by maintaining locomotive equipment and troubleshooting issues as they arose.
- Observed tracks to detect obstructions such as Type and Type obstructions.
- Monitored train-loading procedures to load and unload freight without damage.
- Interpreted train orders, signals or railroad rules and regulations that governed locomotive operation.
- Monitored gauges or meters that measured speed, amperage or air pressure in brake lines or main reservoirs.
- Received starting signals from conductors and used controls such as throttles or air brakes to drive electric, steam or gas turbine-electric locomotives.
- Conferred with conductors or traffic control center personnel via radiophones to issue or receive stops, delays or oncoming train information.
Education
Bachiller - General
Instituto De Modalidades Flexibles De Educación
Sonsonate, El Salvador, C.A.12.2010
Skills
* Auxiliar de soldadura eléctrica y autógena
* Mecánico obra de banco
* Conocimientos básicos de plomería
* Nivel intermedio de idioma Inglés
Accomplishments
- Successfully completed two-week security training program.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
Capacitación para funciones en Comité de Seguridad y Salud Ocupacional.
Impartido bajo la supervisión del Ministerio de Trabajo y Previsión Social.
Timeline
Agente De Seguridad
CEPA ( Comisión Ejecutiva Portuaria Autónoma)
01.2010 - 04.2024
Maquinista De Locomotoras
CEPA- FENADESAL
09.1976 - 10.2002
Bachiller - General
Instituto De Modalidades Flexibles De Educación
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