Casey Rodgers
Olathe,KS
Summary
Detail-oriented team player and safety minded. Have over 20+ years of knowledge of railroad operating practices, rules, and procedures. Have extensive experience in investigations and report writing from working as a Police Officer and Detective. Have experience and knowledge of medical treatment from numerous years of being a certified Emergency Medical Technician in the State of Kansas.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Locomotive Engineer
Union Pacific Railroad
Kansas City, MO
11.2002 - Current
- Skillfully operated multiple types of locomotives while adhering to the railroads operating practices, rules, and procedures.
- Promote a culture of safety by consistently following the rules and assisting new employees, especially as they relate to safety issues and rules.
- Improved rail safety by conducting thorough pre-trip inspections of locomotives for operational readiness by making FRA and company-required checks, tests and written reports of any defects.
- Assisted in training new Locomotive Engineers, sharing knowledge and best practices for optimal job performance. Instruct and help new employees on understanding and appling General Code of Operating Rules.
Manager of Operating Practices
Union Pacific Railroad
Dallas, TX
02.2011 - 08.2011
- Evaluated employees' performance to determine the level of knowledge, and compliance for locomotive engineers and conductors. Would coach and train employees when needed to ensure they where knowledgeable of the General Code of Operating Rules, and Federal Regulations relating to Locomotives, Signals, and Operating Practices.
- Instructed General Code of Operating Rules class for current employees. Which consisted of instructions on hours of service, accident reporting, blue signal protection for employees, air brake rules, rear end markers, proper radio communication, and railroad employee qualifications and testing.
- Assisted in accident investigations involving rail equipment incidents in the Dallas, Texas area. Investigated and reported minor to major derailments, rail-vehicle accidents, and rail-pedestrian incidents.
- Organized my work load and programs to meet deadlines and goals, while managing 76 engineers. Monitored a BIT "break-in-two" initiative on the Mineola subdivision which had numerous issues due to the diverse terrain. Was able to work with several engineer on train control through this area to lower BIT's by 30% in a month.
Police Officer/Detective
Ottawa Police Department
Ottawa, KS
07.1996 - 10.2002
- Enforced laws and regulations to maintain public safety and order.
- Conducted thorough investigations of incidents, gathering evidence and interviewing witnesses.
- Utilized excellent communication skills when interacting with diverse populations, fostering trust between law enforcement and the community members they serve.
- Secured crime scenes, gathered evidence, and questioned witnesses.
- Testified effectively in court, contributing to successful prosecutions of offenders.
- Maintained accurate case records and documentation, ensuring proper evidence handling and information sharing among relevant parties, while receiving 20-30 new cases weekly.
Education
Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice
Johnson County Community College
Overland Park, KS12.1994
Skills
- Time management
- Verbal and written communication
- Documentation and reporting
- Evidence collection protocols
- Crime scene preservation
- Investigative skills
Timeline
Manager of Operating Practices
Union Pacific Railroad
02.2011 - 08.2011
Locomotive Engineer
Union Pacific Railroad
11.2002 - Current
Police Officer/Detective
Ottawa Police Department
07.1996 - 10.2002
Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice
Johnson County Community College