Charles Goeschel
Franklin,OH
Summary
Accomplished Manager of Train Operations with a proven track record at CSX Railroad, first priority being safety, enhancing customer satisfaction and streamlining operations. Expert in leadership and railroad experience, demonstrated through successful vendor negotiations and conflict resolution. Spearheaded initiatives that significantly improved operational safety, efficiency and team performance, showcasing a strong ability to manage time and learn rapidly. Progressed from Conductor to Locomotive Engineer. Ultimately entering management promoted from Manager of Train Operations Terminal to Line of Road.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Manager of Train Operations
CSX Railroad
Middletown, OH
08.2023 - Current
- Maintains a strong safety record.
- Provided guidance on company policies and procedures to resolve conflicts between employees.
- Ensured the timely delivery of goods and services to manage customer relationships.
- Established processes to ensure an efficient workflow.
- Provided leadership in times of organizational change, or crisis situations.
- Conducted efficiency tests for safety.
Manager of Train Operations
CSX Railroad
Nashville, TN
08.2022 - 08.2023
- Oversaw daily operations, maintaining efficiency and safety standards.
- Conducted performance evaluations, providing feedback and coaching for team development.
- Managed time effectively to ensure hump numbers and pull efficiency in the bowl.
Assitant Trainmaster
Fox Valley/GDLK Railroad
Newberry, MI
09.2021 - 08.2022
- Startup of Newberry terminal beginning in January 2022
- Oversee 110 miles of track with 4 industries and interchanges with Canadian National.
- Maintained communication with customers regarding scheduling changes or delays due to weather conditions or mechanical issues.
- Prepared progress reports detailing daily activities, such as switching operations, blockage clearances, and track inspections.
Conductor
Canadian Pacific/CMQ
Brownville, ME
01.2021 - 09.2021
- Communicate with dispatch personnel, receiving instructions and notifications regarding track obstructions, routes, and timetables.
- Coordinate track switching, car coupling, and uncoupling.
- Followed dispatcher instructions for managing train itineraries and freight specifics.
- Use radio or hand signals to communicate with engineers.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable railroad rules and regulations.
Conductor
Canadian Pacific
Portage, WI
08.2018 - 01.2021
- Directed execution of planned train configurations, communicating with engineers to arrange movement of cars.
- Document train care data, including car contents, and destinations.
- Complete car and equipment inspections prior to travel and during routes.
- Protect company and customer data by follow information policies.
Education
High School Diploma -
Maplewood Baptist Academy
Kinross, MI05-2017
Some College (No Degree) -
Lakeland University
Plymouth, WISkills
- Safety
- Leadership
- Railroad experience
- Time Management
- Ability & Eagerness to Learn
- Operations management
- Conflict resolution
Certification
- Conductor Qualified
- Engineer Qualified
- Manager of Train Operations
References
- Mathew Callaway-General Manager Southwest
- Brandon Hinton-Superintendent Columbus OH
- Jarrett Yates-Assistant Superintendent Cincinnati OH
- Cecil Smith-Assistant Superintendent Cumberland MD
- Jason Tardy-Assistant Superintendent Nashville TN
Timeline
Manager of Train Operations
CSX Railroad
08.2023 - Current
Manager of Train Operations
CSX Railroad
08.2022 - 08.2023
Assitant Trainmaster
Fox Valley/GDLK Railroad
09.2021 - 08.2022
Conductor
Canadian Pacific/CMQ
01.2021 - 09.2021
Conductor
Canadian Pacific
08.2018 - 01.2021
- Conductor Qualified
- Engineer Qualified
- Manager of Train Operations
High School Diploma -
Maplewood Baptist Academy
Some College (No Degree) -
Lakeland University
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