Charles Koontz
Galloway
Summary
A hard-working and diligent rail foreman with extensive experience supervising maintenance operations and ensuring the safe, efficient performance of locomotives, and passenger car equipment. Proven ability to lead crews, enforce safety standards, and maintain high levels of reliability through careful inspection, repair, and coordination of daily work activities. Prior experience with diagnosing and repairing electrical issues.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Emergency Vehicle Technician
First Priority Group
Manchester, NJ
01.2025 - 08.2025
- Diagnosed and repaired emergency vehicle systems, ensuring operational readiness and compliance with safety standards
- Led training sessions for junior technicians on best practices in vehicle maintenance and safety protocols
- Developed comprehensive reports documenting repairs and inspections, contributing to improved tracking of vehicle performance history
Foreman Supervisor
Herzog Transit Services
Atlantic City, NJ
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Supervised daily operations and ensured quality to maintain punctual train schedules
- Performed the installation, repair, and inspection of equipment, electrical, plumbing, and/or track components while maintaining FRA, NJ Transit, and Herzog safety policies
- Completed daily reports and logs for incidents, events, and work progress to promote effective communication with the team
Car Inspector
Herzog Transit Services
Atlantic City, NJ
03.2022 - 05.2024
- Identified defects and assessed repair needs, providing detailed reports for maintenance teams
- Conducted maintenance and repairs on train cars to ensure optimal performance of braking and suspension systems
- Analyzed vehicle conditions through thorough inspections, guaranteeing alignment with FRA, NJ Transit, and Herzog safety protocols
Emergency Vehicle Technician (EVT)
Municipal Equipment Enterprise
Egg Harbor Township, NJ
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Diagnosed and repaired emergency vehicles to enhance reliability and performance
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot and resolve complex electrical issues
- Implemented and ensured safety protocols during maintenance to promote a safe working environment
Automotive Dismantler
A.A Auto Salvage
Williamstown, NJ
2019 - 2021
- Assisted in removing parts from vehicles using hand tools and power equipment
- Learned and followed safety protocols for automotive dismantling processes
- Collaborated with team members to streamline dismantling operations
- Supported inventory management by labeling and cataloging vehicle parts accurately
Education
High School Diploma -
Atlantic County Institute of Technology
Mays Landing, NJ06-2018
Skills
- Proficient in locomotive inspection, maintenance, and repair
- Experienced in working with rail machinery and equipment
- Effective time management in high-pressure, fast-paced environments
- Experienced with diesel engine maintenance
- Supervision and leadership skills
- Able to perform physically demanding tasks while maintaining federal and state safety standards
- Troubleshooting proficiency
Certification
Qualified Maintenance Person (QMP)
Blue Signal Protection
Timeline
Emergency Vehicle Technician
First Priority Group
01.2025 - 08.2025
Foreman Supervisor
Herzog Transit Services
05.2024 - 08.2024
Car Inspector
Herzog Transit Services
03.2022 - 05.2024
Emergency Vehicle Technician (EVT)
Municipal Equipment Enterprise
01.2021 - 01.2022
Automotive Dismantler
A.A Auto Salvage
2019 - 2021
High School Diploma -
Atlantic County Institute of Technology