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Christian Jarrell

Owasso,OK

Summary

Focused engineer with over 7 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

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Locomotive Engineer

BNSF Railway
02.2018 - 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.
  • Monitored gauges and meters to measure speed, amperage, battery charge and air pressure in brake lines and main reservoirs.
  • Checked speed and air pressure of locomotive at various points throughout route.
  • Operated locomotives to transport freight and other materials.
  • Implemented safe environment and adherence to guidelines of company safety policies and procedures..
  • Interpreted train orders, signals or railroad rules and regulations that governed locomotive operation.

Freight Conductor

BNSF Railway
02.2018 - Current
  • Performed air brake and electrical connection coupling.
  • Inspected train in motion and stationary to determine proper functionality.
  • Communicated with train dispatchers to obtain and adjust directions.
  • Signaled crew members, utilizing hand or flag signals, radio communications and lantern.
  • Prepared forms, required reports, switch lists and train orders daily.
  • Communicated through various methods to conduct train movement.
  • Performed daily inspections on switches.
  • Signaled to engineers regarding train stopping, starting, directional switches or emergencies.

Freight Conductor

Union Pacific
06.2017 - 02.2018
  • Performed air brake and electrical connection coupling.
  • Inspected train in motion and stationary to determine proper functionality.
  • Communicated with train dispatchers to obtain and adjust directions.
  • Signaled crew members, utilizing hand or flag signals, radio communications and lantern.
  • Cut, switched and supervised loading and unloading of railcars.
  • Prepared forms, required reports, switch lists and train orders daily.
  • Communicated through various methods to conduct train movement.
  • Performed daily inspections on switches.
  • Received information regarding train or rail problems from dispatchers or from electronic monitoring devices.
  • Signaled to engineers regarding train stopping, starting, directional switches or emergencies.

Railroad Track Laborer

Trac-Work Inc.
03.2016 - 06.2017
  • Cut back vegetation at key points along tracks to maintain adequate field of vision and safety standards for long-term use.
  • Cleaned around tracks and completed important repairs to achieve maintenance targets.
  • Adapted schedules and work timelines to meet productivity targets and maximize railway safety.
  • Sprayed ties, fishplates or joints with oil to protect from weathering.
  • Set machines to make accurate and precise adjustments to various track parts for durability, functionality and safe operations.
  • Repaired damaged track parts and welded new components to existing parts.
  • Designed and followed routes to inspect sections of track each day and plan appropriate repairs.
  • Ground ends of new or worn rails to attain smooth joints using portable grinders.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.

Education

High School Diploma -

Owasso High School
Owasso, OK
12.2015

Skills

  • Refueling
  • Diesel Engine Repair
  • Electric Freight Locomotives
  • Brake Examination Tests
  • Automatic Rail Switches
  • Two-Way Communication Device Use
  • Emergency Response
  • Switching Maneuvers
  • Incident Reports
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Department of Transportation Regulations
  • Yard Operations
  • Engine Tests

Certification

  • Certified locomotive engineer, BNSF Railway - 2020-current
  • Certified Conductor, BNSF Railway - 2018-current
  • Certified Conductor, Union Pacific Railroad - 2017-2018
  • Heavy Equipment Operator, Trac-Work Inc. - 2016-2017
  • OSHA, Trac-Work Inc. - 2016-2017
  • MSHA, Trac-Work Inc. - 2016-2017

Timeline

Locomotive Engineer

BNSF Railway
02.2018 - Current

Freight Conductor

BNSF Railway
02.2018 - Current

Freight Conductor

Union Pacific
06.2017 - 02.2018

Railroad Track Laborer

Trac-Work Inc.
03.2016 - 06.2017

High School Diploma -

Owasso High School

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