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Christopher Brown

Westmoreland,NH

Summary

truck driver with 20 years expirience of many different types of trailers and boom equipment.

Veteran transportation professional experienced with train and railyard operations and best practices. Proficient in switching cars, overseeing freight and maintaining safety.

Dedicated Train Conductor/ Engineer bringing 18 years of experience in the field and commitment to customer satisfaction. Excellent leadership, communication and problem-solving skills.

10 years accident free awards on new England central...

Safety-focused driver with outstanding work ethic with zero accidents.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience

Work History

Supervisor of Operations

first fleet transportation
Brattleboro, VT
08.2023 - Current
  • Monitored employee productivity levels to identify areas for improvement or additional resources needed.
  • Ensured compliance with all applicable laws, regulations and standards.
  • Maintained accurate records for tracking progress and performance of team members.
  • Coordinated with other departments to ensure smooth flow of work processes and communication.
  • Drive truck on occasion to deliver product to customers when needed.

Yard Hostler Driver

National Shunt Service
Brattleboro, VT
07.2022 - Current
  • Worked with loaders and supervisor to move assigned trucks and trailers from one location to another.
  • Conducted daily check on vehicle prior to shift start to identify mechanical defects.
  • Executed dock operations by switching trailers and equipment to and from docks.
  • Initiated yard checks to maintain inbound and outbound dock and staging areas.
  • Utilized yard management computer systems to input shift data.

Local Truck Driver

Lily Transportation Corp
Chesterfield, NH
10.2020 - 07.2022
  • Loaded truck efficiently and according to route plan for quick unloading at customer locations.
  • Picked up and dropped off items at as many as [Number] locations per day.
  • Unloaded freight with hand trucks, pallet jacks and team lifting strategies to avoid injury or product damage.
  • Maintained safe driving habits to protect property and general public on roadways.
  • Inspected trucks and trailers before and after trips and completed basic maintenance for optimal performance.
  • Inspected vehicle prior to and after completing shifts, noting damage or issues in detailed logs.

YardTruck Driver

National Shunt Llc
Brattleboro, VT
10.2016 - 10.2020
  • Exceeded specific team goals, partnering with staff to share and implement best practices. work with warehouse to move trailers in a timely manner. fuel trailers when necessary

Road Truck Driver

J.B. Hunt
Lowell, AR
10.2015 - 10.2016
  • Performed inspections and completed vehicle repairs
  • Observed all driving regulations and safety procedures, maintaining safe driving record over
  • Loaded, balanced and secured product to safely transport goods across new england

Road Truck Driver

Best Direct Route
Westminster, VT
08.2012 - 02.2015
  • Conducted vehicle inspections prior to and after every trip and performed minor repairs to keep truck functional
  • Inspected vehicle prior to and after completing each shift, noting any damage or issues in detailed logs
  • Planned efficient routes and adjusted strategies based on current weather and traffic information
  • Communicated effectively with dispatchers and supervisors to provide updated information on road conditions and potential hazards

Road Truck Driver

Webster Trucking
Brattleboro, VT
08.2010 - 08.2012
  • Maintained neat and professional appearance during every shift to promote positive company presence
  • Completed efficient transfers at hubs and final destinations to keep routes on schedule
  • Demonstrated safe driving by observing all road rules, exercising caution in unfamiliar areas and maintaining vehicle control
  • Maintained ongoing communications with dispatchers in operations center to keep teammates informed

Train Engineer

Springfield Terminal
Billerica, MA
05.2010 - 07.2010

prepare waybills. work with dispatch to prepare train orders .

work yards to break up and make up of trains. inspect equipment, engines, cars, delivery of rail cars to customers.

Train Engineer

Vermont Railway
Bellows Falls, VT
05.2005 - 05.2010
  • Received and followed directions from train dispatchers
  • Upheld tight deadlines for delivery of freight and arrival of passengers
  • Managed railcar loading, unloading and switching
  • Used hand signals to alert engineers of emergencies, stops or starts, train movement and general directions
  • Kept detailed documents and records to coordinate key decisions and future maintenance actions

Road Maintainer

State Of New Hampshire
Westmoreland, NH
11.2004 - 05.2005
  • Ensured that snow, ice and other debris were cleared from highways
  • Operated heavy machinery with extreme care and caution, following specific employer guidelines for safety
  • Assisted with roadway projects and highway repairs by controlling traffic patterns
  • Repaired roadway signs, fences and other structures in an effort to promote safety for drivers

Train Conductor/ Engineer

New Hampshir And Vermont
Morisville , VT
06.1993 - 02.2005
  • Used hand signals to alert engineers of emergencies, stops or starts, train movement and general directions
  • Operated trains, adhered to route plans and maintained operations and repair schedules
  • Managed railcar loading, unloading and switching
  • Collected tickets or payment from passengers and verified information before departure

Train Conductor

New England Central Railroad
Brattleboro, VT
02.1995 - 11.2004
  • Performed emergency and regular maintenance on rail cars and trains during, before and after trips to optimize functionality
  • Operated trains, adhered to route plans and maintained operations and repair schedules
  • Received and followed directions from train dispatchers
  • Used hand signals to alert engineers of emergencies, stops or starts, train movement and general directions
  • Upheld tight deadlines for delivery of freight and arrival of passengers

Skills

  • Managing yard switching
  • Train operations understanding
  • Cutting railcars
  • Hazmat procedures
  • Inspecting freight cars
  • Assisting customers
  • Emergency repair knowledge
  • Hand signaling
  • Uncoupling expertise
  • Routing efficiency
  • Locomotive inspection

Timeline

Supervisor of Operations

first fleet transportation
08.2023 - Current

Yard Hostler Driver

National Shunt Service
07.2022 - Current

Local Truck Driver

Lily Transportation Corp
10.2020 - 07.2022

YardTruck Driver

National Shunt Llc
10.2016 - 10.2020

Road Truck Driver

J.B. Hunt
10.2015 - 10.2016

Road Truck Driver

Best Direct Route
08.2012 - 02.2015

Road Truck Driver

Webster Trucking
08.2010 - 08.2012

Train Engineer

Springfield Terminal
05.2010 - 07.2010

Train Engineer

Vermont Railway
05.2005 - 05.2010

Road Maintainer

State Of New Hampshire
11.2004 - 05.2005

Train Conductor

New England Central Railroad
02.1995 - 11.2004

Train Conductor/ Engineer

New Hampshir And Vermont
06.1993 - 02.2005
Christopher Brown