Clayton Cook
Morrice
Summary
Flexible hard worker ready to learn and contribute to team success.
Diligent Engineer takes responsibility for ongoing projects and new endeavor planning. Provides deep technical knowledge and common-sense business acumen for initiatives. Committed to reaching business goals through technical management and impactful analyses.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
2021
2021
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Engineer/Freight Conductor
Great Lakes Central Railroad
Owosso
04.2025 - Current
- Operated maintenance equipment to ensure safe rail operations.
- Assisted in routine inspections of tracks and signals for safety compliance.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot mechanical issues effectively.
- Managed switching operations to facilitate efficient rail traffic flow.
- Inspected train equipment for safety compliance and functionality.
- Communicated with dispatch to receive updates and relay information.
- Coordinated with crew members to ensure safe and timely deliveries.
- Operated locomotives to transport freight across designated routes.
Engineer/Freight Conductor
Adrian & Blissfield Railroad
Mason
11.2022 - 04.2025
- Operated maintenance equipment to ensure safe rail operations.
- Assisted in routine inspections of tracks and signals for safety compliance.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot mechanical issues effectively.
- Operated locomotives to transport freight across designated routes.
- Coordinated with crew members to ensure safe and timely deliveries.
- Inspected train equipment for safety compliance and functionality.
- Communicated with dispatch to receive updates and relay information.
- Managed switching operations to facilitate efficient rail traffic flow.
- Monitored train schedules and adhered to operational protocols.
- Assisted in troubleshooting equipment issues during transit operations.
- Maintained accurate records of train movements and cargo details.
- Checked and verified freight car paperwork for accuracy.
- Operated hand brakes on locomotives as needed when stopping at stations or switching tracks.
- Coordinated with other members of the train crew to ensure timely departures and arrivals.
- Inspected freight cars for any damage or safety issues prior to departure.
- Ensured that all cargo was properly loaded onto the correct train cars.
Material Handler
Thai Summit America
Howell
05.2021 - 11.2022
- Operated forklifts to move materials within the facility efficiently.
- Loaded and unloaded shipments, ensuring accurate inventory control.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the storage areas and workspace.
- Inspected incoming materials for quality and compliance with specifications.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize risk during material handling tasks.
- Received and distributed incoming materials to designated areas.
- Managed work area cleanliness by following company guidelines for organization.
Education
Perry High School
Perry, MISkills
- Equipment maintenance
- Vehicle inspection
- Safety compliance
- Troubleshooting
- Mechanical systems
- Communication skills
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Load management
- Record keeping
- Problem solving
Timeline
Engineer/Freight Conductor
Great Lakes Central Railroad
04.2025 - Current
Engineer/Freight Conductor
Adrian & Blissfield Railroad
11.2022 - 04.2025
Material Handler
Thai Summit America
05.2021 - 11.2022
Perry High School