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Collin Poster

Glendale,WI

Summary

Motivated and skilled Conductor Trainee & Track Laborer with hands-on experience in railroading, eager for another opportunity to prove dedication to safety and expertise as a train conductor.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Conductor Trainee

Canadian National Railway
Stevens Point, WI
06.2024 - 08.2024
  • Conducted safety checks on equipment prior to departures as per company policy.
  • Coupled railcars together in a secure manner to ensure safe transport.
  • Ensured that all cargo was properly loaded onto the correct train cars.
  • Inspected freight cars for any damage or safety issues prior to departure.
  • Checked and verified freight car paperwork for accuracy.
  • Inspected brakes, couplings, air hoses, and other components of the train before departure.
  • Interpreted various signals to start, stop and back-up train or set and release air brakes.
  • Inspected switches on daily basis..
  • Operated controls to activate track switches

Track Laborer

Volkmann Railroad Builders
Menominee Falls, WI
08.2023 - 06.2024
  • Repaired or replaced defective bolts, spikes and anchors that secure track structures in place.
  • Performed minor repairs on switches and crossings using a range of specialized tools.
  • Tamped ballast around the ties to provide support for the rails and maintain stability of the track structure.
  • Operated a variety of hand tools such as shovels, picks, rakes, tampers, hammers, sledges and bars to clear debris from tracks or remove old rail.
  • Provided assistance in emergency situations, such as derailments.
  • Repaired damaged sections of track by replacing worn out ties or adjusting rail alignment.
  • Measured distances between ties to ensure correct spacing is maintained according to regulations.
  • Reshaped worn or damaged railroad switch points with portable power grinders.

Dishwasher

Butler Inn Pub & Grill
Butler, WI
09.2020 - 08.2023
  • Disposed of glassware that had been broken or chipped according to safety procedures.
  • Ensured that workstations were kept neat and tidy throughout the shift.
  • Swept and mopped floors in the kitchen area at regular intervals throughout shift.
  • Maintained adequate levels of cleaning supplies for washing dishes.
  • Performed routine maintenance tasks such as cleaning filters in the dishwashing machine.
  • Sanitized surfaces after each use following standard sanitation practices.
  • Removed garbage and trash to designated disposal areas in accordance with health regulations.

Education

High School Diploma -

Nicolet High School
Glendale, WI
06-2023

Skills

  • Hand signaling
  • Multitasking
  • Attention to Detail
  • Effective Communication
  • Emergency Response Procedures
  • Ability to work in a 24/7 on call environment and unscheduled shift
  • Ability to lift 90 pounds or more
  • Able to work in various types of weather conditions
  • Able to preform physically demanding shift work

Timeline

Conductor Trainee

Canadian National Railway
06.2024 - 08.2024

Track Laborer

Volkmann Railroad Builders
08.2023 - 06.2024

Dishwasher

Butler Inn Pub & Grill
09.2020 - 08.2023

High School Diploma -

Nicolet High School

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