DALTON JOHNSON
Conductor
Lawrenceburg,IN
Summary
Diligent conductor and former Infantryman with a robust background in upholding high safety standards and quality control. Proven expertise in heavy machinery operation, train car movements, and exceptional teamwork skills at Railserve consistently ensure project efficiency and workplace safety. Recognized for a strong work ethic and unwavering commitment to excellence, prepared to leverage these abilities at a larger railroad to drive success and enhance overall team performance.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Crew Leader-Conductor
Railserve
09.2025 - Current
- Efficiently and safely conduct railcar moves
- Effectively move anywhere from twenty to fifty train cars a shift
- Trained new hires in time management and proper ways to complete job duties.
- Safely worked in all weather conditions.
- Served as the primary point of contact between crew members and upper management, relaying important information as necessary.
- Monitored team members to verify work quality and address concerns.
Industrial Painter
Ameco
03.2024 - 09.2025
- Painted surfaces using brushes, spray guns, and paint rollers.
- Primed, painted, varnished and lacquered walls and surfaces.
- Worked holidays and weekends depending on shifting needs of project.
- Operated power sprayers and hand tools to prepare and paint large areas.
- Provided supervisor with daily status report on all job tasks and workers' duties.
- Demonstrated attention to detail in every aspect of the painting process, resulting in consistent high-quality workmanship.
- Ensured a safe working environment through proper use of protective equipment and adherence to safety protocols.
Infantryman
US Army
08.2020 - 02.2024
- Produced reports on equipment status, incidences, personnel readiness and intelligence for superiors.
- Trained in use of tear gas, passive ordnance, and explosives.
- Utilized advanced tactics to engage and neutralize enemy combatants.
- Constructed and camouflaged infantry positions and equipment to prevent detection.
- Communicated effectively with superiors and subordinates alike, facilitating smooth execution of orders during high-stress situations.
- Maintained strict discipline within the ranks enforcing adherence to military standards and regulations.
- Enhanced team survival skills with comprehensive field training exercises.
- Ensured equipment reliability and readiness through rigorous maintenance routines.
- Developed soldier skills by providing guidance on marksmanship, physical fitness, and tactical maneuvers.
Associate
United Dairy Farmers
01.2020 - 06.2020
Education
High School Diploma -
East Central High School
St Leon, Indiana 08.2016 - 06.2020
Skills
- Follows instructions effectively
- Safety consciousness
- Efficient task management
- Effective time management
- Strong attention to detail
- Strategic problem-solving
- Collaborative team member
- Dedicated work ethic
- Eager to learn
- Quality assurance inspections
- Implementation of safety measures
- Site maintenance
- Clear verbal and written communication
- Safety compliance for elevated work
- Heavy machinery operation
- Detail-oriented organization
Accomplishments
- Successfully completed Airborne School.
- Maintained 100% accountability of gear and equipment while serving.
- Supported high risk field exercises under time sensitive conditions.
- Received training in heavy equipment rigging.
- Trained extensively in safety protocols, including fall prevention, hazard awareness, and emergency response.
- Demonstrated situational awareness in field operations and teamwork-based trainings.
Certification
CPR
Timeline
DOT Hazmat
01-2026
Crew Leader-Conductor
Railserve
09.2025 - Current
Industrial Painter
Ameco
03.2024 - 09.2025
Infantryman
US Army
08.2020 - 02.2024
Associate
United Dairy Farmers
01.2020 - 06.2020
High School Diploma -
East Central High School
08.2016 - 06.2020