Dana "Joe" Nichols
Madison,ME
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team objectives. Dedicated transportation professional with a history of meeting company goals while utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Manager of Operations
CSX Transportation
06.2022 - Current
- Oversee train operations and administrative practices thru out Maine. Lead people by example. Experienced with FRA regulations and Hazmat procedures. Work closely with customers to provide the best service possible.
- Established positive and effective communication among unit staff and organization leadership, reducing miscommunications, and missed deadlines.
- Evaluated employee performance regularly, promoting professional growth opportunities through coaching methods.
- Collaborated with other department heads to align organizational goals and maximize efficiency across all departments.
Transportation Manager/Trainmaster
pan am railways
07.2019 - 06.2022
- Supervised department personnel by assigning and directing daily tasks as well as evaluating performance to enhance productivity and resolve problems.
- Increased transportation efficiency by optimizing routing and scheduling processes.
- Collaborated with other departments, aligning goals to improve overall company performance.
Conductor
Pan am railways
09.2015 - 07.2019
- Norac certified freight conductor, qualified in most train yards in Maine and main line qualified from Portsmouth New Hampshire to Northern Maine Junction.
- Communicated through various methods to conduct train movement.
- Contributed to on-time performance by swiftly addressing any operational issues or delays.
Medical Laboratory Professional
Redington Fairview General Hospital
01.2007 - 08.2014
- Utilized expertise in Chemistry, Hematology and Microbiology to help with diagnosing medical issues
- Collect blood and other biological samples with a focus on accuracy and adherence to hospital procedures.
Education
Associate of science - legal research and analysis/Paralegal
Everest University
Orlando, FL01.2010
Skills
- Experienced in transportation of freight including hazmat products
- Loyal / dependable / capable
- Decision-Making
- Customer Service
- Staff Management
- Team Leadership
- Operations Management
Activities
I am a dedicated husband and father who is always working towards bettering myself and my family. I coach multiple sports for my kid’s teams and make a daily trip to the gym with my wife. Promoting a happy and healthy lifestyle is important to me and I try to lead by example. I enjoy the outdoors, sports, bow hunting, exercising and just spending time at home with my wife and children.
Timeline
Manager of Operations
CSX Transportation
06.2022 - Current
Transportation Manager/Trainmaster
pan am railways
07.2019 - 06.2022
Conductor
Pan am railways
09.2015 - 07.2019
Medical Laboratory Professional
Redington Fairview General Hospital
01.2007 - 08.2014
Associate of science - legal research and analysis/Paralegal
Everest University