Daniel Barnett
Providence,RI
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Journeyman Carman
Amtrak
Boston , Massachusetts
03.2023 - Current
- Maintained, inspected and repaired passenger cars according to established safety procedures.
- Installed new equipment into existing railroad cars such as couplers, draft gears and airbrake systems.
- Performed inspections of railroad cars for defects prior to departure from rail yards.
- Replaced broken windows and doors on passenger coaches as well as repairing interior seating areas.
- Conducted periodic maintenance checks on all types of rolling stock at rail yards throughout the system network.
- Recorded detailed notes regarding repairs performed in order to maintain accurate records of maintenance activities.
Track Foreman
Mass Coastal Railroad
Lakeville, Massachusetts
03.2020 - 03.2023
- Performed daily inspections of track, bridges and signals to ensure safe operation of trains.
- Ensured that all railroads were maintained in accordance with federal regulations.
- Supervised a team of up to 25 employees responsible for the maintenance and repair of railroad tracks.
- Developed and implemented safety procedures related to track work activities.
- Monitored progress on projects, ensuring they met quality standards and deadlines.
- Maintained records of labor hours, materials used, and repairs completed for each project.
- Provided technical advice and assistance as needed to crew members regarding track maintenance issues.
- Conducted regular meetings with crew members to discuss safety protocols, upcoming projects, and any problems or concerns encountered during work activities.
- Assessed the condition of existing tracks before beginning new construction projects.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations such as derailments or hazardous material spills.
Customer Service Representative
Bank of New York Mellon, BNYM
Westborough, MA
01.2020 - 03.2020
- My work with Bank of New York Mellon is to assist shareholders with navigating their online investments and to assist brokers/agents with submitting the correct paperwork for a new investment account, following strict company policies and federal rules and regulations.
Guide
Historic New England
Milton, MA
03.2017 - 03.2020
- I work with Historic New England as a tour guide and groundskeeper
- As a tour guide, I work with the general public on a daily basis to provide them with knowledge of the past historical events of the city and the family who owned the house
- As a grounds, I take care of some of the general upkeep of the beehives and equipment which we use to maintain the property
- I also assist with the upkeep of the flower beds, lawns, and apple orchard.
- Provided detailed tours of the museum, highlighting interesting facts and stories.
- Demonstrated proper usage of audio-visual equipment to maximize visitor experience.
- Conducted daily inspections of exhibition rooms to make sure everything was in good condition.
Machine Operator
Adecco USA
Nashua, NH
09.2015 - 09.2016
- I worked at a staffing agency located in Nashua, NH
- I was on assignment with a medical device manufacturing company located in Hudson, New Hampshire
- My duties were too drill precise holes into the stent as well as be the first line of quality control
- Track foreman
track laborer
Genesee Valley Transportation
Scranton, PA
03.2014 - 06.2015
- I hired on as a, and several months of class room and on the job training I became a track foreman
- Where myself as well as others strived to maintain and upgrade 88 miles of mountain trackage in North Eastern Pennsylvania
- My duties included daily track inspections, rail replacement of both jointed and welded rail, tie replacement, road bed tamping and building new trackage
- Machanic
Farm Hand
Family Farms
La Plume, Pennsylvania
07.2000 - 06.2014
- Assisted in the preparation of soil for planting by tilling and plowing fields.
- Cared for livestock, including feeding, watering, and providing medical attention when necessary.
- Harvested crops according to season and maintained records of yields.
- Maintained farm equipment such as tractors, harvesters, and other machinery.
- Inspected fields regularly to identify pests or diseases that may harm crop growth.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with supplies or products from the farm.
Ian Speed Shop
Scranton, PA
08.2013 - 03.2014
- For an automotive shop
- My duties included making parts for automotive engines, exhaust systems, replacing transmission components, engine components, regular maintenance such as oil changes and brake replacement.
Independent Contractor
, Pennsylvania
06.2011 - 08.2013
- I hired on as a assistant diesel locomotive mechanic but I have also done work on passenger cars, freight cars and steam locomotives in this time frame
- Some of the work I have done is top end EMD prime mover rebuilds, some wiring replacement work in EMD and ALCO locomotives as well as passenger cars from the 20's to the 50's
- I have also built and rebuilt suspension parts, brake rigging parts and appliances for Steam locomotives
- At this job I used my knowledge of machining blue print reading skills extensively.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Historic Preservation
Roger Williams University
Bristol, RI05-2023
High School Diploma -
Abington Height High School
05-2011
Certificate in Level 1 -
Career Technology Center of Lackawanna County
01.2011
Skills
- CNC Lathe
- Transmissions
- Oil Changes
- Driver's License
- Relationships between local government agencies and federal government agencies through my projects with the National Parks Service
- Through my work with the private contractor and Delaware Lackawanna Railroad I'm adapted to the ever chancing work environments of the railroad industry
- I am able to be on my feet for an entire shift without breaks
- I have learned the critical thinking skills to make quick decisions when an emergency happens, I am completely capable of learning and putting to use the required rules and regulations of the railroad so that I and my fellow co-workers come home every night
- I am also very capable of working well both as a lone employee and as part of a team
- I am always open to constructive criticism and always looking to improve myself
- Precision Measuring Instruments
- Mechanical Aptitude
- Workplace Safety Compliance
- OSHA Safety Regulations
- Field preparation and maintenance
- Procedures for harvesting grains, veggies and fruits
Additional Information
- Willing to relocate: Anywhere, Authorized to work in the US for any employer
- I have a strong background in mechanical repairs, safety policies and procedures as well as a agriculture background.
- Some of the organizations I've held memberships with have been National Trust for Historic Preservation, Skills USA, Boy Scouts of America, 4-H and FFA.
Timeline
Journeyman Carman
Amtrak
03.2023 - Current
Track Foreman
Mass Coastal Railroad
03.2020 - 03.2023
Customer Service Representative
Bank of New York Mellon, BNYM
01.2020 - 03.2020
Guide
Historic New England
03.2017 - 03.2020
Machine Operator
Adecco USA
09.2015 - 09.2016
track laborer
Genesee Valley Transportation
03.2014 - 06.2015
Ian Speed Shop
08.2013 - 03.2014
Independent Contractor
06.2011 - 08.2013
Farm Hand
Family Farms
07.2000 - 06.2014
Bachelor of Arts - Historic Preservation
Roger Williams University
High School Diploma -
Abington Height High School
Certificate in Level 1 -
Career Technology Center of Lackawanna County