David Fink
Norfolk Southern
Beaver,PA
1
Certification
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Locomotive Engineer
17 Years 8 Months- Operated locomotives while following strict safety protocols and regulations.
- Coordinated with dispatchers to support train schedules and track movements
- Communicated with crew members to uphold operational safety and efficiency.
- Examined and inspected locomotives to verify adequate fuel, sand, water and other supplies before each run.
- Inspected locomotives for operational readiness by making FRA and company-required checks and tests.
- Climbed on and off train cars to set or release hand brakes, couple and uncouple air hoses between rail cars and remove and replace broken knuckles.
- Skillfully operated multiple types of locomotives across diverse terrains, displaying adaptability and flexibility in challenging situations.
- Monitored gauges and meters to measure speed, amperage, battery charge and air pressure in brake lines and main reservoirs.
- Quickly resolved technical issues related to locomotive mechanical systems, reducing potential delays or malfunctions during trips
- Trained new engineers on standard operating procedures and safety practices in locomotive operation.
Production worker
7 Years 4 Months- Operated machinery to assemble products according to specifications.
- Conducted quality checks to ensure compliance with production standards.
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment for safety and efficiency.
- Trained new employees on operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Assisted in troubleshooting equipment issues, minimizing downtime during production runs.
- Followed safety procedures and guidelines to maintain safe working environments.
- Used equipment properly to avoid workplace hazards or injuries.
Education
High School Diploma
Skills
Mechanically inclined
Detail oriented
Proficient at following safety protocols
Certification
FRA certified train conductor
FRA licensed locomotive engineer
Timeline
Locomotive Engineer
Norfolk Southern
12.2008 - CurrentRead More
Production worker
National Gypsum
08.2001 - 12.2008Read More
Western Beaver High School
High School Diploma
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