Donald Allen
Ellsworth,WI
Summary
Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Pursuing full-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Locomotive Mechanic In Charge
Union Pacific Railroad Co
South St. Paul, MN
10.2010 - Current
- Ensured safety of all passengers and crew by meticulously inspecting locomotives for potential hazards and addressing issues promptly.
- Expedited return-to-service timeframes for locomotives sidelined due to component failure or damage by coordinating with suppliers for expedient delivery of replacement parts.
- Optimized locomotive performance with regular adjustments to components such as wheels, gears, bearings, and couplings.
- Streamlined repair processes through proficient utilization of hand tools, power tools, welding equipment, and hydraulic presses as needed.
- Enforced compliance with federal regulations by adhering to inspection schedules and reporting any necessary corrections in a timely manner.
- Contributed to cost savings initiatives by identifying opportunities for improved efficiency within daily work routines and proposing innovative solutions when appropriate.
- Enhanced team productivity by training new employees on proper repair procedures, tools usage, and safety protocols.
- Coordinate with different groups on Maintenance of our facility to Contractors ensuring all rules are complied with and work is done in a safe timely manner.
- Manage the Waste water program and coordinate between hazmat manager and contractor's to get any spills cleaned in a timely mannner.
Education
Certificate of Technical Studies - Advance Diesel Technology
Wyoming Technical College
Laramie, WY08-2008
GED -
North Idaho College
Coeur D'alene, ID11-1996
Skills
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Pneumatic systems proficiency
- Heavy equipment operation
- Hydraulic repair
- Inspection procedures
- Verbal and written communication
- Operating condition checks
- Task prioritization
- Safety requirements
- Self motivation
- Interpersonal skills
- Mechanical troubleshooting
Timeline
Locomotive Mechanic In Charge
Union Pacific Railroad Co
10.2010 - Current
Certificate of Technical Studies - Advance Diesel Technology
Wyoming Technical College
GED -
North Idaho College