Donald Rask
Stacy,MN
Summary
Seasoned Machinist with over a decade at BNSF Railroad, showcasing leadership, and expertise in diesel engine repair and welding. Excelled in rapid response service, demonstrating exceptional problem-solving and multitasking abilities. Certified in multiple technical skills and bring a proven track record of enhancing operational efficiency and safety.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Machinist
BNSF Railroad
07.2013 - Current
- Relief front line supervisor for half of diesel shop
- Worked with management to streamline production in maintenance line
- Locomotive diesel engine repair/maintenance
- Locomotive air brake troubleshooting/repair
- Main generator/auxiliary generator alignment's
- 11+ Years experience with GE and EMD locomotive's
- FRA inspection on locomotive's
- Fork lift operation, certified per BNSF
- Rapid responder for out of shop locomotive service/repair
- Crane rigging certified per BNSF
- Welding certified per BNSF requirements (SMAW,GMAW,FCAW)
- Utilize micrometers and calipers to measure and verify precise tolerances
Diesel Mechanic
Reviva
06.2012 - 07.2013
- Engine/cylinder head disassembly
- Cylinder head inspection and detail
- Wet/Dry Magnaflux
- Utilized hand tools/power tools to disassemble medium duty diesel engines
- Disassembled multiple makes and models of medium duty diesel engines
- Worked through engine specific list of detailed parts needed for engine machinists and engine assemblers
- Meet daily quota of cylinder head makes and models needed for production
- Meet daily quota for engine makes and models needed for production
Auto Parts Manager
AutoZone
06.2012 - 09.2012
- Advised customers on appropriate parts selection based on their specific needs and vehicle requirements.
- Conducted regular inventory audits to identify discrepancies and prevent stock issues.
- Managed daily operations of auto parts store
- Trained new employees in company procedures, ensuring a well-prepared workforce for peak performance.
- Handled freight, stock shelves
- Manage registers and handle money at store close
- Manage phone calls from customers and installers
Education
Truck Tech Diploma - Medium-to-Heavy Vehicle And Truck Technology
Saint Paul College - A Community And Technical College
Saint Paul, MN05.2012
Some College (No Degree) - Locomotive Technology
Johnson County Community College
Overland Park, KSSkills
- Leadership experience
- Able to multitask
- Machine Operation
- Troubleshooting
- Self motivated
- Integrity
- Welding and fabrication
- Diesel Engine Repair
Timeline
Machinist
BNSF Railroad
07.2013 - Current
Diesel Mechanic
Reviva
06.2012 - 07.2013
Auto Parts Manager
AutoZone
06.2012 - 09.2012
Truck Tech Diploma - Medium-to-Heavy Vehicle And Truck Technology
Saint Paul College - A Community And Technical College
Some College (No Degree) - Locomotive Technology
Johnson County Community College