Dustin Cline
Summerville,SC
Summary
To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills.
Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure Manager of Train Operations position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Locomotive Engineer
CSX
10.2023 - Current
- Coordinated with yardmasters to ensure the efficient movement of trains within rail yards, optimizing space utilization and minimizing delays.
- Inspected locomotives before and after runs.
- Operated locomotives to transport freight and other materials.
- Examined locomotives to verify adequate fuel, sand, water and other supplies before each run.
- Strengthened communication between crew members through regular briefings and debriefings, fostering a collaborative work environment.
Freight Conductor
CSX
09.2021 - Current
- Identified potential risks during daily operations, taking proactive measures to mitigate hazards and maintain safety standards.
- Communicated with train dispatchers to obtain and adjust directions.
- Communicated through various methods to conduct train movement.
- Inspected train in motion and stationary to determine proper functionality.
- Signaled crew members, utilizing hand or flag signals, radio communications and lantern.
- Prepared forms, required reports, switch lists and train orders daily.
Owner/Operator
Gallant Steel
03.2018 - Current
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing issues promptly to ensure customer satisfaction and repeat business.
- Increased customer satisfaction by providing high-quality services and timely communication.
- Spoke professionally with customers regarding complaints, gathering all necessary information to make educated decisions and address issues.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
Welder
REEDER INDUSTRIAL CONTRACTORS
03.2019 - 09.2021
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Maintained clean working environment by consistently organizing tools and equipment, promoting workplace safety.
- Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
- Prepared welding equipment to perform advanced welding work.
Education
Associates degree in applied science with a major in welding technology -
Texas State technical college
Skills
- Safety rules and regulations
- Two-way communication device use
- Continuous learning mindset
- Communication and Coordination
- Car coupling
- Team Leadership
- Time Management
- Verbal and written communication
- Military knowledge
- Decision-Making
Accomplishments
- Top of class in Atlanta CSX training center for conductor training
- 32nd degree Mason of the Scottish rite
Personal Information
Title: Freight conductor
Affiliations
- Masonic Lodge
- USMC Veteran
Timeline
Locomotive Engineer
CSX
10.2023 - Current
Freight Conductor
CSX
09.2021 - Current
Welder
REEDER INDUSTRIAL CONTRACTORS
03.2019 - 09.2021
Owner/Operator
Gallant Steel
03.2018 - Current
Associates degree in applied science with a major in welding technology -
Texas State technical college