Train Operator
New York City Transit Authority
- Adapted to varying weather conditions by adjusting train operation strategies as needed, prioritizing passenger safety and comfort at all times.
- Maintained punctual train operations by quickly identifying and resolving minor technical issues before they escalated.
- Conducted post-trip inspections after each run, identifying any necessary repairs or maintenance required for optimal train performance moving forward.
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing passenger inquiries in a timely and professional manner.
- Ensured smooth train operation, performing regular maintenance checks according to established guidelines.
- Managed emergencies effectively by calmly executing appropriate safety protocols during critical situations.
- Coordinated closely with dispatchers to stay updated on track conditions, delays, or changes in schedules.
- Enhanced passenger safety by conducting thorough pre-trip inspections and adhering to strict operating procedures.
- Implemented safety recommendations from regulatory agencies, ensuring compliance with all relevant guidelines and reducing risk of incidents.
- Supported training initiatives for new hires, providing real-world experience as an experienced mentor in the field of train operations.
- Collaborated with conductors and other crew members to maintain a safe and efficient work environment for all staff.
- Operated trains within established speed limits, maintaining a safe environment for both passengers and employees while minimizing delays.
- Prevented accidents through vigilant observation of track conditions and proactively communicating potential hazards to control center personnel.
- Participated in company-sponsored training programs to expand knowledge of industry best practices and remain current on regulatory requirements.
- Moved controls such as throttles and air brakes to drive electric, diesel-electric, steam or gas-turbine-electric locomotives.
- 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.
- Interpreted and relayed hand and lantern signals affecting movement of train and controlled speed and clearance distance of cars.
- Conferred with conductors and traffic control center personnel via radio phones to issue and receive information concerning stops, delays and oncoming trains.
- Operated automated systems to propel trains, add or remove cars and switch cars around to unload freight.
- Communicated with dispatchers and other personnel to coordinate switching operations.
- Followed current orders to smoothly couple, uncouple and switch rail cars.
- Coordinated effective movement of train cars and engines with hand signals, two-way radios and telephones.
- Reported arrival and departure times, train delays and time on duty.
