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Gregory Johnstone

Fallon,NV

Summary

Experienced in building and maintenance, skilled at motivating and training teams to excel. Effective supervisor with a track record of delegating tasks for quick and efficient completion. Owner of Reliable Building Maintenance, overseeing all aspects of general maintenance. 20 Years of experience at Journeyman level in steelwork and equipment operation, demonstrating expertise in these areas.

Railway operations professional with solid background in ensuring safe and efficient transport services. Skilled in operating rail systems, adhering to safety protocols, and maintaining operational standards while adapting to changing conditions. Strong team collaborator with focus on achieving results, known for reliability and flexibility. Proficient in handling routine tasks and resolving operational challenges to ensure smooth and timely service delivery.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
8
8
Certification

Work History

Lead Rail Operator

Midstream Energy Partners
08.2022 - 05.2025
  • Assisted management in developing new operational strategies for increased efficiency and safety within the rail system.
  • Strengthened interdepartmental collaboration through effective communication with maintenance teams regarding necessary repairs or improvements.
  • Promoted efficient energy consumption through careful monitoring of train speeds and power usage throughout journeys.
  • Communicated with dispatchers about train cargo and timetables.
  • Made decisions on safety and scheduling employees to support operational requirements.
  • Ensured timely arrivals and departures through effective communication with dispatchers, station personnel, and other operators.
  • Demonstrated adaptability in responding to changes in scheduling or routing, applying problem-solving skills to find optimal solutions while maintaining service quality.
  • Handled sensitive cargo securely, following proper protocols for loading, unloading, transportation, and documentation requirements.
  • Supported fellow operators through mentoring and sharing best practices, contributing to a cohesive team environment.
  • Added or detached loads by coupling or uncoupling cars.
  • Ordered various materials as necessary to maintain operations through winter season in compliance with company procedures for operation in cold or extreme weather conditions.
  • Reviewed, analyzed and investigated operational problems, correcting when appropriate and calling to attention of supervisor or manager when necessary.
  • Triggered track switches and activated traffic signals by operating controls.
  • 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.
  • Used Excel and Microsoft to prepare reports regarding problems encountered such as accidents, signaling problems, unscheduled stops, and delays.
  • Unload L.P. Gas from rail cars into rail terminal and transfer to trucks for transportation. Testing and verifying of all chemical products using Hydrometers and other methods of verification
  • Offloaded 30,000 GAL rail cars daily

Foreman

Bragg Crane and Rigging
01.2015 - 10.2019
  • Supervised and evaluated, several Apprentices and Journeyman Ironworkers with day to day operation of building to ensure the safety of crew members. Upheld OSHA safety protocols and daily logs. Prepared records, reports and other documents related to work performed including time sheets. Responsible for ordering and maintaining inventory of PPE. Collaborated and communicated between numerous contractors.
  • Maintained a safe working environment through adherence to safety protocols and regular site inspections.
  • Trained new employees to learn new systems, apply best practices and comply with protocols and regulations.

Journeyman Ironworker

State Group
01.2012 - 01.2014
  • Erected and dismantled oil rigs. Trouble shoot and maintained equipment operation. Preformed routine facility inspections for conformance with operational and safety requirements and standards.

Supervisor

Spectrum
01.2009 - 01.2012
  • Managed work crew of 30 employees doing environmental remediation and facility maintenance for Government contracts including military bases, State parks, and Government facilities under the Department of Interior and Bureau of Reclamation.
  • Met with contractors, county personnel and the general public to coordinate and schedule the ongoing building and restoration of the State Parks of California.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Structural And Reinforcing Iron Work

I.W. L.U 118
Reno, NV
01-2003

Skills

  • Highly experienced in general repair and maintenance
  • Equipment operation
  • OSHA compliance
  • Construction supervision
  • Daily reporting
  • Job planning
  • Work Planning and Prioritization
  • Safety policies and procedures
  • Employee training
  • Site inspection
  • Blueprint interpretation
  • Construction vehicles operation
  • Schematics and blueprints
  • Quality control

Certification

  • OSHA 10 OSHA 30, Fire Safety, Fire prevention, CPR Certified, Certified Welder: 3g 4g 7018 SMAW
  • Forklift, scissor lift certified, Qualified Rigger 1 and 2, , Hazmat
  • HM126
  • Nevada state licensee for Liquid Propane rail operation COC#1546

Timeline

Lead Rail Operator

Midstream Energy Partners
08.2022 - 05.2025

Foreman

Bragg Crane and Rigging
01.2015 - 10.2019

Journeyman Ironworker

State Group
01.2012 - 01.2014

Supervisor

Spectrum
01.2009 - 01.2012

Associate of Applied Science - Structural And Reinforcing Iron Work

I.W. L.U 118

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