Harold Butler
San Antonio,TX
Summary
Dynamic Freight Train Conductor with Union Pacific Railroad, recognized for achieving zero safety incidents and enhancing on-time delivery through effective crew leadership and regulatory compliance. Expert in cargo handling and safety protocols, complemented by strong problem-solving skills and a commitment to operational excellence.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Freight Train Conductor
Union Pacific Railroad
San Antonio, TX
04.2004 - 03.2026
- Supported safe freight train operation by monitoring crew activity and following safety protocols, leading to zero safety incidents and on-time delivery.
- Operated freight train while guiding crew activity and following safety protocols to support safe, compliant movement.
- Supported train makeup, coupling and uncoupling cars, and yard track switching while following federal safety regulations and reducing operational delays.
- Worked with engineers to improve freight movement workflows and on-time deliveries, while strengthening safety performance metrics.
- Handled cargo loading and unloading for shipments totaling over 1 million tons annually, helping maintain accurate procedures, lowering damage rates, and improving customer satisfaction scores.
Human Resource Specialist
United States Army
, United States
01.1997 - 12.2007
- Supported promotion, transfer, and separation processing for over 800 personnel, reducing errors and keeping records aligned with military regulations.
- Handled leave requests and pay questions for over 1500 soldiers in IPPS-A, resolved issues within 48 hours, and maintained strong soldier satisfaction.
- Improved personnel record filing for over 1200 soldiers by introducing digital filing methods, reducing admin time and increasing HR data accuracy.
- Reviewed personnel policies with management to support HR process improvements.
- Assisted customers with questions and support at the postal counter.
- Monitored postal supply inventory to keep stock levels adequate.
- Trained new clerks on procedures and customer service best practices.
- Addressed customer complaints quickly to support service satisfaction.
- Welcomed clients and pets with friendly service at a busy veterinary clinic.
- Managed appointment scheduling through veterinary software to keep workflow organized.
- Answered phone inquiries and shared information about services and procedures.
- Collected patient details and updated accurate medical records in the system.
- Coordinated communication between veterinarians, clients, and staff to support effective service delivery.
- Answered pet owner calls, responded to questions, and relayed messages for staff veterinarians.
Human Resources Assistant
Army National Guard, Texas
Iraq, Operation Enduring Freedom
03.2006 - 08.2007
- - Provided procedural guidance and reviewed personnel action cases for accuracy and complete documentation.
- - Updated employee records in HR information systems with correct data.
- - Assisted recruitment efforts by screening applications and arranging interviews.
- - Processed personnel transaction paperwork for promotions and terminations.
- - Built and maintained secure employee personnel files to protect sensitive information.
- - Drafted correspondence, reports, and materials using office automation tools; reviewed outgoing correspondence for grammar and format.
- - Managed daily Soldier actions branch operations, including officer and enlisted evaluations and promotions.
- - Assisted with the development of training programs for staff members.
- - Advised management and subordinate staff on administrative and management matters to support decisions and resource use.
- - Assisted with branch structure development, improved management methods and procedures, and reviewed, controlled, and routed incoming mail.
- - Applied technical knowledge to monitor military functions supporting an Army personnel management system, including military personnel actions, personnel management, and personnel records.
- - Performed duties as an HR specialist team leader and senior personnel management specialist in a combat environment.
- - Supported communication between management and employees regarding policies.
Education
Diploma -
Westfield High School
Houston, TX01-1995
Skills
- Freight train operations
- Train operations management
- Safety protocol adherence
- Regulatory compliance
- Cargo handling procedures
- Train makeup
- Yard switching
LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE
- United States Army
- United States
- U.S. Army Specialist 4
- Mar 1999 - Dec 2007
- Facilitated communication between leadership and junior soldiers by providing mentorship, technical guidance, and overseeing team operations.
- Supervised daily team activities, ensuring adherence to safety standards and mission objectives, which contributed to a reduction in on-the-job incidents.
Timeline
Human Resources Assistant
Army National Guard, Texas
03.2006 - 08.2007
Freight Train Conductor
Union Pacific Railroad
04.2004 - 03.2026
Human Resource Specialist
United States Army
01.1997 - 12.2007
Diploma -
Westfield High School