IRVIN CORRAL
3486 COUNTY RD B 10,NM
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven professional with extensive experience at BNSF Railway, excelling in train movement coordination and signal maintenance. Proven track record in optimizing operational efficiency and enhancing safety protocols. Strong decision-making and adaptability skills foster collaboration and drive process improvements, ensuring reliable service delivery in high-pressure environments.
Experienced with terminal operations, rail yard management, and team leadership. Utilizes effective coordination and problem-solving skills to ensure efficient train movements and safety compliance. Knowledge of rail safety protocols and operational optimization, delivering consistent and reliable performance in terminal management. Championed Ride app improvements to facilitate crew pickups. Have taken RCO Class and became DSRC Qualifed and can now submit Check rides. Have taken Discipline process training and can now run a Investigation.
Overview
2
2
Languages
15
15
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Terminal Trainmaster
BNSF Railway
El Paso, TX
10.2023 - Current
- Learned terminal operating procedures and rail safety protocols to support train movement coordination.
- Monitored yard activity to maintain accurate train status updates and operational awareness.
- Communicated with crews and dispatchers to relay movement instructions and schedule changes.
- Assisted with switch, track, and trainline inspections to support safe terminal operations.
- Adapted to changing priorities while supporting efficient terminal workflow and service reliability.
- Followed compliance requirements for on-site rail operations and incident reporting procedures.
- Supported crew coordination by preparing information needed for arrivals, departures, and yard assignments.
- Improved on-time performance with proactive train monitoring and timely communication between departments.
- Optimized workforce utilization, balancing employee needs with operational demands to maintain high productivity levels.
- Promoted a culture of accountability through consistent enforcement of company policies and procedures among team members.
- Facilitated strong relationships between departments, fostering collaboration and teamwork towards common goals.
- Prepared forms, required reports, switch lists and train orders daily.
Signal Maintainer
BNSF RAILWAY
Las Vegas, NM
09.2018 - 10.2020
- Inspected signal systems, crossing equipment, and wayside components to ensure safe rail operations.
- Troubleshot electrical faults using test equipment, wiring diagrams, and maintenance procedures.
- Repaired relays, circuits, switch machines, and communication links to restore service reliability.
- Conducted preventive maintenance on signals, grade crossings, and track circuits in compliance with safety standards.
- Documented inspections, repairs, and material usage accurately to support maintenance records and compliance.
- Coordinated with dispatchers, track crews, and engineers to minimize service disruptions during repairs.
- Followed FRA, lockout/tagout, and job briefing procedures while working in active rail environments.
- Calibrated signal equipment and verified proper operation after installation, replacement, or adjustment.
- Read and interpreted circuit prints, blueprints, schematics and drawings to efficiently complete job tasks and projects.
- Performed installations and conducted repair work on railroad crossing signals and components to bolster safety.
Electrical Foreman
Vinton steel
Vinton, tx
06.2015 - 08.2020
- Supervised electrical crews, assigning daily work and verifying code-compliant installations.
- Coordinated material, tools, and equipment to keep projects moving efficiently.
- Interpreted blueprints, specifications, and drawings for accurate field execution.
- Enforced jobsite safety practices and resolved hazards before work continued.
- Trained electricians on methods, standards, and proper use of tools.
- Troubleshot electrical issues and directed repairs to restore system operation.
- Supervised crew of electricians and maintained safe, efficient and structured work environment.
- Supported company objectives by consistently meeting deadlines without compromising quality or safety standards in the process.
Laborer
Freeport-McMoRan Copper & Gold
El Paso, TX
01.2012 - 08.2013
- Maintained equipment cleanliness and reported maintenance needs promptly.
- Operated forklifts and boom lifts to complete various tasks.
- Assisted trades workers with cleanup, setup, and routine task completion.
- Followed work instructions accurately to support consistent project progress and quality standards.
- Mitigated potential hazards with thorough site cleanup efforts at the end of each workday.
- Facilitated timely project completions by consistently meeting deadlines for assigned tasks.
Education
Associate Of Occupational Studies - Engineering
WESTERN TERCHNICAL COLLEGE
EL PASO, TX 05.2009 - 05.2011
Skills
- DSRC QUALIFED
- Qualified to run investigations
- Strong decision-making
- Time management
- Adaptability to change
- Conflict resolution techniques
- Resource allocation strategies
- Team leadership experience
- Process improvement initiatives
- Incident investigation proficiency
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking Abilities
- Data entry
- Team building
- Detail-oriented
- Decision-making
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Terminal Trainmaster
BNSF Railway
10.2023 - Current
Signal Maintainer
BNSF RAILWAY
09.2018 - 10.2020
Electrical Foreman
Vinton steel
06.2015 - 08.2020
Laborer
Freeport-McMoRan Copper & Gold
01.2012 - 08.2013
Associate Of Occupational Studies - Engineering
WESTERN TERCHNICAL COLLEGE
05.2009 - 05.2011