JAMOURAN FRANKLIN
Vision Industry
Houston
2
Languages
1
Certification
16
years of professional experience
Heavy Equipment Operator operating 3–4 machine types, including spiker machines, spike pullers, backhoes, trackhoes, excavators, loaders and forklift machines on railroad and construction projects. Sets spikes accurately, removes damaged fasteners, and adjusts machine controls to keep track alignment on spec. Performs routine hydraulic checks and minor repairs to reduce downtime and keep equipment ready for the next shift.
Work History
EQUIPMENT OPERATOR
7 Months- Operated spiker, forklift, and bulldozers on railroad projects, ensuring accurate rail spike placement to meet alignment specifications.
- Ran spike puller to remove worn spikes safely, reducing rework on replacement ties.
- Calibrated hydraulic controls and adjusted machine settings, achieving consistent drilling depth across multiple projects.
- Coordinated with foreman and crew to sequence equipment moves, minimizing idle time on site.
- Inspected rail ties and track gauge daily, documented defects to support timely repair orders.
- Repaired minor hydraulic leaks and replaced seals on equipment to prevent mid-shift breakdowns.
- Configured spike puller settings for mixed-age rail, effectively removing corroded spikes while preserving integrity of ties.
- Conducted on-site toolbox talks covering PPE, flagging procedures, and emergency stop protocols before shifts.
EQUIPMENT OPERATOR
4 Years 10 Months- Operated spiker machine on railroad projects to set spikes accurately, maintaining track alignment.
- Ran spike puller to remove damaged spikes, reducing rework on replaced rail segments.
- Loaded and secured construction materials for roofing crews using forklift and pallet straps.
- Trained new operators on safe machine controls and lockout/tagout, improving site safety awareness.
FORMAN
1 Year 9 Months- Direct crews involved in the construction, maintenance, and repair of railroad track.
- Direct and manage daily activities of a crew related to duties involved in the construction, maintenance, inspection, and repair of railroad tracks
- Enforce compliance with safety procedures
- Establish line of communication with customers to meet safety protocols & maintain client satisfaction
- Maintain accurate records of daily tasks, crew time, job costs, and production reports
- Fulfill duties (operator, laborer, etc.) as needed to keep jobs moving forward
- Perform other duties as directed
- Assigned track repair zones and scheduled crew shifts using daily production reports to meet deadlines.
- Inspected tie plates, rail joints, and ballast condition and documented defects in maintenance logs.
- Directed spiker machine and spike puller operations to replace worn spikes and restore rail gauge accuracy.
SPIKER OPERATOR
12 Years 7 Months- Fully spiking and fixing the machine that I was operating ran forklift machine and bulldozer
STOCKING
3 Years- Stocking
- Unloading and loading
Education
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA
GPA: 4.0
Skills
Foreman
Spiker machine
Spike puller
Equipment maintenance
Track inspection
Safety management
Team leadership
Crew scheduling
Production reporting
Lockout/tagout procedures
First aid certification
CPR certification
Rail flagging certification
Work zone protection
Certification
- FEB 2024 – Current
- Fork Lift Certified
LANGUAGES
English (Native)
Spanish (Proficient)
Timeline
EQUIPMENT OPERATOR
Vision Industry
01.2026 - CurrentRead More
EQUIPMENT OPERATOR
RJ Corman Railroad
03.2019 - 01.2024Read More
FORMAN
All American Track
06.2017 - 03.2019Read More
SPIKER OPERATOR
Osage Track Services
01.2014 - 2017Read More
STOCKING
Belk
01.2011 - 01.2014Read More
Ouachita High
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA
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