Jason Foidel
Vancouver,WA
Summary
Seasoned transportation professional knowledgeable about fluid railway and yard operations. Background overseeing switching, efficient movement of traffic and safety needs. Possessing conductor and remote control certifications and advanced understanding of local and FRA rule applications.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Railroad Conductor
Union Pacific Railroad
Portland, OR
03.2004 - Current
- Established safe and efficient environment while moving freight as conductor, foreman, switchmen, and remote control operator.
- Peer Trainer for 4 years. (See Peer Trainer portion)
- Peer support team 2 years. Reach out to employees involved in critical incidents and help them navigate through emotions and direct them to professional help if needed. Arrange with Crew Management Services for employee to receive agreed time off.
- Total Safety Culture I-team leader. 1 year. Fostered commitment and team spirit with peers to achieve goals and work safely.
- Safety committee. Intermittent involvement.
Peer Trainer
Union Pacific Railroad
Portland, OR
05.2014 - 07.2018
- Collaborate with departments such as Crew Management Services, Total Safety Culture, Human Resources and management teams to facilitate smooth transition for new hires through switchmen, conductor, and remote control operator training to become FRA certified employees.
- Made sound, well-informed, and objective decisions; considering the impact and implications of decisions even in uncertain situations, to accomplish organized goals.
- Scheduled OJT for 350+ new hires through all phases.
- Monitored and logged new hire progress through all phases using Microsoft Excel.
- Created living documents in Excel for multiple users to access.
- Taught 20+ new hire remote control classes.
- Taught new hire field training courses.
- Taught Safety classes for all employees.
- Taught 10+ advanced remote control classes.
L&M Chemicals
L&M
Portland, OR
08.2003 - 03.2004
- Warehouse supervisor.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor.
- Served customers and followed outlined steps of service.
- Experienced with MSDS reports and proper handling of hazardous materials.
Cruise Ship Drummer
Royal Caribbean Cruise Line
Miami, FL
02.2002 - 08.2003
- Performed 14 shows per week as drummer for show band.
- Sight-read difficult music accurately and at tempo.
- Guest relations and hospitality.
- Group leader for guest safety and fire drills.
- CPR and first aid qualified.
Live Sound Engineer
Swingline Cubs Inc. (band)
Portland, OR
02.1999 - 02.2002
- Performed various setups, tear downs and mixing for weddings, theatrical performances , private parties and conferences.
- Checked all technical equipment to make sure it was functioning properly and performed troubleshooting to alleviate issues.
- Purchased, replaced, and researched new equipment when needed.
- Transported band gear to and from each performance.
Professional Drummer/Instructor
Self Employed
Portland, OR
06.1996 - 02.2002
- Adjunct percussion instructor Pacific University, Forest Grove OR. (1997-1999)
- Learned, played and taught diverse drumming beats of all types and cultures for performances.
- One on one private lessons for all ages and all levels of ability.
- Rehearsed, played live and studio sessions for all styles of music.
Residential Care Facilitator
Depaul Treatment CTR (Youth)
Portland, OR
06.1993 - 06.1996
- Followed document protocols to safeguard confidentiality of patient records.
- Organized patient records and database to facilitate enrollment for temporary financial aid while in treatment.
- Facilitated communication between patients and various departments and staff.
- Supervised in patient clients during groups, meal times, and recreation.
Education
High School Diploma -
Reynolds High School
Troutdale, OR06.1990
Associate Degree in Music - Music Performance
Berklee College of Music
Boston, MASkills
- Self Motivated
- Schedule Management
- Excellent Communication
- Training and Development
- Safety Protocols
- Data Entry
- Data Analysis
- Microsoft Word and Excel
- Advanced understanding of assessing, evaluating, and monitoring local and federal compliance
Timeline
Peer Trainer
Union Pacific Railroad
05.2014 - 07.2018
Railroad Conductor
Union Pacific Railroad
03.2004 - Current
L&M Chemicals
L&M
08.2003 - 03.2004
Cruise Ship Drummer
Royal Caribbean Cruise Line
02.2002 - 08.2003
Live Sound Engineer
Swingline Cubs Inc. (band)
02.1999 - 02.2002
Professional Drummer/Instructor
Self Employed
06.1996 - 02.2002
Residential Care Facilitator
Depaul Treatment CTR (Youth)
06.1993 - 06.1996
High School Diploma -
Reynolds High School
Associate Degree in Music - Music Performance
Berklee College of Music
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