Jason Seger
ARLINGTON,OR
Summary
Accomplished Locomotive Engineer and General Manager at Palouse River & Coulee City Railroad, adept in Yard Operations and Incident Management. Demonstrated excellence in fostering team collaboration and safety, securing the AAR Jake Brake distinction annually. Skilled in effective communication, I spearheaded comprehensive training programs, significantly enhancing workforce proficiency and operational safety.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Locomotive Engineer/Train Conductor
Palouse River & Coulee City Railroad.- Condon
06.2008 - Current
- Coordinated with yardmasters to ensure the efficient movement of trains within rail yards, optimizing space utilization and minimizing delays.
- Assisted in training new Locomotive Engineers, sharing knowledge and best practices for optimal job performance.
- Strengthened communication between crew members through regular briefings and debriefings, fostering a collaborative work environment.
General Manager
Palouse River & Coulee City Railroad.- Condon
08.2020 - 11.2023
- Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
- Managed a diverse team of professionals, fostering a positive work environment and high employee satisfaction.
- Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
- Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
Trainmaster
Palouse River & Coulee City Railroad.- Condon
02.2018 - 06.2020
- Conducted Safe operations for my team and location receiving AAR Jake brake with distinction every year of employment.
- Conducted thorough investigations into accidents or incidents, implementing corrective actions to prevent future occurrences.
- Ensured compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations by staying updated on changes in laws and policies affecting railway operations.
- Evaluated employee performance regularly, providing constructive feedback and coaching as needed for professional growth.
Education
High School Diploma -
Canby Union High
Canby, OR05.1992
Skills
- Safety rules and regulations
- Railroad Signaling Understanding
- Yard operations
- Incident Management
- Safety Procedures
- Excellent Communication
- Two-way communication device use
- Train Operation Expertise
Certification
- Licensed Engineer
- Licensed Conductor
- Accident investigation-PCC Watco
- Certified Qualified person- Airbrake
Timeline
General Manager
Palouse River & Coulee City Railroad.- Condon
08.2020 - 11.2023
Trainmaster
Palouse River & Coulee City Railroad.- Condon
02.2018 - 06.2020
Locomotive Engineer/Train Conductor
Palouse River & Coulee City Railroad.- Condon
06.2008 - Current
High School Diploma -
Canby Union High
- Licensed Engineer
- Licensed Conductor
- Accident investigation-PCC Watco
- Certified Qualified person- Airbrake
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