Joel Patterson Jr
Saint Cloud,FL
Summary
Experienced Railroad Professional with over 15 years of experience in Freight Railroad operations, maintenance and construction. Skilled at resolving problems and improving operational efficiency, safety and productivity.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
32
32
years of post-secondary education
8
8
Certifications
Work History
Senior Construction Inspector Rail
HNTB Engineering
Lake Mary, FL
04.2023 - Current
- Noted violations and issued documentation such as stop work orders to contractors or owners.
- Completed inspections of current construction, refurbishment and repair projects.
- Made and submitted reports detailing finding and any actions taken.
- Documented recurrent issues and worked with contractors to prevent re-occurrence.
- Determined work met applicable city, state and federal guidelines and discipline-specific codes.
- Reviewed drawings and assessed construction against plans.
Deputy Project Manager
Delta Railroad Construction
Ashtabula, OH
10.2022 - 04.2023
- Escalated incidents to next level to remain compliant with company's standards and procedures.
- Maintained tactical control of project budgets and timelines to keep teams on task and achieve schedule targets.
- Planned, monitored and analyzed project costs to meet financial goals.
- Updated customers and senior leaders on progress and roadblocks.
Track Supervisor
Florida East Coast Railways
Fort Pierce, FL
09.2021 - 08.2022
- Managed over 60 production employees installation of over 20,000 concrete crossties and over 33,000 feet of continuous welded rail, to ensure compliance with safe work procedures, FRA guidelines, and Florida East Coast’s (FEC) policies and procedures.
- Supervised and manage activities of production crews, track inspectors, and hy-rail operations.
- Applied collective bargaining agreements and policies while carrying out duties, including managing and coaching employees, conducting investigations, recommending corrective action and responding to grievances.
- Enforced safe work procedures and policies.
- Delegated tasks to workers daily, taking into account personal skill levels, daily targets and necessary condition adaptations.
Quality Control Inspector
HSR Constructors
Melbourne, FL
06.2019 - 09.2021
- Lead team of 7 quality professionals on 135 mile new construction project and upgrade of freight line from class 4 to class 6 passenger line (training, document control, inspection, etc.).
- Performed track inspections on newly constructed freight/passenger railroad to ensure product compliance to customer specifications.
- Monitored performance and generated reports detailing quality of product and defect rates.
- Assist production team and field engineers with identifying and correcting quality issues early.
- Work with Quality manager to determine corrective actions.
Supervisor of RWIC Operations
RailPros Field Services
Grapevine, TX
04.2018 - 06.2019
- Supervise over 50 employees working as RWICs (Roadway Worker In Charge) on multiple Freight and Passenger railroads to ensure compliance with Federal Regulations and Railroad Operating and Safety Rules.
- Investigated train and on-track equipment accidents or incidents involving on Track Safety to determine probable cause and whether any Federal regulations or Railroad Operating or Safety Rules were violated.
- Performed coaching and training RWICs to insure they have skill and knowledge required by Federal regulations and Railroad Operating Rules to qualify as RWIC on their respective Railroads.
Track Inspector
RJM Engineering, Inc
Ellicott City, MD
01.2018 - 04.2019
- Inspected railroad roadbed and track structure to detect damage, wear, or defective equipment requiring repair.
- Performed track inspections and repairs to assure compliance with FRA Title 49, Part 213 Track Safety Standards and Part 214 Roadway Worker Safety.
Roadway Worker in Charge
Railroad Protective Services, LLC
Nicholasville, KY
11.2015 - 01.2018
- Established On Track Safety for Roadway Workers by establishing working limits and coordinating track working windows with train dispatchers on various class 1 Freight Railroads.
- Responsible for knowledge and application of all Roadway Worker Protection rules and procedure to ensure safety for all employees.
Road Master/Track Supervisor
CSX Transportation, Inc
Tampa, FL
03.2014 - 11.2015
- Scheduled and supervised inspections and maintenance of railway yards and mainline tracks.
- Managed over 20 employees, several pieces of equipment, 10 vehicles and millions of dollars of materials to meet/exceed FRA and Railroad quality standards and Railroad productions goals.
- Supervised and verify FRA reports and inspections ensuring completion and accuracy to comply with FRA regulations.
Production Manager
CSX Transportation, Inc
Jacksonville, FL
06.2013 - 03.2014
- Supervised new track construction from Baldwin Florida, to Callahan Georgia as part of CSX S-Line double track expansion project.
- Supervised up to 70 Union Employees
- Managed employee payrolls, material and equipment procurement.
- Created work plans and regularly updated department work instructions and reports.
- Determined suitable crew requirements, scheduled employees and worked with other departments to meet changing production schedules.
- Managed internal operational standards and productivity targets.
Road Master/Track Supervisor
CSX Transportation, Inc
Orlando, FL
06.2011 - 06.2013
- Planned and supervised inspections and maintenance of railway yards and mainline tracks
- Supervised construction of new tracks in Taft, Kaley and Rand yards after CSX/CFCRC (Central Florida Commuter Railroad Commission) ownership transfer.
- Supervised up to 40 Union Employees
- Coordinated with Transportation, Signal and Bridge departments to minimize delays to operations and program work by implementing streamlined maintenance planning and remedial action verification process.
Track Foreman/Track Inspector/Assistant
CSX Transportation, Inc
Columbus, OH
07.2005 - 11.2010
- Performed track inspections and track maintenance tasks
- Constructed new track and installed new track components in various locations from Columbus Ohio, to Richmond Va.
- Completed over 1,000 thermite welds in two years while working as welder.
- Repaired and rebuilt over 50 frog points while working as welder.
Education
High School Diploma - General Education
Eau Claire High School
Eau Claire, MI 01.1984 - 06.1987
Military Training -
United States Marine Corps
San Diego, CA 01.1987 - 05.1995
FRA 213 And 214 Training -
Florida East Coast Railways/CSX Transportation
Jacksonville, FL 07.2007 - 09.2022
Train Accident Investigations -
CSX Transportations, Inc.
Jacksonville, FL 01.2010 - 05.2015
Skills
Expert knowledge of FRA 214 (Roadway Worker Safety), and FRA 213 (Track Safety Standards)undefined
Accomplishments
- Accomplished high levels of productivity, while remaining within budgetary constraints during yardexpansion projects while serving as Project Manager in Jacksonville Florida
- Achieved injury free tenures as Road Master/Track Supervisor in Orlando and Tampa Florida.
Certification
FRA Track Safety Standards Part 213 Subpart A-F
Timeline
FDOT Earthwork Construction Inspection - Level 1 - Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT)
06-2023
Maintenance of Traffic (MOT) – Florida Advanced - American Traffic Safety Services Association (ATSSA)
05-2023
Troxler Nuclear Gauge Safety Training - Troxler Electronic Laboratories
05-2023
Senior Construction Inspector Rail
HNTB Engineering
04.2023 - Current
ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician - Grade I - American Concrete Institute (ACI)
04-2023
Qualified Stormwater Management Inspector - Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP)
04-2023
Deputy Project Manager
Delta Railroad Construction
10.2022 - 04.2023
CSP - Certified Safety Professional OSHA 30
10-2022
Track Supervisor
Florida East Coast Railways
09.2021 - 08.2022
Quality Control Inspector
HSR Constructors
06.2019 - 09.2021
Supervisor of RWIC Operations
RailPros Field Services
04.2018 - 06.2019
Track Inspector
RJM Engineering, Inc
01.2018 - 04.2019
Roadway Worker in Charge
Railroad Protective Services, LLC
11.2015 - 01.2018
Road Master/Track Supervisor
CSX Transportation, Inc
03.2014 - 11.2015
Production Manager
CSX Transportation, Inc
06.2013 - 03.2014
Road Master/Track Supervisor
CSX Transportation, Inc
06.2011 - 06.2013
FRA Roadway Worker Safety Part 214 Subpart A-D
01-2010
Train Accident Investigations -
CSX Transportations, Inc.
01.2010 - 05.2015
FRA 213 And 214 Training -
Florida East Coast Railways/CSX Transportation
07.2007 - 09.2022
FRA Track Safety Standards Part 213 Subpart A-F
07-2007
Track Foreman/Track Inspector/Assistant
CSX Transportation, Inc
07.2005 - 11.2010
Military Training -
United States Marine Corps
01.1987 - 05.1995
High School Diploma - General Education
Eau Claire High School
01.1984 - 06.1987
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