Joseph Castiglione
Middletown,DE
Summary
Experienced freight conductor with 13+ years in rail operations, delivering safety compliance, signal monitoring, and accurate cargo inspections. Skilled in air brake testing, documentation management, and maintaining on-time freight movement. Consistent adherence to operating procedures and regulatory standards.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Freight Conductor
Norfolk Southern Railroad
Wilmington, Delaware
04.2013 - Current
- Conduct freight trains adhering to safety protocols and regulations.
- Executed timely and efficient train operations, prioritizing safety and risk mitigation.
- Communicated vital updates to team members during operations promptly to maintain operational efficiency.
- Perform thorough inspections of cargo and equipment prior to departure.
- Identified and resolved potential issues, ensuring safe transport of cargo.
- Compiled and organized documentation for freight operations, maintaining compliance and operational integrity.
- Ensure accuracy of paperwork to comply with regulatory standards.
- Completed air brake tests and verified secure train makeup for movement.
- Monitored signals, switches, and track conditions during route travel.
- Followed Norfolk Southern safety rules, operating procedures, and emergency protocols.
installer
scope services
Elkton, Maryland
08.2010 - 04.2013
- Executed installation and configuration of various equipment to meet project specifications.
- Performed setup and calibration of systems to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
- Conducted thorough quality checks to ensure compliance with industry standards.
- Facilitated clear communication among team members to enhance project coordination.
painter
Anholt tech
Avondale, Pennsylvania
01.2009 - 08.2010
- Applied paint and finishes using brushes, rollers, and sprayers for a flawless finish.
- Prepared surfaces by cleaning, sanding, and priming to ensure optimal paint adhesion.
- Conducted thorough inspections of surfaces to identify and address imperfections before painting.
- Cleaned and maintained painting supplies and equipment to promote safety and organization.
- • Maintained and inspected tools and equipment regularly, ensuring safe and reliable operation.
- • Completed chain of custody forms accurately for all materials used.
- • Monitored and logged material usage, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.
Education
High School Diploma -
Delcastle Technical High School
Wilmington, DE05-2009
Skills
- Train operations and signal monitoring
- Air brake testing and cargo inspection
- Safety compliance and rule adherence
- Record keeping
- Document organization
- Basic mathematics
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Attention to detail
- Situational awareness
- Team coordination
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Basic mathematics and problem-solving aptitude
- Attention to detail and situational awareness
- Team coordination and adaptability
Timeline
Freight Conductor
Norfolk Southern Railroad
04.2013 - Current
installer
scope services
08.2010 - 04.2013
painter
Anholt tech
01.2009 - 08.2010
High School Diploma -
Delcastle Technical High School