Joseph Gibbs
Hamilton
Summary
Dynamic and detail oriented individual with multiple years of experience with industrial rail equipment. Prioritizes safety, effective communication, and team work.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Conductor
Indiana and Ohio Railroad
Norwood
06.2022 - Current
- Monitored signals and track conditions throughout the journey.
- Enforced compliance with safety regulations and protocols.
- Maintained communication with dispatchers and other crew members via radio or other methods.
- Performed daily maintenance checks of locomotive equipment as required by company policies.
- Assisted in training new conductors on operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Conducted safety inspections of train equipment prior to each trip.
Triplex Operator
Sonoco Flexible Packaging
Franklin
07.2021 - 06.2022
- Monitored quality control processes throughout production cycles.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain safety protocols.
- Operated machinery to ensure efficient production flow.
- Assisted in training new operators on standard procedures.
- Reported equipment issues to supervisors for prompt resolution.
Train Helper
AK Steel - Middletown
Middletown
11.2019 - 07.2021
- Assisted skilled workers in operating heavy machinery and equipment safely.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work areas and equipment.
- Monitored inventory levels and reported shortages to management promptly.
- Collaborated with team members to execute daily production tasks efficiently.
- Supported quality control efforts by inspecting materials and finished products.
- Followed safety protocols and guidelines to ensure a safe working environment.
- Communicated effectively with supervisors regarding workflow and task completion updates.
Freight Conductor
CSX Transportaion
Cincinnati
11.2013 - 11.2019
- Operated freight trains safely across designated routes ensuring timely arrivals.
- Coordinated with train crews to manage schedules and communicate updates effectively.
- Monitored track conditions and reported issues to maintain safety standards.
- Conducted inspections of train equipment to ensure proper functionality before departure.
- Managed loading and unloading of cargo, ensuring secure placement within railcars.
- Collaborated with dispatchers to optimize train movements and reduce delays.
- Assisted in training new conductors on operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Implemented safety measures during operations to protect personnel and cargo integrity.
- Followed strict safety protocols while operating switches and signals along the tracks.
- Inspected freight cars for any damage or safety issues prior to departure.
- Directed traffic around railroad crossings when trains were passing through an area.
- Organized freight into appropriate categories according to weight limits and size restrictions.
- Interacted with customers to answer questions about shipments and arrival times.
- Inspected brakes, couplings, air hoses, signal lines, and other components of the train before departure.
Skills
- Safety inspections
- Quality control
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
- Attention to detail
Certification
Forklift Operator
FRA Hazmat
First Aid/CPR
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Conductor
Indiana and Ohio Railroad
06.2022 - Current
Triplex Operator
Sonoco Flexible Packaging
07.2021 - 06.2022
Train Helper
AK Steel - Middletown
11.2019 - 07.2021
Freight Conductor
CSX Transportaion
11.2013 - 11.2019