Dynamic professional with extensive experience at Whitepass & Yukon Route Railroad, excelling in conflict resolution and multitasking. Proven ability to deliver engaging tours and ensure safe train operations. Skilled in train operations and maintaining safety standards, contributing to a seamless guest experience and operational efficiency.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Brakeman
Whitepass & Yukon Route Railroad
05.2025 - Current
Ensure the safe and efficient movement of trains by operating switches, lining routes, performing brake tests, and conducting air inspections in accordance with CROR and FRA regulations.
Communicate with engineers, conductors, and yardmasters via radio and hand signals to coordinate train movements and switching operations.
Safely couple and uncouple railcars using both standard and yard-specific procedures; perform handbrake applications and secure cars on grades to prevent unintentional movement.
Assist with the protection of roadway work groups, including the setup of Blue Flag protection and application of lockouts.
Maintain detailed knowledge of train consists, work orders, and yard layouts; assist in training newer brakemen during peak season.
Luxury Train Agent
Whitepass & Yukon Route Railroad
03.2023 - 03.2025
Delivered historically accurate and emotionally compelling tours to hundreds of guests daily.
Gave tours to VIP passengers while serving food and alcohol.
Recognized for balancing dramatic narrative with humor and passenger engagement.
Loaded sold out trains with efficiency.
Electrical Lineman
Altec
02.2020 - 03.2023
Worked on both dead and energized lines.
Observed company safety rules and regulations to minimize workplace accidents and reduce electric shocks.
Responded to emergencies and outages that required additional labor and assistance for repairs.
Performed maintenance and reconducting work in varied weather conditions.