KASONDRA BIRD
Wayland,Michigan
Summary
Self-motivated Locomotive Engineer with 24 years of experience in the railroad industry with the knowledge and ability to drive a culture of safety and accountability. Proficient in federal regulations, rules, and standards of operating practices. Former locomotive engineer, conductor, and remote-control locomotive operator for CSX Transportation railroad, responsible for safely operating multi-million dollar equipment and shipments while maintaining rules and procedure compliance.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
MEDICAL MASSAGE THERAPIST
MASSAGE FORTITUDE
09.2022 - Current
- Developed and maintained positive client relationships through professional communication and follow-up to increase satisfaction and rapport, expanding repeat business by 36%.
SECRETARY AND TREASURER
MOST HOLY ROSARY CHURCH
06.2020 - Current
- Increased organizational effectiveness by 5% each quarter by budgeting expenditures and presenting quarterly reports to the Board of Directors.
LOCOMOTIVE ENGINEER, CONDUCTOR, AND REMOTE-CONTROL OPERATOR
CSX TRANSPORTATION
10.1996 - 12.2020
- Excelled at safely operating locomotives on more than 500 miles of track, over multiple railroads, and under various operating rules and authorities while complying with federal regulations and company rules.
Education
Certification - MEDICAL MASSAGE THERAPY -
IHSI INSTITUTE OF MASSAGE
Plainwell, MI05.2022
Certification - REMOTE-CONTROL LOCOMOTIVE OPERATOR -
CSX TRANSPORTATION REMOTE-CONTROL LOCOMOTIVE OPERATOR PROGRAM
Grand Rapids, MI08.2009
Certification - LOCOMOTIVE ENGINEER -
CSX TRANSPORTATION LOCOMOTIVE ENGINEER PROGRAM
Cumberland, MD07.1997
Certification - TRAINMAN AND CONDUCTOR PROGRAM -
CSX TRANSPORTATION TRAINMAN AND CONDUCTOR PROGRAM
Atlanta, GA10.1996
Skills
- Punctual and Dependable
- Safety Oriented
- Critical Thinking
- Communication and Interpersonal
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Federal Regulations Compliance
- Daily Locomotive Inspections
- Federal Brake Tests
- Train Operation Expertise
- Railroad Industry Knowledge
Affiliations
- ASSOCIATED BODYWORK & MASSAGE PROFESSIONAL - MEMBER
- SMART UNION - MEMBER
- UNITED TRANSPORTATION UNION - MEMBER
- BROTHERHOOD OF LOCOMOTIVE ENGINEERS UNION - MEMBER
Timeline
MEDICAL MASSAGE THERAPIST
MASSAGE FORTITUDE
09.2022 - Current
SECRETARY AND TREASURER
MOST HOLY ROSARY CHURCH
06.2020 - Current
LOCOMOTIVE ENGINEER, CONDUCTOR, AND REMOTE-CONTROL OPERATOR
CSX TRANSPORTATION
10.1996 - 12.2020
Certification - MEDICAL MASSAGE THERAPY -
IHSI INSTITUTE OF MASSAGE
Certification - REMOTE-CONTROL LOCOMOTIVE OPERATOR -
CSX TRANSPORTATION REMOTE-CONTROL LOCOMOTIVE OPERATOR PROGRAM
Certification - LOCOMOTIVE ENGINEER -
CSX TRANSPORTATION LOCOMOTIVE ENGINEER PROGRAM
Certification - TRAINMAN AND CONDUCTOR PROGRAM -
CSX TRANSPORTATION TRAINMAN AND CONDUCTOR PROGRAM
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