Kevin Loftin
Pearland,TX
Summary
Dedicated Mechanical professional desiring to offer expertise gained over a Thirty (30) -year career and take on challenging new role. Well-versed in railway operations, and preventive maintenance requirements. Good teamwork, problem-solving and organizational skills. To include excellent communication and negotiation skills, knowledge of labor laws and regulations, experience in collective bargaining, conflict resolution abilities, and the ability to handle sensitive and confidential information.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Journeyman Carman
Union Pacific Railroad Co
01.1994 - Current
- Reduced commodity delivery downtime through prompt response to emergency repair requests from Management.
- Improved railcar safety by inspecting, repairing, and maintaining braking systems.
- Contributed to team success by collaborating with colleagues on complex repairs and projects.
- Ensured adherence to industry regulations with thorough inspections of railcar components and systems.
National Representative
Transportation Communications Union
03.2014 - 03.2022
- Participated in labor-management meetings to discuss labor issues.
- Served as mediator between management teams and employees during disputes to reach mutually beneficial resolutions while preserving positive working relationships.
- Completed in-depth investigations into issues pertaining to discipline and grievance management and recommended strategies.
- Mentored new union representatives by sharing best practices, providing guidance, and offering feedback to help them excel in their roles.
- Negotiated favorable contracts for union members by diligently researching industry standards and advocating for fair wages and benefits.
Education
Labor Studies
William Winpisinger Education And Technology
Hollywood, MDGED -
Medina Valley High School
Castroville, TX05.1988
Skills
- Safety practices
- Mechanical Aptitude
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Mechanical Troubleshooting
- Workplace Safety Compliance
- Mechanical inspection
- Labor negotiation
- Labor law knowledge
- Multitasking Abilities
- Organizational Skills
- Arbitration preparation
- Grievance handling
Certification
Welding Certification
Timeline
National Representative
Transportation Communications Union
03.2014 - 03.2022
Journeyman Carman
Union Pacific Railroad Co
01.1994 - Current
Labor Studies
William Winpisinger Education And Technology
GED -
Medina Valley High School
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